HPE MSA 1050 Disk Array – Reliable Entry-Level Storage

What It Is

The HPE MSA 1050 is a 2U rack-mounted storage system from the MSA 1050 line, designed as a NAS-class device for enterprise environments. It provides a 12GB SAS SFF storage platform supporting up to 24 x 2.5-inch drive bays, with dual SAS controllers for high-availability configurations. The unit is delivered without pre-installed drives, allowing flexible capacity planning.

Technical Details

• Form factor: Rack-mounted, 2U
• Drive bays: Up to 24 x 2.5-inch
• Drive interface: SAS
• Controllers: 2 x SAS controller, each with 2-port miniSASHD
• Power supply: 2 x redundant power supplies (built-in type)
• Display: None
• Dimensions: 495 x 89 x 447 mm (W x H x D)
• Net weight: 17.55 kg

Configuration & Options

• Chassis with 24 x 2.5-inch SFF drive slots (drives not included)
• Dual SAS controllers pre-installed for redundant pathing
• Two redundant power supplies included as standard
• External SAS connectivity via 4 miniSASHD ports total (2 per controller)
• Suitable for scaling with additional MSA 1050 enclosures via SAS cabling

Operating Conditions

The HPE MSA 1050 is intended for deployment in standard data center racks, supporting mixed SAS drive configurations for block-level storage workloads. Its dual-controller design enables active-active operation, suitable for environments requiring high availability and predictable performance. The system operates in climate-controlled server rooms with typical enterprise power infrastructure.