HPE MSA 2070 LFF 2X32GB FC 4-PORT Controller Storage Array - P89067-B25

HPE P89067-B25 MSA 2070 LFF Fibre Channel Storage Array

Overview

The HPE P89067-B25 is a 2U, 12-bay large-form-factor storage array designed for enterprise video surveillance, backup, and mixed workloads requiring high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity and redundant power delivery. With dual 32 Gb Fibre Channel controllers and four front ports, this array consolidates storage for multi-site surveillance operations without sacrificing failover protection or controller throughput.

Key Features

• Dual 32 Gb Fibre Channel Controllers (4-port): Each controller provides two 32 Gb FC ports for active-active redundancy—if one controller fails, the array remains accessible through the peer. This topology eliminates single points of failure and ensures 24/7 surveillance data availability across all recorded streams.
• 12 LFF Drive Bays: Large-form-factor bays accommodate 6 TB to 20 TB drives per slot, enabling up to 7.37 PB raw capacity per array. For surveillance retention planning, this density means fewer arrays to manage and lower per-TB operational overhead.
• Dual 580W Redundant Power Supplies: N+1 power redundancy ensures the array continues recording even if one PSU fails. No UPS babysitting or emergency shutdowns—critical for surveillance installations where power hiccups cannot interrupt footage collection.
• Multi-Protocol Host Connectivity: Beyond Fibre Channel (16 Gb and 32 Gb capable), the array speaks 10/25 GbE iSCSI and 12 Gb SAS, giving you path flexibility. Surveillance NVRs and backup servers can connect via the protocol that fits your existing network topology.
• RAID and Snapshots: Standard RAID 5/6/10 configurations protect against drive failures; snapshot capability enables point-in-time backup of critical footage without interrupting live recording—valuable during evidence preservation or forensic reviews.
• Compact 2U Form Factor: Two rack units fit into standard 42U datacenter racks, minimizing floor footprint for distributed surveillance deployments in branch offices or co-location facilities.

Integration & Compatibility

The P89067-B25 integrates with enterprise video management systems via iSCSI or Fibre Channel block storage. Surveillance appliances (Milestone Husky, Genetec Clearview, Axis Companion, etc.) can mount iSCSI LUNs for continuous video archival. SNMP monitoring and Fibre Channel fabric management tools keep health metrics visible to your storage team and NOC dashboards.

Deployment Considerations

This is a storage appliance, not a recorder. You supply the NVR or surveillance server; the P89067-B25 provides the reliable, redundant backend. Plan for Fibre Channel fabric licensing and SFP transceiver costs—32 Gb optics are non-trivial expenses. For remote surveillance locations without existing SAN infrastructure, consider iSCSI as a lower-cost entry point, though Fibre Channel delivers lower latency for high-bitrate multi-stream playback.

What's in the Box

Verify package contents with your distributor, as the P89067-B25 is typically a configuration-to-order system and may ship with or without drives, controllers, or transceiver modules depending on your purchase SKU.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the P89067-B25 include drives?

A: The MSA 2070 is sold as a chassis with controllers and PSUs. Drives, SSD cache modules, and Fibre Channel transceivers are ordered separately to match your capacity and performance targets. Verify the exact contents in your purchase order.

Q: What's the maximum latency for Fibre Channel reads on this array?

A: Fibre Channel SAN latency depends on drive type (SSD vs. HDD), RAID level, and fabric configuration. For surveillance playback, typical HDD latencies are 10–20 ms; SSD-backed tiers drop to <5 ms. Consult the HPE MSA 2070 datasheet for your specific drive mix.

Q: Can I mix 32 Gb and 16 Gb Fibre Channel on the same array?

A: Yes. The P89067-B25 controllers support dual-rate 32/16 Gb FC ports. Older switches and HBAs running 16 Gb will autonegotiate down; however, configure your SAN fabric carefully to avoid mixed-speed fabric bottlenecks on high-bandwidth surveillance streams.

Q: Is this array suitable for continuous surveillance video recording?

A: Absolutely. Surveillance NVRs presented with large iSCSI or FC LUNs treat the P89067-B25 as fast, redundant backend storage. Dual controllers and redundant power ensure availability. Plan for adequate LUN sizing (surveillance bitrate × retention days) and monitor the array's health dashboard for early drive wear.

Q: What is the warranty on the P89067-B25?

A: HPE typically offers 3-year hardware warranty on enterprise arrays. Confirm the exact terms and support tier (24x7 on-site, parts replacement, etc.) in your purchase agreement or contact your channel partner.

Ted Perry

The P89067-B25 is a serious consolidation play for surveillance operations scaling beyond a single NVR. Dual 32 Gb Fibre Channel controllers mean your video pipeline never goes dark—if one controller takes a hiccup, traffic routes through the peer instantly. The 12 LFF bays support drives up to 20 TB each, landing you at 7.37 PB raw capacity. For a multi-site surveillance backend, that's typically 18–36 months of retention across 50–100+ camera streams on a single chassis.

Technical Highlights:

• Dual 32 Gb FC Controllers (4-port each): Active-active failover ensures zero-downtime storage access. If you lose a controller, the array remains accessible to all connected NVRs—critical for surveillance where a storage outage is an incident waiting to happen.
• Dual 580W Redundant PSUs: N+1 power means one supply can fail and recording continues uninterrupted. You won't get caught with an unexpected power budget gap during capacity planning.
• 12 LFF Bays + Multi-Protocol Support: Mix large capacity drives for surveillance archives, then add iSCSI or 16/32 Gb Fibre Channel paths to your NVRs and backup servers. The protocol flexibility keeps you from rebuilding infrastructure later.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is a blank chassis—order drives separately. Budget for 6–10 TB nearline drives if you're targeting 12–24 month video retention; SSD cache tiers add cost but accelerate multi-camera playback forensics.
• Fibre Channel fabric setup and SFP transceiver costs are non-trivial. If your site lacks existing SAN infrastructure, iSCSI may cut initial capex, but FC delivers better latency for high-bitrate simultaneous playback.

Deploy the P89067-B25 as your enterprise surveillance backend when you need to retire distributed NVR appliances and consolidate recording onto a single, redundant storage appliance that your operations team already knows how to monitor and maintain.