HPE MSA Storages

SKU: K2R81A

Brand: HPE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between NAS and SAN storage?

NAS provides file-level storage over Ethernet networks, while SAN delivers block-level storage typically over Fibre Channel or iSCSI. NAS is often simpler to deploy and more cost-effective for file sharing and backup.

Can NAS systems support virtualization environments?

Yes. Enterprise NAS systems support NFS, SMB, and iSCSI protocols, making them compatible with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and other hypervisors.

How scalable are modern NAS platforms?

Many rackmount NAS solutions allow expansion through additional drive shelves or clustered nodes, enabling capacity growth from terabytes to petabytes.

What RAID levels are supported in NAS devices?

Most NAS systems support RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and vendor-specific hybrid RAID configurations for data redundancy and performance optimization.

Do NAS systems support hybrid cloud integration?

Yes. Many business NAS storage platforms support cloud tiering, remote replication, and backup integration with public cloud providers.

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SKUK2R81A
BrandHPE
Conditionnew
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Quick Specifications

Product Code

K2R81A

Description

MSA 2040 ES SFF Chassis

Product Type

Drive Enclosure

Number of Hard Drives Supported

24

Number of Solid State Drive Supported

24

Drive Interface

SAS

Number of Total Expansion Bays

24

Number of 2.5" Bays

24

Form Factor

Rack-mountable

Rack Height

2U

Height

11"

Width

26"

Depth

29"

Manufacturer

HPE

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