HPE Unveils MSA Gen7 Storage Targeting SMBs

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has introduced the HPE MSA Gen7 Storage, the latest generation of its entry-level storage solution designed specifically for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Offering significant improvements in performance, scalability, and simplicity, HPE MSA Gen7 is engineered to address the diverse and demanding needs of SMBs while remaining cost-effective.

 

Enhanced Performance and Scalability

The HPE MSA Gen7 delivers double the random read performance of its predecessor, Gen6, achieving up to 783,000 IOPS. Sustained throughput has also improved from 13.1 GB/s to 14.1 GB/s, making it one of the fastest entry-level storage arrays available.

Additionally, the system’s scalability has been expanded to support up to 7.37 PB of storage with optional expansion enclosures, enabling businesses to grow their storage capacities as their needs evolve.

Simplified Maintenance with Advanced Features

The Gen7 introduces several features that simplify routine system maintenance:

• HPE MSA Health Check Tool: Available on-device, this cloud-based tool provides real-time system health insights, enhancing uptime and availability.
• Online Firmware Updates: Both controller and drive firmware can now be updated without system downtime, reducing maintenance disruptions.
• Smart Assist: A built-in automation technology, Smart Assist performs real-time configuration and health checks, freeing up IT resources and enabling seamless operations.

These advancements make HPE MSA Gen7 ideal for SMBs that lack dedicated storage administrators, offering intuitive workflows and ease of use tailored to IT generalists.

Customer Testimonial: A Real-World Success Story

Howard Jares, Manager of Infrastructure Services at the University of Houston, said the institution’s experience with HPE MSA Storage has been “tremendous.” He stated that the MSA Gen7 features improve availability, reducing recovery times from days to hours. He is excited about implementing Smart Assist to improve system health management and streamline operations.

The HPE MSA Gen7 balances affordability with performance and reliability, offering SMBs:

• Flexible Pricing Options: Configure the system as a cost-efficient entry-level solution or a high-performance, high-capacity system at an affordable price.
• Essential Features for SMBs: Built-in automation and guided workflows reduce complexity, allowing IT generalists to manage the system without extensive training.

New HPE MSA Gen7 Portfolio

HPE introduces three new base array offerings, catering to diverse business needs:

• HPE MSA 2070: High Capacity and Customization: The HPE MSA 2070 offers broad customization options, supporting a mix of SAS SSDs, high-performance enterprise SAS HDDs, or midline SAS HDDs. Designed for hybrid or flash-ready deployments, the 2070 supports workloads ranging from large-scale storage to incremental scaling.
• HPE MSA 2072: Cost-Effective Hybrid Storage: The HPE MSA 2072 includes two high-performance SSD drives (3.84 TB total raw capacity) and automated tiering capabilities. It’s an affordable solution for businesses seeking a hybrid system, automatically moving data between high-performance and archival storage tiers to optimize efficiency and cost savings.
• HPE MSA 2070 Flash Bundle: Affordable High Performance: This all-flash storage solution includes 12 factory-integrated SSDs for capacities starting at 23 TB or 46 TB. Capable of delivering up to 2x more IOPS than Gen6, the MSA 2070 Flash Bundle is great for businesses with applications demanding high performance. This bundle is HPE’s most cost-effective all-flash storage option.

Benefits

• MSA-DP+ Technology: Advanced disk group technology ensures faster recovery times and improved reliability.
• Scalability: Scale up to 7.37 PB to meet growing business demands.
• Performance: Industry-leading performance for entry-level storage with up to 783,000 IOPS.
• Ease of Use: Simplified management via Smart Assist and guided workflows.

The HPE MSA Gen7 Storage redefines entry-level storage for SMBs, delivering superior performance, scalability, and simplicity. Advanced features like Smart Assist, real-time health monitoring, and online firmware updates eliminate many of the complexities associated with storage management.

Availability

The new performance-optimized HPE MSA Gen7 Storage is available to order now. Visit HPE.com/storage/MSA for more details.