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HPE StorageWorks MSA is the #5 ranked solution in top Modular SAN (Storage Area Network) tools. PeerSpot users give HPE StorageWorks MSA an average rating of 8.4 out of 10. HPE StorageWorks MSA is most commonly compared to IBM FlashSystem: HPE StorageWorks MSA vs IBM FlashSystem. HPE StorageWorks MSA is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 56% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a computer software company, accounting for 21% of all views.
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What is HPE StorageWorks MSA?
Whether you need best-in-class performance or are looking to get the most capacity for your investment, MSA has a fast, affordable solution for you. And every MSA comes with an intuitive setup and management interface anyone can master.

HPE StorageWorks MSA was previously known as HP StorageWorks MSA.

HPE StorageWorks MSA Customers
Femsa CSC, TTX, Rabobank

HPE StorageWorks MSA Pricing Advice

What users are saying about HPE StorageWorks MSA pricing:
  • "This solution involves a one-time CapEx payment, followed by warranty extensions."
  • "The solution can be a bit expensive."
  • "The price of the solution is a little high and they should provide more competitive pricing. If you want to increases the storage size there are additional fees."
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    Head of Hosting & LAN Services at Lanka Communication Services (Pvt) Ltd.
    Real User
    Top 5Leaderboard
    Great Storage at very cost effective price
    Pros and Cons
    • "The most valuable features are the storage levels and snapshot features."
    • "This product is getting a little bit older, so new features like deduplication are not included."

    What is our primary use case?

    We are using virtualization and we use this storage for hosting workloads. We have our own workloads, as well as some for our customers.

    How has it helped my organization?

    It has provided much larger capacities to the existing virtualized environments. we have added 4 additional enclosures as well. 

    What is most valuable?

    The most valuable features are the storage levels and snapshot features.

    We also use some of the other common features like zoning control, IO metering, and input/output control. 

    What needs improvement?

    This product is getting a little bit older, so new features like deduplication are not included. We would like to see the environment updated.

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    For how long have I used the solution?

    We have been using HPE StorageWorks MSA for more than five years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    This is a very stable product.

    We have had hard drives fail, although stability was not an issue because RAID manages situations like this. We simply notify the vendor, they come in and replace it in the background, and the matter is solved.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    The scalability is very good. This environment is part of our infrastructure. We are an internet service provider (ISP), so we have our own infrastructure hosted. This includes our link monitoring systems and the authentication service center. We also host a large number of customer workloads on virtual machines, which are all running on this system.

    How are customer service and support?

    The local HPE support has always been good.

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    We currently have storage arrays by both HPE and Dell. The product from Dell is the PowerVault system.

    We will be purchasing an all-flash array, as well. The requirement is due to the high demand for our customers' environments that are using heavy IO.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup is straightforward and the deployment is very quick.

    What about the implementation team?

    We deployed it ourselves, and we had a little bit of support from the vendor. It was not complex because our environment was simple, so we configured it. When we had a doubt about something, we contacted the vendor, but otherwise completed it on our own.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    This solution involves a one-time CapEx payment, followed by warranty extensions.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    HPE was the initial product that we evaluated. We were content with it, so we went straight to implementing it.

    What other advice do I have?

    So far, our experience with this product has been great. We've had a small number of issues such as a hard disk failure, but that is manageable with RAID so it has not been a problem. This is a product that I recommend for others.

    I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    Hybrid Cloud
    Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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    General Manager at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
    Real User
    Top 20
    A transparent and capable solution that functions exactly as it should
    Pros and Cons
    • "The solution is pretty transparent and works well."
    • "The solution requires hardware."

    What is our primary use case?

    Our company uses the solution for NAS and SAN storage. We have 30 users who access storage daily. 

    We do not plan to increase usage in the short term but plan to do a technology refresh in a few years. 

    What is most valuable?

    The solution is pretty transparent and works well. 

    What needs improvement?

    The solution requires hardware. 

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using the solution for a few years. 

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The stability is okay, not too bad. The solution has a very specific use to provide storage so as long as it does not fail, everything is good.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    The solution is scalable and you can add additional bays. At some stage, you will need additional TCs.

    How are customer service and support?

    I have not needed technical support. 

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    Our company did not previously use another solution. 

    How was the initial setup?

    The setup is pretty straightforward. 

    The solution is hardware so you just have to build the functions of the system including the RAID. It takes a little while, but is straightforward. 

    What about the implementation team?

    We utilize vendors or system integrators for implementations. 

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    The solution can be a bit expensive. I rate pricing an eight out of ten. 

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    I inherited the last generation solution when I joined the team, but am currently looking to move toward hyper-converged solutions. In essence, I want to reduce the footprint and maximize the server.

    I am exploring whether HCI can work with the current hardware and reduce the need for additional hardware by using local storage on the server. I want to understand the technology to do a proper comparison. 

    I am looking at StorMagic and other options to determine how they reduce the SAN or distribute storage in the ESXI environment. 

    What other advice do I have?

    The solution is a capable product that does what it is supposed to do. 

    I rate the solution an eight out of ten. 

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
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    Technical Account Manager at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
    Real User
    Top 5Leaderboard
    Easy to use, user-friendly interface, and responsive support
    Pros and Cons
    • "The solution is very easy to use, it is not really complex for any user, such as non-technical individuals."
    • "The solution could improve by adding configuration tools."

    What is our primary use case?

    We use HPE StorageWorks MSA as our central storage for our VMware clusters.

    What is most valuable?

    The solution is very easy to use, it is not really complex for any user, such as non-technical individuals. We have found it simple to guide our customers when needed. The interface is user-friendly and it is not difficult to configure.

    What needs improvement?

    The solution could improve by adding configuration tools.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using HPE StorageWorks MSA for approximately 10 years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The solution is stable.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    I have found the solution to be scalable.

    We have approximately 20 customers using this solution.

    How are customer service and technical support?

    The support engineers are knowledgeable and resposive.

    How was the initial setup?

    The installation is straightforward. The time of the installation depends on the environment. However, it typically takes less than one hour.

    What about the implementation team?

    We use three HPE engineers that do the implementation of the solution.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    The price of the solution is a little high and they should provide more competitive pricing. If you want to increases the storage size there are additional fees.

    What other advice do I have?

    This is an entry-level storage system and I would recommend it to others.

    I rate HPE StorageWorks MSA an eight out of ten.

    Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
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