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HP Drive Shield M6710 – 24×2.5″
- STORAGE CONTROLLERS : 2* HP QR511-63001 3 PAR STORESERV
- STORAGES : (24X1 TB) SAS “2.5” TOTAL (24TB)
- CPU : INTEL(R) XEON (R) E5-2428L 1.8GHZ 1*6 CORES, 15MB CACHE, 12 THREADS TOTAL: 12 CORES, 30MB CACHES, 24 THREADS
- RAM: 20GB
- POWER SUPPLY : DUAL(2) 764 W PCM GOLD SERIES
- Warranty: 1 year
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HP Drive Shield M6710 – High-Density 24-Bay 2.5″ Storage Enclosure for Enterprise Solutions
Overview
The HP Drive Shield M6710 is a premium 2U storage enclosure designed to deliver dense, reliable, and scalable storage for data center and enterprise environments. With support for up to 24 x 2.5″ drives, this storage platform provides exceptional performance, flexibility, and expandability for applications ranging from virtualization and backup to large-scale database storage.
Whether deployed as part of an HP MSA system or integrated into a custom storage environment, the HP Drive Shield M6710 ensures maximum availability and high-speed throughput for mission-critical workloads.
Key Features of HP Drive Shield M6710
24 x 2.5″ Drive Bays
At the heart of the HP Drive Shield M6710 is its support for 24 small-form-factor (SFF) 2.5″ drives. This configuration allows for high-capacity, high-speed storage in a compact 2U chassis. Users can configure a mix of SAS, SATA, or SSD drives depending on performance and capacity requirements, offering maximum flexibility for various business needs.
Seamless Integration with HP MSA and SAN Environments
The M6710 is designed to work seamlessly with HP MSA storage arrays and other HP SAN infrastructures, allowing enterprises to expand storage without complexity. The enclosure is typically connected via 6Gb/s SAS interfaces, enabling fast data transfers and compatibility with enterprise-grade storage controllers.
Enterprise-Level Redundancy
The HP Drive Shield M6710 is engineered with dual I/O modules, redundant power supplies, and hot-swappable fans and drives. These features ensure system uptime and eliminate single points of failure, making it ideal for mission-critical deployments.
Scalable Architecture
As storage needs grow, the HP Drive Shield M6710 offers a scalable solution. Multiple enclosures can be daisy-chained or connected to a central HP MSA controller, enabling expansion without replacing existing infrastructure. This approach protects your investment while adapting to changing storage demands.
Efficient Power and Cooling
Designed for high-efficiency data centers, the HP Drive Shield M6710 offers intelligent cooling systems and power-efficient design. Its optimized airflow and modular power supplies help reduce operational costs while maintaining top-tier performance under full load.
Business Applications
Virtualization: Support for high IOPS SSDs and fast SAS drives make it suitable for virtual machine storage.
Database Storage: Offers low-latency and high-throughput for SQL and NoSQL databases.
Backup and Archiving: Large capacity configuration supports long-term backup solutions.
Media & Content Storage: Ideal for storing and streaming high-resolution content in post-production environments.
Surveillance Storage: Reliable infrastructure for video retention in surveillance deployments.
Technical Overview
Drive Type Support: 2.5″ SAS, SATA HDDs and SSDs
Interface: 6Gb/s SAS
Form Factor: 2U Rackmount
Redundancy: Dual power supplies, dual I/O modules
Cooling: Hot-swappable fans
Expansion Capability: Compatible with multiple enclosures via SAS chaining
Max Capacity: Depends on drive selection; up to several TBs per chassis
Advantages of HP Drive Shield M6710
The HP Drive Shield M6710 stands out as a compact, reliable, and enterprise-ready storage enclosure. It is engineered for uptime, flexibility, and future-proof scalability. Whether your use case involves fast SSD performance or high-density SATA archiving, this system adapts to your business environment with minimal overhead and maximum dependability.
Its compatibility with HP’s storage ecosystem makes it especially attractive for organizations already using HP infrastructure, allowing for seamless integration and consistent management experience.
Why Choose HP Drive Shield M6710?
Density: Store up to 24 drives in just 2U of rack space
Redundancy: Dual everything — from I/O to power
Performance: High throughput SAS interfaces for low-latency data access
Scalability: Expandable without system reconfiguration
Compatibility: Works perfectly with HP MSA, SANs, and ProLiant servers
Cost Efficiency: Energy-conscious design reduces TCO
For more details, you can view the data sheet on our website using the following link: Spec sheet
| Processor | a multi-core Intel Xeon or similar server-grade CPU. |
|---|---|
| Rack size | 2U |
| Controllers | dual active-active controllers. |
| Capacity | • HDD: Ranges from 24TB to 144TB (or more, depending on drive size). • SSD: Ranges from 24TB to 96TB (or more). |
| System memory | comes with 8GB to 32GB of system memory (RAM), primarily dedicated to caching and controller operations. |
| Drive bay | 24BAY / 2.5 INCH |
| Fan | hot-swappable fans for minimal downtime during maintenance and redundant cooling for high availability, allowing operation even if one fan fails. The fan speed adjusts based on temperature, increasing under heavy load and decreasing when idle to save energy and reduce noise. Temperature sensors monitor key components, ensuring optimal cooling. The system uses efficient, low-noise fans, balancing cooling performance with quieter operation during normal use. |
| Max Drive Count | can accommodate up to 72 x 2.5-inch drives across multiple enclosures, allowing you to scale storage capacity according to your needs. |
| Max Raw Capacity (SAN) | up to 720TB with 10TB HDDs or 288TB with 4TB SSDs, depending on the drive type and size chosen for the system. |
| Drive option | supports a variety of HDD and SSD options, offering flexibility in configuration. You can choose from 2.5-inch drives ranging from 1TB to 10TB for HDDs and 480GB to 4TB for SSDs, with the ability to use both types in hybrid configurations to optimize both cost and performance. |
| Protocol support | • iSCSI and Fibre Channel for SAN configurations, providing block-level access over IP or fibre networks. • SAS for internal communication with drives. • Optional NVMe for high-speed SSD support (depending on configuration). |
| I/O port | • Fibre Channel: For high-speed, low-latency SAN connections (16Gb or 32Gb). • iSCSI: For connecting over IP networks, ideal for cost-effective SAN setups. • SAS: For internal drive-to-controller connections. • Management Ethernet Ports: For remote system management (1Gb or 10Gb). • USB Ports: For firmware updates or diagnostics. • Cooling and Power Management: Optional for larger configurations. |
| Raid support | supports multiple RAID levels such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. |
| Power supply | • Dual, redundant PSUs ensure continuous power and fault tolerance. • Hot-swappable power supplies for minimal downtime during maintenance. • AC power input (100V to 240V) for compatibility with most environments. • Energy-efficient design to minimize power consumption and reduce costs. • Power consumption varies based on configuration, typically between 500W and 1500W. • Power monitoring for status alerts and quick issue resolution. |
| Operating system | • Handle storage management tasks (RAID, snapshots, replication). • Support protocols like iSCSI and Fibre Channel for SAN setups. • Integrate with HP Storage Management Software for remote administration and monitoring. |
| Expansion enclosures | • Scalable Storage: Additional drive bays are available to expand the storage capacity. • Hot-Swappable: Enclosures can be added or removed without system downtime. • Drive Bay Configurations: Available in different configurations (e.g., 12-bay, 24-bay), supporting both HDDs and SSDs. • RAID Configuration: Expanding the storage allows for additional RAID configurations, ensuring data protection and redundancy. • Interconnectivity: Uses SAS or Fibre Channel for high-speed, low-latency connectivity. • Redundancy: Redundant power supplies and fans for higher reliability. |
| Dimensions | • Height: 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) – 2U rack size • Width: 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) – fits into a 19-inch rack • Depth: 24 inches (61 cm) – typical depth for a 2U system |
| Operation temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
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