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E7W04A Overview
E7W04A is a NAS storage system engineered for robust performance with a 4-bay design that supports SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD options. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 64 TB and offers multiple RAID configurations including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, all powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 4 cores. Pre-installed with 8 GB of DDR4 memory—upgradeable to 32 GB—it provides fast data processing alongside connectivity options such as USB 3.1 and 1GbE network ports with 4 LAN ports and expansion support.
E7W04A is also built for continuous operation with a redundant power supply rated at 250W and an active cooling system ensuring optimal thermal management. Its robust design and versatile connectivity make it ideal for use in SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server environments, delivering reliable performance in a compact rackmount form factor.
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E7W04A Specifications
- Weight
- 30 lbs
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 25 inches
- Height
- 3 inches
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Cooling
- Active
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- LAN Ports
- 4
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Power Supply Wattage
- 250W
- Product Type
- Storage System
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization
- CPU Cores
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.1
- Installed RAM
- 8 GB
- Network Ports
- 1GbE
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- Max RAM Capacity
- 32 GB
- Bay Count
- 4-bay
- Max Supported Capacity
- 64 TB
- Product Name
- E7W04A Storage System
E7W04A Use Case
High-Performance Virtualization with E7W04A-HP MSA 1040 2-Port 10G iSCSI Storage
In a mid-market data center deploying VMware vSphere, IT architects integrate the E7W04A-HP MSA 1040 2-Port 10G iSCSI DC SFF array to host 200+ virtual machines. The dual 10 GbE ports deliver sub-millisecond latency and 1.1 million IOPS for mixed-workload consolidation, while the modular SFF enclosure scales to 96 drives. Outcome: streamlined VM provisioning, predictable performance for mission-critical workloads and a 30 % reduction in storage TCO.
Accelerated SQL Database Performance for ERP with HP MSA 1040 2-Port 10G iSCSI
A mid-sized manufacturing firm upgrades its on-premises SAP Business One ERP by connecting its primary SQL Server cluster to the E7W04A-HP MSA 1040 2-Port 10G iSCSI DC SFF array loaded with mixed SSD/HDD tiers. The result is sustained 500 MB/s throughput and sub-500 µs read/write latency for transactional processing. Outcome: real-time inventory updates, 40 % faster report generation and improved end-user productivity.
Branch-Office Data Protection & Replication Using E7W04A-HP MSA 1040 10G iSCSI
A global retailer deploys E7W04A-HP MSA 1040 2-Port 10G iSCSI DC SFF arrays at ten remote stores for POS and inventory data. Synchronous replication over 10 GbE links to the corporate HQ ensures continuous data mirroring and sub-millisecond failover. Outcome: enterprise-grade disaster recovery, centralized backup management and compliance with regional data-sovereignty mandates.
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Product Comparison Table 
| E7W04A |  Q1J32A |  M0S96A |  C8R09A |  K2R82A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 4-bay | 12-bay | 24-bay | 16-bay | 16-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 64 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 1GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.1 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 250W | 350W | 750W | 350W | 500W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | E7W04A Storage System | Q1J32A Enterprise Storage System | M0S96A Storage Array | C8R09A Enterprise Storage System | K2R82A |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 25 inches | 25 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 30 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 55 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Henry Whitfield
5
Reliable SFF system with consistent throughput and no unexpected downtime.
M
Marcus Ellison
4
Good option for smaller environments needing dependable iSCSI storage.
A
Andrew Prescott
5
Setup was straightforward and management is simple.
J
Julian Harcourt
5
Predictable performance and solid build quality.
Questions & Answers
What is HP MSA 1040 2Prt 10G iSCSI DC SFF Storage (SKU: E7W04A)?
The HP MSA 1040 (E7W04A) is a dual-controller, 2-port 10Gb iSCSI entry-level storage array supporting small form factor (SFF) drives for reliable block storage in SMB and branch environments.
What are the key features of the HP MSA 1040 2Prt 10G iSCSI DC SFF Storage?
Key features include dual active-active controllers, two 10Gb iSCSI ports, 12Gbps SAS back end, support for up to 24 SFF drives, hardware snapshots, remote replication, and easy manageability.
What workloads is HP MSA 1040 best suited for?
The MSA 1040 is ideal for virtualization, file and print, email, test/dev and departmental applications that demand cost-effective, reliable block storage with moderate performance.
How many drives can HP MSA 1040 support?
The base array houses 12 SFF drives and can be expanded to support up to 24 SFF drives with a single expansion enclosure.
What types of drives are supported?
MSA 1040 supports 2.5-inch SAS HDDs and SSDs, allowing you to optimize capacity or performance tiers within the same enclosure.
What storage capacity can I achieve?
Using 8TB SAS drives, the MSA 1040 scales to 192TB raw capacity in a two-enclosure configuration.
What performance can I expect?
The array delivers up to 200,000 IOPS with sub-millisecond latency on mixed workloads when properly configured with SSD tiers.
What network interfaces are included?
It includes two auto-sensing 10Gb iSCSI ports per controller for high-speed data access and network failover.
Is the HP MSA 1040 compatible with VMware vSphere?
Yes, the MSA 1040 is fully certified for VMware vSphere, supporting VAAI, VASA and Site Recovery Manager integration.
Can the HP MSA 1040 integrate with Microsoft Hyper-V?
Yes, it supports Microsoft Hyper-V with native CSV integration, VSS-based snapshots and Hyper-V Replica compatibility.
What data protection features does it support?
MSA 1040 offers hardware snapshots, up to 512 snapshot copies per volume, and asynchronous remote replication for disaster recovery.
What management software is included?
It comes with the HP MSA Storage Management Utility, CLI tools and a RESTful API for streamlined provisioning and monitoring.
How scalable is the MSA 1040 storage array?
The array scales non-disruptively by adding up to one expansion enclosure for a total of 24 drives, and can federate with other MSA arrays for multi-site growth.
How do I deploy and configure the HP MSA 1040?
Deploy using the built-in configuration wizard in the Onboard Administrator interface for guided setup, network zoning and volume creation.
What power and cooling features does it offer?
It includes dual hot-plug redundant power supplies, variable-speed fans and an efficient cooling design to reduce energy consumption.
What warranty and support options are available?
The MSA 1040 ships with a 3-year Next Business Day warranty; optional 24×7 support, ProLiant Integration and onsite spares are also available.
How does the HP MSA 1040 compare to the HP MSA 2050?
The MSA 1040 offers entry-level scalability and two-node 10Gb iSCSI connectivity, while the MSA 2050 adds higher IOPS, more front-end ports and advanced tiering features for midrange deployments.