HP MSA 2050 User Manual

MSA 2050 User Guide
Firmware Version: VL100
Part Number: 723983-005
Published: June 2017
Edition: 1
Abstract
This document describes initial hardware setup for HPE MSA 2050 controller enclosures, and is intended for use by
storage system administrators familiar with servers and computer networks, network administration, storage system
installation and configuration, storage area network management, and relevant protocols.

HP MSA 2050 Specifications

General

Model	HP MSA 2050
Category	Storage
Controller Type	Dual Controller
Form Factor	2U
Maximum Drives Supported	192
Cache Memory	8 GB per controller
Number of Controllers	2
Protocols	Fibre Channel, iSCSI, SAS
Drive Support	2.5-inch SFF and 3.5-inch LFF drives
Host Interfaces	16 Gb Fibre Channel, 10GbE iSCSI, 12 Gb SAS
RAID Levels Supported	RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Expansion Options	Supports expansion with MSA 2050 LFF and SFF Disk Enclosures
Power Supplies	Dual, redundant power supplies
Operating Temperature	10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Warranty	3 years
Maximum Raw Capacity	192 TB

Summary

Overview of HPE MSA 2050 Storage System

MSA 2050 Storage Models

MSA 2050 SAN Connectivity

HPE MSA 2050 Components

Front Panel Components

Controller Enclosure Rear Panel Layout

MSA 2050 SAN Controller Module Rear Panel

Installing HPE MSA 2050 Enclosures

Installation Checklist

Outlines sequential steps for installing enclosures and initial system configuration.

Connecting Controller and Drive Enclosures

Explains SAS cabling options, including straight-through and fault-tolerant configurations.

Cable Requirements for MSA 2050 Enclosures

Testing Enclosure Connections

Powering On and Off Enclosures

Details the correct sequence for powering enclosures on and off, including AC/DC differences.

AC Power Supply Operation

DC Power Supply Operation

Connecting Hosts to HPE MSA 2050

Host System Requirements

Lists requirements for data hosts, including operating systems and multi-pathing support.

Connecting Enclosures to Data Hosts

Describes how to connect servers to storage ports using various cabling configurations.

MSA 2050 SAN Host Protocols

Host Connection Configurations

Direct Attach Configurations

Switch Attach Configurations

Remote Snap Replication Setup

Details setting up Remote Snap replication between two storage systems.

Cabling for Replication

Host Ports and Replication

Connecting to the Controller CLI Port

CLI Port Overview

Preparing for CLI Connection

IP Address Configuration

Covers methods for obtaining and setting IP addresses via DHCP or CLI.

Basic Operation of HPE MSA 2050

Accessing the SMU

Instructions on accessing the web-based Storage Management Utility (SMU).

Configuring and Provisioning the Storage System

Guides on using the SMU to configure and provision the storage system and set up replication.

Troubleshooting HPE MSA 2050

Fault Isolation Methodology

Presents the basic methodology for locating faults and identifying Field Replaceable Units (FRUs).

Controller Failure Scenarios

Discusses cache behavior and data protection during controller failure events.

Isolating Host-Side Connection Faults

Provides procedures for troubleshooting connection faults between hosts and controller ports.

Isolating Controller Module Expansion Port Faults

Details troubleshooting steps for faults in controller module expansion port connections.

Isolating Remote Snap Replication Faults

Covers troubleshooting common issues encountered with Remote Snap replication setup.

Resolving Voltage and Temperature Warnings

Guides on addressing voltage and temperature warnings by checking fans and sensors.

Enclosure Front Panel LED Diagnostics

Details how to interpret front panel LED statuses to diagnose faults.

Disk Drive Module LED Diagnostics

Details how to interpret disk drive LED statuses to diagnose faults.

Host Port LED Diagnostics

Details how to interpret host port LED statuses to diagnose faults.

Power Supply LED Diagnostics

Details how to interpret power supply LED statuses to diagnose faults.

HPE MSA 2050 LED Descriptions

Front Panel and Enclosure LEDs

Disk Drive LEDs

MSA 2050 SAN Controller Module Rear Panel LEDs

Explains the LEDs on the rear panel of SAN controller modules for FC and iSCSI ports.

Cache Status LED Details

Power Supply LEDs

Specifications and Requirements

Safety Requirements

Emphasizes adherence to local safety codes and equipment markings for installation.

Site Requirements and Guidelines

Physical and Placement Requirements

Environmental and Ventilation Requirements

Site Wiring and Power Requirements

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Prevention

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge

Grounding Methods for ESD Prevention