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HP AJ800A StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 2312i G2 Dual
- Type: Storage Controller
- Product Line: HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA)
- Model: 2312i G2 Dual
- Connectivity: Supports SAS and SATA drives
- Features: Dual controllers for redundancy, high availability
- Purpose: Manages storage arrays, provides server connectivity
- Interface: Typically SAS (host and drive side)
- Form Factor: Controller module for MSA enclosure
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Product Overview
The HP AJ800A is a StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA) controller, specifically the 2312i G2 Dual model. This controller is designed to manage storage arrays, providing connectivity and data management features for servers. It typically supports SAS and SATA drives and offers dual controllers for redundancy and high availability.
Technical Information
| Model | AJ800A |
| Product Line | StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA) |
| Controller Type | Dual Controller |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Interface | SAS / SATA |
| Brand | HP |
| Generation | G2 |
Product Description
The HP AJ800A is a key component of the HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA) family, specifically designed as the 2312i G2 Dual controller. This controller is the brain of the MSA storage system, responsible for managing the connected hard drives (both SAS and SATA) and presenting them to servers via a high-speed interface, typically SAS. The 'Dual' designation signifies that it includes two independent controller modules, which work together to provide redundancy and high availability. In a dual-controller configuration, if one controller fails, the other can seamlessly take over its functions, ensuring continuous access to data and minimizing downtime. This is crucial for enterprise environments where storage availability is paramount. The controller handles tasks such as RAID management (creating and managing redundant arrays of disks), data caching for performance enhancement, and managing the communication between the storage array and the connected servers. The AJ800A controller is designed to integrate into specific HP MSA enclosures, such as the MSA2000 G2 series. It provides the necessary SAS ports for connecting to the drive backplane within the enclosure and also SAS host ports (often multiple per controller) to connect to servers or SAN switches. This makes it a central piece for building scalable and reliable storage solutions for small to medium-sized businesses and enterprise departments.
