Description

HPE Alletra 2120 2.88TB FIO Cache Bundle – Enterprise Adaptive Flash Array (SKU: R6H83A)

The HPE Alletra 2120 2.88TB FIO Cache Bundle (SKU: R6H83A) provides high-speed, resilient enterprise flash storage to power modern datacentres with maximum uptime, simplified management, and unmatched efficiency. Leveraging adaptive flash technology and a cache-rich design, this array is engineered for performance-driven workloads and seamless scalability.

Part of Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Alletra platform, the R6H83A bundle includes three 960GB SATA 6G SSDs, optimized as a cache acceleration layer for demanding transactional databases, virtualized environments, and hybrid storage scenarios. Adaptive flash ensures data is automatically tiered and retained on the fastest drives for low-latency access, while HPE’s robust architecture enables non-disruptive scaling and end-to-end data protection. With cloud-ready integration and powerful, intuitive management tools, the Alletra 2120 series delivers agility and efficiency for IT leaders rearchitecting for the edge, core, or hybrid cloud.

Key Features

• 2.88TB Flash Cache Bundle: Ships with three 960GB HPE SSDs, providing reliable, high-speed cache for critical applications and frequent workloads.
• Alletra 2120 Architecture: Advanced adaptive storage platform for block and file data, enabling transparent resource scaling and multisite replication.
• SATA 6G SSDs: Enterprise-class solid-state drives with low power consumption, high endurance, and end-to-end error correction for consistent performance.
• Intelligent Tiering: Automatically migrates hot data to flash storage, keeping essential apps and processes running at peak speed regardless of data size or usage pattern.
• Seamless Integration: Interoperates with VMware, Windows, Linux, and cloud-native environments for unified storage management and simplified deployment.
• Non-disruptive Scalability: Expand volumes, add capacity or nodes, and update firmware with no downtime, supporting dynamic business growth.
• Comprehensive Data Protection: Features data-at-rest encryption, snapshots, remote replication, RAID support, and multi-level redundancy for business continuity and compliance.
• Cloud-Ready APIs & Automation: Native REST API support, Ansible modules, and cloud management tools accelerate operational efficiency and DevOps integration.
• HPE Infosight Predictive Analytics: Delivers proactive health monitoring, AI-powered recommendations, and deep analytics to prevent downtime and optimize performance across the global fleet.
• Simple Management: Intuitive web-based UI and command-line access; centralizes alerts, provisioning, reporting and upgrades in a secure, browser-based dashboard.
• Green, Efficient Footprint: Low energy, low cooling, and compact rackmount design help reduce data center cost and environmental impact.
• Full Support & Warranty: Backed by HPE’s global enterprise support, with options for 24/7 coverage and next-business-day parts and labor.

System Requirements

• Standard data center rack mount installation (compatible rails and rack required)
• Gigabit or faster Ethernet connection for management, control, and host access
• Compatible switches, SAN/NAS, or server hosts (VMware, Windows, Linux environments supported)
• AC power supply to data center standards, UPS or redundant power recommended
• Web browser for management access, or CLI/REST tools for automation
• Optional: HPE Infosight cloud account for management/analytics

Ideal for mission-critical workloads, the Alletra 2120 FIO Cache Bundle accelerates database transactions, server virtualization, VDI, and analytics, minimizing latency and maximizing IOPS. Its robust adaptive flash cache efficiently supports mixed workloads, preventing slowdowns and enhancing user experience for both legacy and new-gen apps. Simple non-disruptive expansion allows businesses to start with what they need and grow painlessly, maintaining SLAs and uptime.

Centralized HPE Infosight management unifies alerting, performance reporting, and troubleshooting across global deployments, leveraging AI to detect and resolve issues proactively. Granular data-at-rest encryption and robust snapshotting protect sensitive information against hardware failure, disaster, or cyber incident, ensuring that enterprise risk management principles are fully addressed by default. With cloud-native APIs, enterprises can automate provisioning, maintenance, and monitoring—reducing operational overhead and accelerating digital transformation initiatives.

Case Use Example

A large healthcare provider upgrades its electronic records infrastructure, deploying HPE’s Alletra 2120 2.88TB FIO Cache Bundle to accelerate access to patient data and support virtual desktop environments across multiple sites.

Peak-hour medical record lookups and analytics run directly from the flash cache, dramatically improving EMR system response times. Central IT uses Infosight to monitor system health and predict capacity needs, while snapshots and encrypted backups ensure compliance with rigorous data privacy mandates. When opening a new facility, IT simply expands cluster capacity and replicates data, all without downtime or migration headaches—futureproofing the infrastructure as the organization grows.

The HPE R6H83A Alletra 2120 bundle is crafted for organizations seeking the reliability and agility to meet modern business demands—combining high-speed cache, simple management, green efficiency, and cloud-ready tools. It bridges the traditional and the new, empowering both core and edge IT to deliver the next wave of competitive digital services.

Summary

The HPE Alletra 2120 2.88TB FIO Cache Bundle (R6H83A) transforms enterprise storage, pairing intelligent adaptive flash acceleration, robust data protection, and simplified expansion in a compact rackmount solution. Ideal for mission-critical IT, cloud, and hybrid environments, it’s the intelligent flash upgrade for performance, security, and streamlined admin—backed by HPE global support.