HPE Storage MSL 1/8 Gen3 0-drive Tape Autoloader

• Lifecycle
• Obsolete Date 30-09-2030
• Specifications
• Capacity 360 TB compressed 2.5:1 for HPE 1/8 tape autoloader with LTO-9 tapes
• Warranty The warranty for this product consists of a 1-year, next business day on-site, part exchange, limited warranty for the 1/8 Autoloader and its components including drives, plus 9x5 phone support for the duration of the warranty.
• Servers supported See HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge at: https://h20272.www2.hpe.com/SPOCK/index.aspx
• Encryption capability AES 256-bit
• Number of cartridge slots 8 cartridge slots
• Drive type LTO-9 Ultrium 45000; LTO-8 Ultrium 30750; LTO-7 Ultrium 15000
• Transfer rate 300 MB/s
• Host interface 8 GB/s Fibre Channel (LTO-7, LTO-8, LTO-9) 6 GB/s SAS (LTO-7, LTO-8) 12 GB/s SAS (LTO-9)
• Maximum drives per enclosure One drive maximum
• Form factor 1U
• Quickspecs
• QuickSpecs (PDF)
• QuickSpecs
• QuickSpecs (HTML)
• Overview
• HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation products helps SMB customers meet long-term data retention requirements while providing air-gapped protection against ransomware threats. The HPE Storage MSL 1/8 Gen3 0-drive Tape Autoloader supports a wide range of capacity options with LTO-9, LTO-8, or LTO-7 Ultrium drives, offering scalable, cost-effective storage for growing businesses. With HPE Command View for Tape Libraries (CVTL) - part of the HPE Storage Tape Library and Management Software family—the MSL 1/8 Autoloader is easy to manage remotely, minimizing the need for on-site IT support. Media management is simplified with an integrated barcode reader, configurable mail slot, and removable magazines. Optional data encryption guards against unauthorized access - even if a tape is lost or stolen. Quickly increase capacity and/or performance with tool-free drive upgrades or move tape drive kits to the MSL3040 or MSL6480 for scalability and additional enterprise-class features.
• What's new
• HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation now supports Multi-factor Authentication (MFA).
• HPE Smart Choice models with MSL tape autoloader featuring LTO-8 & LTO-9 drives are available with FC or SAS interfaces. These models can be quickly quoted and shipped through HPE authorized partners.
• Features
• Safeguard your data both in the library and offsite with a range of encryption offerings. Choose the cost-effective HPE StoreEver MSL Encryption Kit—ideal for small to medium businesses—or take advantage of enterprise-grade security with support for KMIP-compliant encryption key servers.
• Easy to Use and ManageProven ReliabilityExceptional Storage Density, Flexibility, and ProtectionLong term data archiving with a 30-year media shelf life in normal ambient conditions.
• HPE Storage Tape Library Management Software, including HPE CVTL and the licensed feature, HPE StoreEver Autoloader Command View for Tape Libraries - TapeAssure Advanced, offers a user-friendly web-based remote management interface, reducing the need for dedicated IT staff at remote offices.
• Easily manage your media in or out of the tape autoloader with a standard barcode reader and removable magazines.
• Improving security has become a critical priority for businesses as ransomware threats continue to escalate. Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of protection by strengthening login credentials and helping prevent unauthorized access to the tape library.
• CompatibilityHPE Storage tape products work with industry-leading servers, operating systems and backup software. See the HPE Storage compatibility matrix for more information: HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge - SPOCK
• 360 TB (2.5:1 compression using LTO-9 tape cartridges).
• Protect critical business data from the growing threat of ransomware attacks by providing an air-gap that keeps data offline.
• Increase capacity and/or performance with tool-free drive upgrade kits.
• HPE StoreEver Autoloader Command View for Tape Libraries - TapeAssure Advanced offers an intuitive dashboard and advanced analytics for predictive analysis. It enables proactive monitoring of utilization, operational performance, and the overall health and lifespan of the library, drives, and media.
• Media
• HPE StoreEver Tape Storage SolutionsHPE StoreEver tape bundles offer a cost-effective and easy approach to store and manage SMB customer data. Now easy to buy and quick to ship through the HPE Smart Choice purchase program.
• Compatible products
• HPE StoreEver 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader and MSL Tape Library Encryption Kit
• HPE 2.0m External Mini SAS High Density to Mini SAS Cable
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB BaFe RW Non Custom Labeled Data Cartridges 20 Pack
• HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 15m Cable
• HPE 5 Year Tech Care Basic wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30TB RW Data Cartridge
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium Non Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
• HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
• HPE 5 Year Tech Care Basic MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB WORM Data Cartridge
• HPE C13 - C14 WW 250V 10Amp 2.5m Jumper Cord
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Basic Exchange MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE External 4.0m (13ft) Mini-SAS HD 4x to Mini-SAS HD 4x Cable
• HPE StoreEver 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader Rack Kit
• HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 1m Cable
• HPE MSL LTO-9 45000 FC DRV UPG KIT
• HPE LTO-9 RW BAR CODE LABEL PACK
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Critical for MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE 4 Year Tech Care Basic wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Essential MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE 1 Mini SAS HD - 4 Mini SAS FO 4
• HPE 5 Year Tech Care Essential MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE StoreEver MSL 2024/4048 Startup SVC
• HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 5m Cable
• HPE 4 Year Tech Care Critical wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE 5 Year Tech Care Critical for MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15TB Eco Case Data Cartridge 20 Pack
• HPE LTO-5 Ultrium RW Bar Code Label Pack
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium WORM Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium RW Bar Code Label Pack
• HPE Smart Array E208e-p SR Gen10 (8 External Lanes/No Cache) 12G SAS PCIe Plug-in Controller
• HPE 5 Year Tech Care Essential wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB RW Non Custom Labeled 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
• HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30TB RW Non Custom Labeled Library Pack 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
• HPE LTO-8 30TB RW BAR CODE LABEL PACK
• HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 50m Cable
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB RW Custom Labeled 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
• HPE LTO-5 Ultrium 3TB RW Data Cartridge
• HPE 4 Year Tech Care Basic MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-8 30TB WORM DATA CARTRIDGE
• HPE External 2.0m (6ft) Mini-SAS HD 4x to Mini-SAS HD 4x Cable
• HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 FC Drive Upgrade Kit
• HPE C13 - KSC- 8305 KR 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord
• HPE 4 Year Tech Care Critical for MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE Install Autoldr/TapeDrvArray SVC
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium RW Bar Code Label Pack
• HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 2m Cable
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15TB RW Data Cartridge
• HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 30m Cable
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Critical wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB BaFe WORM Data Cartridge
• HPE LTO-9 45TB RW DATA CARTRIDGE
• HPE 4 Year Tech Care Essential wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Non Custom Labeled 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium WORM Data Cartridge
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Basic wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE Smart Array P408e-p SR Gen10 (8 External Lanes/4GB Cache) 12G SAS PCIe Plug-in Controller
• HPE C13 - CEE-VII EU 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium RW Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
• HPE 5 Year Tech Care Critical wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB RW Data Cartridge
• HPE 1 Mini SAS HD - 4 Mini SAS FO 2M Cbl
• HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 FC Drive Upgrade Kit
• HPE 4 Year Tech Care Essential MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE 1.83m 10A C13-UL Dom Pwr Cord
• HPE LTO-7 Ultrium RW No Case Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Essential wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
• HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
• HPE Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge
• HPE 3 Year Tech Care Basic MSL G2 AL Service
• Documents
• Protecting Data from Ransomware with HPE StoreOnce Catalyst technical white paper
• 7 tips to defend against ransomware attacks
• HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation QuickSpecs