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HP MSA 2040 Quick Start Instructions
HP MSA 2040 Quick Start Instructions

HP MSA 2040 Quick Start Instructions

Hp msa 2040 quick start instructions (729690-001, june 2013)
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HP MSA 2040

Quick Start Instructions

Abstract
These instructions provide an overview of planning,
installation, and configuration steps. For detailed reference
information, instructions, and cabling examples, see the
following documents:
HP MSA 2040 QuickSpecs
HP MSA 2040 User Guide
HP MSA 2040 Cabling Configuration Guide
HP MSA 2040 SMU Reference Guide
© Copyright 2013 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
HP Part Number: 729690-001
Published: June 2013
Edition: 1
*729690-001*
This document is for the person who installs,
administers, and troubleshoots servers and storage
systems. HP assumes that you are qualified in servicing
and installing computer equipment, and are trained
in recognizing hazards in products and hazardous
energy levels.

Feature overview

The HP MSA 2040 is available in two models:
2.5 inch form factor drive size
3.5 inch form factor drive size
MSA 2040 front features (24, 2.5 inch drive)
1. Left bezel ear
3. Fault LED
5. Unit Identification LED
MSA 2040 front features (12, 3.5 inch drives)
1. Left bezel ear
3. Fault LED
5. Unit Identification LED
Page 1
2. Drive in slot 9
4. Heartbeat LED
6. Right bezel ear
2. Drive in slot 4
4. Heartbeat LED
6. Right bezel ear

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Summary of Contents for HP MSA 2040

  • Page 1: Quick Start Instructions

    For detailed reference Feature overview information, instructions, and cabling examples, see the following documents: The HP MSA 2040 is available in two models: HP MSA 2040 QuickSpecs 2.5 inch form factor drive size HP MSA 2040 User Guide 3.5 inch form factor drive size...
  • Page 2: Rear Panel Overview

    MSA 2040 rear features Access from a workstation on the server to the MSA 2040 (to access the SMU and validate host The rear of the MSA 2040 is the same for both MSA connections) 2040 models. Access to the Internet (to access HP websites for...
  • Page 3 Expansion drive enclosures can be connected to an operational MSA 2040. The following image illustrates connecting two D2700 drive enclosures to an MSA 2040 using a fault-tolerant Mini-SAS to Mini-SAS 0.5 m (1.64 ft) cables are cabling scheme. provided with MSA 2040, P2000 and D2700 drive enclosures (one for each I/O module).
  • Page 4 For direct-connect configurations, connect cables from the MSA 2040 to the host. For switch-connect configurations, connect cables from the MSA 2040 to the switch ports and from the switch ports to the hosts. MSA 2040 connection guidelines No host interface cables are shipped with MSA 2040 enclosures.
  • Page 5: Helpful Websites

    Step 7: Update firmware on all components After installing hardware and powering on devices Warranty statement for the first time, verify that MSA 2040 controller modules, expansion drive enclosure I/O modules, and Information contained herein is subject to change all disk drives are running the latest available without notice.
  • Page 6: Documentation Feedback

    Documentation feedback Send any errors, suggestions, or comments to Documentation Feedback at docsfeedback@hp.com. Page 6...