Single-pathing (Single HBA
per host)
Single-pathing (or single HBA per host) support is provided for all supported operating systems (but may
be version dependent). Use of single-pathing, which does not offer a redundant path option, should be
used with care. Failure of the single HBA will result in loss of access for that host until the HBA is
replaced.
Enclosure Capacity
The EVA provides one of the highest density disk storage solutions in the industry. The EVA8100 in the
42U HP 10000 G2 Series Rack supports up to twelve 3U 14-bay M5314C FC disk enclosures for a
maximum capacity of 168 disk drives and a maximum storage capacity of 168 TB of disk capacity. An
expansion cabinet allows users to expand with another six enclosures for a total of up to eighteen disk
enclosures, up to 240 disks, and up to 240TB.
Utility Pricing solutions for
StorageWorks EVA
HP offers a spectrum of offerings allowing customers to align their payments according to the usage of
storage capacity.
For customers requiring assistance in managing their storage infrastructure, Managed Storage
Solution (MSS) meets that need while providing the option to acquire storage on a utility model.
Customers have the ability to choose other options like Backup/Restore, Data Availability, Local
Copy and Remote Copy services. All these capabilities are offered at a $/GB/Month fee.
For customers that want to build and manage their own storage utility, Utility Ready Storage (URS)
provides customers with storage that never runs out; priced as the customer uses it; and is easy to
procure. URS pricing is based on $/GB/Month of average allocated capacity over the customer's
minimum commitment. URS provides a unique opportunity to allow customers access to storage
when they need it, permitting them to adapt to their changing business needs.
For customers whose need is best described by predictable growth, Pay per forecast (PPF), offered
from HP Financial Services, is an ideal fit. It is a step lease based solution where the payments are
structured upfront according to the customer's forecasted growth.
For even further demanding financial needs of customers, HP Financial Services are ready to craft a
customized solution for them.
Please contact your local HP representative for further information
10K rpm Drive Support The EVA supports 300 GB 10K rpm dual-ported 2 Gb/s FC disk. The EVA4100 Starter Kits or EVA4100
will support up to 56 disk drives. The EVA6100 will support up to 112 disk drives. An EVA8100 will
support up to 240 disk drives. The EVA arrays will support single or mixed drive capacities and types
(high performance and FATA) within an enclosure. HP recommends using the same drive type (the same
capacity) within a disk group because virtualization allocates space proportionate to the highest capacity
drive with in the group.
15K rpm Drive Support The EVA also supports 146 GB, 300GB and 450GB15K rpm dual-ported 2/4 Gb/s FC disk drives.
The EVA arrays will support single or mixed drive capacities and types (high performance and FATA)
within an enclosure. HP recommends using the same drive type (the same capacity) within a disk group
because virtualization allocates space proportionate to the highest capacity drive within the group.
QuickSpecs
HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array Family
Product Highlights
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