HPE MSA 1050 1GbE iSCSI Dual Controller SFF Storage – Q2R23B

BRAND NEW FACTORY SEALED & RETAIL BOXED WITH THE FULL HPE WARRANTY!!!

Overview

The HPE MSA 1050 Q2R23B is an affordable and flash-ready SAN storage array designed for small and medium-sized businesses seeking reliable shared storage with enterprise-class features. Equipped with dual 1GbE iSCSI controllers, this system delivers dependable storage performance, scalability, and flexible expansion options for virtualization, backup, and business-critical applications.

Built on the trusted HPE MSA architecture, the MSA 1050 supports advanced data services, storage mirroring, and scalable storage expansion, making it an ideal solution for growing IT environments that require cost-effective shared storage infrastructure.

Key Features

• Dual-controller SAN storage system
• 1GbE iSCSI host connectivity
• Flash-ready architecture for improved performance
• Supports up to 96 SFF or 48 LFF drives
• Maximum storage capacity up to 672 TB
• Advanced storage data services
• Storage mirroring support
• SAN backup support
• Expansion support with HPE MSA disk enclosures
• VMware, Windows, Linux, and HP-UX compatibility
• 2U rack-mountable design

Technical Specifications

General

• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: MSA 1050
• Product ID: Q2R23B
• Form Factor: 2U Rack-Mount Storage Array

Storage Configuration

• Drive Support: Up to 96 SFF or 48 LFF drives
• Maximum Capacity: Up to 672 TB with expansion
• Expansion Enclosures Supported:
  • HPE MSA 2050 SFF Disk Enclosure
  • HPE MSA 2050 LFF Disk Enclosure

Controllers & Connectivity

• Controller Configuration: Dual Controllers
• Host Interface: 1GbE iSCSI
• Ports: 4 x 1GbE iSCSI ports per system
• Additional Interface Options Available:
  • 8Gb Fibre Channel
  • 10GbE iSCSI
  • 12Gb SAS

Data Services

• SAN Backup Support
• Storage Mirroring Support
• Flash-ready performance enhancements
• Advanced data services

Management & Compatibility

• Management Support: HPE Insight Manager
• Clustering Support: Windows, Linux, HP-UX

Supported Operating Systems

• Microsoft Windows Server 2019
• Microsoft Windows Server 2016
• Microsoft Windows Server 2012
• Red Hat Linux
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES)
• VMware
• HP-UX

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.5 x 19.5 x 17.6 inches
• Weight: 38.7 lb (17.55 kg)

Ideal Workloads

• Entry-level SAN storage
• Virtualization environments
• Backup and recovery
• File and application storage
• Small business IT infrastructure
• Shared storage deployments
• Storage consolidation

Why Choose HPE MSA 1050 Q2R23B?

• Affordable enterprise SAN storage solution for SMB environments
• Dual-controller architecture improves reliability and availability
• Scalable storage capacity supports future business growth
• Flexible connectivity options simplify infrastructure integration
• Flash-ready design enables improved storage performance
• Broad operating system compatibility supports diverse IT environments
• Ideal for virtualization, backup, and shared storage workloads
• Delivers dependable storage performance while maintaining budget efficiency
  

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this product brand new?
Yes, this storage array is brand new factory sealed and includes the full HPE warranty.

What connectivity does this model provide?
This model includes dual 1GbE iSCSI controllers.

What is the maximum storage capacity?
The system supports up to 672 TB with supported expansion enclosures.

Does the system support flash storage?
Yes, the MSA 1050 is flash-ready and supports SSD configurations.

Which operating systems are supported?
Supported platforms include Windows Server, VMware, Red Hat Linux, SUSE Linux, and HP-UX.

Is this suitable for virtualization?
Yes, it is designed for shared SAN storage and virtualization environments.