Finding it difficult to keep up with the growth in unstructured data? Looking for a cost-effective high capacity storage option? With the HP 600 Modular Disk System, HP extends and redefines direct-attached storage for BladeSystem servers, combining the simplicity and cost effectiveness of direct-attached storage without sacrificing flexibility or performance. Use the MDS600 as part of a straight-forward in-rack 6 Gb/s SAS implementation that delivers high-density, low-cost external zoned direct attach storage for HP BladeSystem servers. Easily configure storage on the fly with easy to use management software. The MDS600 can also be directly connected to ProLiant DL and ML servers using the Smart Array P212, P411, and P812 Controller using a standard 2M SAS cable for Single Domain only. NOTE: For MDS600 6Gb host connectivity , P711m firmware 5.32 or higher, 6Gb BL SAS switch firmware 2.0.1.0 or higher and MDS600 firmware 3.44 are required.