The HP Storage Works P2000 G3 FC Modular Smart Array (P2000 G3 FC) is a Fiber Channel model of Hewlett Packards 2000 family of storage arrays (which include the MSA2000i G2 i SCSI & the MSA2000sa G2 SAS connected models), specifically designed for entry-level customers & features the very latest in functionality & 8 Gb technology at highly affordable price points. These storage solutions offer excellent price/performance & availability features for direct attach configurations (depending on OS), clusters, workgroups & entry-level SAN environments. Each solution is designed to be easy to deploy, to be secure, along with low management costs, while driving rapid return on investment. The P2000 G3 FC is an 8 Gb Fiber Channel connected 2U storage area network (SAN) or direct connect solution designed for small to medium size departments or remote locations. It offers a choice of two controllers. The first is a high-performance, Fiber Channel 8 Gb dual port model. The second is a unique dual-purpose Combo controller with two 8 Gb Fiber Channel ports with the addition of two 1 Gb E i SCSI ports. Access to the enclosures & drives is at the faster speed of 6 Gb SAS.