MSA 1040 rear features
The rear of the MSA 1040 is the same for all MSA
1040 models, except for the SFPs that are pre-installed
in the controller.
NOTE:
The pre-installed SFPs shown in the
illustration might not match your environment.
2. Controller module A
1. Power supply 1
4. Host ports
3. Controller module B
6. Network management port
5. CLI port
8. SAS expansion port
7. Cache Status LED
9. Power supply 2
Prepare for the installation
Locate required items
The following items are shipped with the MSA 1040:
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HP MSA 1040 chassis. LFF and SFF chassis are
supported.
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Drives
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Rack mounting kit
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Mini-USB CLI cable
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PDU power cords
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HP MSA 1040 SW Support and Documentation
DVD
Other items you may need:
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Screwdrivers (Phillips)
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Antistatic protection device
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Expansion drive enclosures and cables
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Servers that need access to the MSA 1040
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Switch
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Cables for connecting to the host
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RJ-45 Ethernet cable for connecting to a remote
management host
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Access from a workstation on the server to the
MSA 1040 (to access the SMU and validate host
connections)
•
Access to the Internet (to access HP websites for
the latest QuickSpecs, user documents, and
firmware)
Obtain the latest user documents
Locate MSA 1040 user guides to help with the
planning, installation, and configuration processes.
User documents are available on the DVD shipped
with the MSA 1040, with the most recent versions on
the MSA 1040 website at
For detailed reference information, instructions, and
cabling examples, see the following documents:
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HP MSA 1040 QuickSpecs
•
HP MSA 1040 User Guide
•
HP MSA 1040 Cable Configuration Guide
•
HP MSA 1040 SMU Reference Guide
Confirm support for your hardware and software
components
Confirm that the devices you plan to connect and their
installed firmware and software versions are supported
for use with each other. The latest support information
is available on the HP Single Point of Connectivity
Knowledge (SPOCK) website at
.
Verify the operating environment
Review the HP MSA 1040 User Guide and ensure that
all environmental requirements are met, including site
wiring and electrical power inputs, ventilation and
cooling, and weight considerations.
Install the MSA 1040
Use the following steps to install your MSA 1040. For
more information, see the HP MSA 1040 User Guide.
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