Product Type | Storage Enclosure |
Model | MSA 2060 |
Manufacturer Part Number | R9G38B |
Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
Drive Type Supported | Small Form Factor (SFF) SAS/SATA drives |
Number of Drive Bays | 24 |
Maximum Raw Capacity | 432 TB (using 24 x 18 TB SFF drives) |
Storage Controller Type | Dual Controller |
Cache Memory | 4 GB per controller |
RAID Levels | RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50 |
Redundant Power Supplies | Yes |
Power Supply Type | Integrated 580W redundant hot-plug power supplies |
Hot-Swap Drive Support | Yes |
HPE MSA 2060 16Gb FC SFF TAA Storage Enclosure
Key Benefits

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- Ideal for enterprise environments requiring reliable, high-throughput 16Gb Fibre Channel storage.
- TAA-compliant design enables deployment in government or regulated sectors.
- Space-efficient 2U form factor with SFF support fits high-density rack infrastructures.
Product Overview
The HPE MSA 2060 16Gb FC SFF TAA Storage Enclosure delivers a compact and performance-optimized data storage platform designed to meet the needs of today’s fast-paced IT environments. Featuring a 2U rackmount form factor and eight 16Gb Fibre Channel ports, this system is ideal for businesses that require high-speed connectivity and efficient data throughput. The short depth of 20 inches makes it suitable for dense data center environments, while TAA compliance ensures it meets regulatory requirements for government procurement.
Built for flexibility and long-term reliability, the MSA 2060 offers robust scalability to support evolving data needs. Its small form factor (SFF) architecture allows for high-density drive support in minimal footprint space, making it an efficient solution for organizations focusing on cost-effective expansion. The enclosure is protected by a three-year limited warranty, reflecting confidence in its durability and dependability. With a country of origin in Mexico and designed to support secure deployment in sensitive environments, the MSA 2060 is a strategic choice for critical applications.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.5 inches (44.45 cm) |
Height | 3.5 inches (8.89 cm) |
Depth | 20 inches (50.8 cm) |
Weight | 26.3 kg (58 lb) with drives |
Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity Range | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Acoustic Emissions | 6.6 bels (LwA) operating |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | MSA SMU (Storage Management Utility), CLI, SMI-S, SNMP |
Remote Management Protocols | HTTPS, SSH |
Updateable Firmware | Yes, through management interface |
Cloud-Based Monitoring | Optional with HPE InfoSight integration |
Licensing | Base system includes standard features; optional Advanced Data Services license |
Interfaces
Fibre Channel Ports | 8 x 16Gb FC |
Host Interface | 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel |
Expansion Ports | 1 x SAS Expansion Port |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 16 Gb/s per port |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC, VCCI, KC, BSMI, RCM |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Warranty | Three-year limited warranty |
Advanced Security Features
Data-at-Rest Encryption | Yes, with self-encrypting drives (SEDs) |
Secure Management Access | Yes |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
Auditing and Logging | Yes |