Fujitsu ETERNUS HB1100
The Fujitsu ETERNUS HB1100 is an entry-level direct-attached and SAN storage array built on high-efficiency block architecture. Featuring dual active-active controllers, twelve 3.5-inch drive bays, and multi-protocol host connectivity (16Gb FC, 10Gb iSCSI, 12Gb SAS), it delivers cost-effective capacity for backup repositories and video surveillance.
Specifications
| Brand | Fujitsu |
|---|---|
| Family | ETERNUS HB |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Released | Mar 2020 |
| Form factor | 2U 12-bay LFF |
| Controllers | Dual active-active |
| Cache memory | 16GB |
| Max drives | 12 |
| Host interfaces | 16Gb FC, 10Gb iSCSI, 12Gb SAS |
| Max raw capacity | 216TB |
Generations
- Next generation: Fujitsu ETERNUS HB1200
Works together
How the Fujitsu ETERNUS HB1100 connects to servers, storage and the network: 1 way, with the parts and products on each path.
Fibre Channel SAN
Match the speed: 16Gb and 32Gb FC HBAs, switches and array ports work together, and each generation also runs one or two speeds below its own (a 32Gb port runs at 16Gb and 8Gb).
Servers
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2530 M6 1U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2540 M6 2U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M6 3U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2530 M5 1U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2540 M5 2U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M5 2U rack
Adapters for the server
540-BBUU Dell Emulex LPe31002 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BBUV Dell QLogic 2692 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BCMS Dell QLogic 2770 Single Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
540-BCMT Dell QLogic 2772 Dual Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
Switches
Brocade G-Series G720 1U
Dell Connectrix ED-DCX7-8B 14U director chassis
Brocade G-Series G730 2U
Dell Connectrix DS-7720B 1U rack
Optics
57-1000262-01 Brocade 16G FC SFP+ ELWL 25 km
57-1000487-01 Brocade 16G FC SFP+ SWL
DS-SFP-FC16G-LW Cisco 16Gbps Fibre Channel Longwave SFP+ Transceiver
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- SAN transport and NVMe over FC for backup mrplanb.com
- What an hour of downtime costs outagecost.org
Check compatibility with Fujitsu
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Fujitsu has tested with the Fujitsu ETERNUS HB1100.
- Specifications Fujitsu PRIMERGY and ETERNUS product documentation
- Support Fujitsu Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What drive types are installed in the HB1100?
The array accommodates up to twelve 3.5-inch enterprise SAS or nearline SAS hard drives.
Does the HB1100 support hardware RAID?
Yes, it supports hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 with battery-free cache protection.
Buying or selling ETERNUS HB1100?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Fujitsu ETERNUS HB1100 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-28