These legacy systems, though surpassed by newer generations, were well-regarded for their robust performance and scalability. They catered to the storage needs of small to medium-sized businesses and remote offices, offering various connectivity options, such as Fibre Channel and iSCSI, to ensure seamless integration into existing infrastructures. While specific models may vary, the HPE MSA servers of the past typically featured advanced data protection technologies like RAID configurations and snapshots, guaranteeing data integrity and disaster recovery preparedness.