The HPE StoreEver MSL2024 tape library can provide enterprises with the necessary unattended tape backup, disaster recovery, archiving storage, and defense against cyber threats such as ransomware, achieving stable, reliable, and cost-effective data protection. The MSL2024 offers a wide range of storage capacities and technologies, supporting LTO-9, LTO-8 and LTO-7 Ultrium tape drives. With just a simple tool-free tape drive upgrade, you can quickly expand capacity and performance, allowing you to meet the growing data demands or transfer existing MSL tape drive suites between tape libraries, thereby maximizing investment protection.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | HPE StoreEver MSL2024 |
| Product Type | Entry-Level Modular Tape Library (Autoloader) |
| Form Factor | 2U Rack-mount |
| Drive Slots | Up to 2 x LTO-9, LTO-8, LTO-7, or LTO-6 tape drives (mixed generations supported with partitioning) |
| Tape Cartridge Capacity |
• Maximum: 24 cartridges • Format: Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium |
| Supported Drive Technologies |
• LTO-9: Up to 45 TB compressed (18 TB native) per cartridge • LTO-8: Up to 30 TB compressed (12 TB native) • LTO-7: Up to 15 TB compressed (6 TB native) • LTO-6: Up to 6.25 TB compressed (2.5 TB native) |
| Interface & Connectivity |
• Drive Interface: SAS 12Gb/s (default), optional Fibre Channel 16Gb/32Gb • Host Connectivity: Through attached server(s) via SAS HBA or FC HBA |
| Robotics & Performance |
• Pick Mechanism: Single robotic picker • Cartridge Exchange Time: < 7 seconds (average) • Data Transfer Rate (Max): Up to 1,200 MB/s (with dual LTO-9 drives) |
| Library Management |
• Software: HPE Library & Tape Tools (L&TT), HPE StoreOnce Catalyst integration • Partitioning: Up to 2 logical libraries (with 2 drives) • Monitoring: Email alerts, SNMP v3, web-based management |
| Media Support |
• LTO Ultrium Cartridges: LTO-9, LTO-8, LTO-7, LTO-6 (read/write) • Backward Read/Write: Supported per LTO generation specs (e.g., LTO-9 drive writes LTO-9/8, reads LTO-9/8/7) |
| Power & Cooling |
• Power Supplies: Single, hot-plug redundant PSU optional • Input Voltage: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Power Consumption (Typical): ~70-120 W (depending on drive count/activity) • Cooling: Dual redundant fans |
| Physical Specifications |
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 440 mm x 647 mm x 87 mm (2U) • Weight: Starting at ~18 kg (without drives/media) • Rack Compatibility: Standard 19-inch racks |
| Included Accessories |
• Rack-mount kit (rails) • 1 x SAS cable (SFF-8644 to SFF-8644) • Power cord(s) per region |
| Warranty & Support |
• Standard Warranty: 1-year limited warranty, next business day (NBD) support • Optional: Care Pack services (extended warranty, 24x7 support, proactive monitoring) |
| Compliance & Certifications |
• Regulatory: CE, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ENERGY STAR • Environmental: Operating: 10°C to 35°C; Non-operating: -40°C to 60°C |
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