HPE Storage MSL3040 Tape Library 1x MSL LTO-9 Fibre Channel 20x LTO-9 45TB Data Cartridges

Quickly and simply manage the tape media both in and out of the library with the standard bar code reader, configurable mail slots, and removable magazines. If a tape were lost or stolen, protect important business data from unauthorized access with data encryption options. MSL investment protection and uncertain data growth are easily managed within the MSL library portfolio. Quickly increase capacity and/or performance with tool-free drive upgrades in the MSL2024 Tape Library or move tape drive kits to the MSL3040 or MSL6480 for library scalability and additional enterprise class features. Proactively receive detailed information about your MSL Tape Automation with HPE StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced, a licensed feature of CVTL. Information about the library, drives, and media are all monitored for utilization, operational performance, and life and health information. Prevent problems before they occur by proactively receiving notification if any library, drive or tape media parameters fall below Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommended standards.

HPE Storage MSL2024 Tape Library

What's New

- HPE Smart Choice MSL2024 library models with LTO- technology available that can be quoted in minutes and shipped quickly through HPE Authorized Partners.

Key Features

- Exceptional storage density: 1.08 PB (2.5:1 compression using LTO-9 tape cartridges).

- Easy-to-use web-based remote management for multiple libraries with HPE Command View for Tape Libraries (CVTL).

- Integrated bar code reader.

- Tool-free tape drive upgrades.

- Leverage tape drives in an MSL2024 into an MSL3040 or 6480 for investment protection.

- Removable magazines with user-configurable mail slots.

- Extensive OS and software compatibility testing.

- Achieve the highest level of encryption security to secure confidential business information while meeting compliance guidelines with the HPE MSL Encryption Kit or KMIP 1.2 Encryption Key Manager License.

- Proactively monitor utilization, operational performance, and overall life and health of the drives and media with TapeAssure Advanced, a licensed feature of CVTL.

HPE Storage Tape Library Management Software

HPE Storage Tape Library Management Software provides an intuitive, user-friendly interface for remotely managing, monitoring, and configuring an entire tape library environment. It includes HPE Command View for Tape Libraries (CVTL) and its licensed feature, HPE StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced.

HPE StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced offers predictive analytics on the health, performance, and utilization of all tape drives and cartridges, enabling proactive management and optimized performance.

You can try HPE StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced free for 60 days upon installing CVTL. Simply download CVTL from

HPE Command View for Tape Libraries | HPE Store US and experience its powerful features firsthand.

Easy Installation

The MSL2024 Tape Library is shipped as a rack-ready unit. The rack mount hardware included with the library allows installation in a variety of HPE racks. For more information on the HPE rack offerings, please see the following URL:

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Partitioning

The MSL2024 Tape Libraries now include the ability to be configured as a partitioned library. MSL Libraries may be configured with up to one partition per drive; two partitions if two drives are installed. Partitioning allows each partitioned library to be presented to the host as an independent library, separate from other partitions in the library. Hosts for each partition own independent sets of media and can use ISV software that is different from the other partitions allowing maximum flexibility and utilization of the MSL library.

Proven Reliability

With a rating of 2,000,000 robot load/unload cycles, the MSL Tape Libraries provides necessary high reliability for today's demanding environment. To improve reliability and longevity, all HPE Ultrium products feature Data Rate Matching (DRM). This allows the tape drive to dynamically and continuously adjust the speed of the drive, to match the speed of the host or network. This increases performance, reduces mechanical wear on the tape drive and extends tape life.

Disaster Recovery and Security

Removable media also has the advantage that data is held 'offline' which means that archive data on tape has the additional level of protection from the threats to on-line data from viruses, hackers and cyber-attacks. LTO-9, LTO-8, and LTO-7 Ultrium tape drives include hardware based data encryption to prevent unauthorized access to data at rest. LTO-7 to LTO-9 cartridges are available with write-once-read-many (WORM) capabilities to prevent accidental overwriting of data archived on the tape. Both WORM and hardware data encryption features help organizations to comply with increased data security regulations.

Data Encryption

The HPE MSL Tape Automation offers multiple options for data encryption, depending on the requirements for policy, regulation, compliance, and centralized key management.

HPE MSL Encryption Kit

The HPE MSL Encryption Kit provides a library-enabled encryption solution that greatly enhances data privacy, confidentiality, and integrity of your critical business data while supporting compliance requirements. While there are a wide range of encryption solutions available, the HPE MSL Encryption Kit is intended to be an easy and affordable library-enabled solution for small businesses.

The encryption kit includes two USB key server tokens, product documentation, and firmware support. One encryption kit is needed per library and it must be physically accessible so that the USB token can be inserted into the automation device. The second token will be used as a backup token, in case the first one is lost or damaged. The USB key server token will plug into the USB port in the library and will generate and maintain encryption keys for the LTO-4 and later generation drives. The USB key server token uses a hardware random number generator, password authentication, and digital envelopes for strong encryption keys and security operations. The encryption kit provides a self-contained solution for autoloaders and MSL libraries with no additional software, PCs, or servers required or involved.

KMIP

To meet requirements for larger scale encryption key managers, the HPE MSL Tape Libraries supports KMIP 1.2 compliant key managers. With the purchase of the KMIP Encryption License, the MSL2024 will be able to request encryption keys from KMIP 1.2 compliant key managers, for data encryption and key management.

For more information on all supported key management servers, please visit:

HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge - SPOCK

Serviceability

Modular in design, the MSL2024 has easily replaceable components minimizing the Mean-Time-to-Repair on the unit. Replaceable components include the tape drive, the magazines, the power supply and the controller board. HPE Library and Tape Tools (L&TT) provides easy access to the MSL error log, generates support tickets, and enables firmware downloads. L&TT can be downloaded for free at: HPE Library and Tape Tools | HPE Store US

LTO Ultrium Technology

HPE LTO (Linear Tape Open) Ultrium Tape Drives use best of breed technology. By taking the best features from other tape technologies and combining them into a single new technology, Ultrium tape drives are in a league of their own. LTO technology is an open industry standard format; thus data written on HPE Ultrium Tape Drives can be interchanged directly with Ultrium Tape Drives from other vendors.

HPE LTO tape drives and automation products are founded on the LTO open standard and adhere to the published fourteen-generation LTO format roadmap.

The LTO standard for backward compatibility up to generation seven is to write back one generation and read back two generations. Eighth-generation LTO Ultrium drives read and write LTO -7 and LTO-8 media. Ninth-generation LTO Ultrium drives read and write LTO-8 and LTO-9 media.

As part of the LTO open standard, all HPE tape drives and media offer the same standards of compatibility with tape drives and media manufactured by other LTO vendors.

LTO-9 Media Initialization

Media initialization has been implemented in LTO-9 technology to optimize data placement on each LTO-9 cartridge. The initialization enables the tape drive to intelligently align data to a specific tape cartridge. Each new LTO-9 cartridge requires a one-time initialization prior to starting read/write operations. This initialization is only required for the first use of a new LTO-9 cartridge. Subsequent loads do not require additional initialization. The initialization process varies in time depending on the environmental conditions of tape and drive. Most initializations will complete within an hour; however, in some cases it can take up to 2 hours.

To help customers complete this one-time initialization of new LTO-9 media in tape libraries, the MSL2024 provides an "LTO-9 New Media Initialization Wizard" feature which will guide the user through an automated process to load uninitialized media into LTO-9 tape drives to facilitate the completion of the LTO-9 media initialization process. For more information, please reference the MSL2024 User Guides.

Data Rate Matching

Data Rate Matching combines sophisticated buffer management with variable tape drive motor speeds to match the tape drive transfer rate to the host output. This feature ensures that the tape drive continues to stream data regardless of the environment, and brings three big advantages:

- It optimizes performance and maximizes overall efficiency, allowing the drive to respond immediately to any data speed changes from the host.

- It minimizes rewinding and repositioning of the tape, significantly reducing physical wear and increasing reliability.

- It minimizes the power requirements for the drive by reducing the number of repositions needed.

HPE Ultrium WORM

Critical to the success of data retention policies in highly regulated environments is the ability to store and manage data in an unalterable state. Following stringent guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies such as the SEC and HIPPA, IT organizations must now integrate new solutions and policies that can verify the integrity of stored data for periods that can extend well beyond seven years. Every generation of LTO Ultrium tape drives feature the ability to archive and store data in a read-only, non-rewriteable format that meets the most stringent regulatory guidelines. Using a combination of integrated fail-safe features in the drive firmware, cartridge memory, and tape formatting, LTO Ultrium provides the ability to archive large amounts of data for periods of up to 30 years in a secure, untampered state. All generation Ultrium tape drives include support for rewritable media and WORM media,for a secure, long-term archiving solution into any data protection strategy. LTO Ultrium WORM provides the following advantages:

- A single drive to support all backup and archiving needs

- Two distinctive tape cartridges to easily distinguish and manage both rewriteable and WORM data cartridges

- A specially designed WORM data cartridge with multiple integrated fail-safe features to prevent accidental or intentional overwriting of data

- High-capacity, low-cost HPE WORM media that can store up to 45 TB (2.5:1 compression) of data on a single data cartridge

- Support from many backup and archiving software vendors, providing the most comprehensive and mainstream support in the industry

- The LTO open standard that offers greater choice and compatibility across all LTO Ultrium products

Notes: While all HPE LTO Ultrium tape drives support LTO Ultrium WORM media, some LTO Ultrium tape drives from other manufacturers may not include read and write support for LTO Ultrium WORM media. For non-HPE LTO Ultrium tape drives, please check the manufacturers' specifications to ensure this support is provided if you are using your WORM media. If WORM support is not provided, the drive will eject the WORM tape cartridge immediately upon insertion into the tape drive.

Linear Tape File System (LTFS)

LTFS makes tape self-describing, file-based, and easy-to-use, it also provides users with the ability to use standard file operations on tape media for accessing, managing and sharing files with an interface that behaves just like a hard disk. In addition, LTFS provides the ability to share data across platforms, as you would with a USB drive or memory stick. Simply load a tape into the drive, mount it into the file system, and it becomes visible as a disk.

For more information, including user guide, downloads and compatibility, visit:

HPE StoreOpen and Linear Tape File System (LTFS) Software | HPE Store US

HPE StoreOpen Software

HPE StoreOpen Software is a free software application that helps LTFS users to use and manage single tape drives, autoloaders and tape libraries.

Available for Windows environments for automation products, it provides a native GUI with a familiar look and feel. It is installed automatically as part of the LTFS package and it completely removes the need for low-level terminal commands by guiding users through the full process of select, prepare and mount an LTFS cartridge.

For more information, including user guide, downloads and compatibility, visit:

HPE StoreOpen and Linear Tape File System (LTFS) Software | HPE Store US

Longevity

Organizations need to be confident that their data in archive is still there when they need it. LTO tape media is specified with a 30 year shelf life, if stored at the "Archival Life Recommended Storage" conditions. HPE TapeAssure Advanced also analyses the results of every tape use to ensure the availability of data placed in long-term storage, archive or DR.

HPE Library and Tape Tools

The MSL2024 tape library is supported with HPE Library and Tape Tools (L&TT). L&TT is a free diagnostic tool for all the HPE tape storage products. This robust diagnostic tool is designed for both the experienced professional and the untrained administrator, and it allows customers to verify the installation, ensure product reliability, perform diagnostics and achieve faster resolution of tape device issues. L&TT performs firmware upgrades, verification of device operation, failure analysis and a range of utility functions. Performance tools assist in troubleshooting issues and system configuration checks warn of common host issues. It also provides seamless integration with HPE support by generating and e-mailing test results and support tickets. HPE Support will require the use of L&TT to troubleshoot most device issues, so it is recommended that a support ticket is pulled and the device assessment test is run before calling.

For more information on L&TT, please visit: HPE Library and Tape Tools | HPE Store US .

HPE Storage Media

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) branded Linear Tape Open (LTO) Ultrium cartridges are designed, manufactured and tested to provide outstanding reliability for backing up, archiving and restoring your data. We continuously monitor the quality of our branded tapes using what we believe is the industry's most comprehensive and forensic specification for quality and reliability. Using real life conditions and both Hewlett Packard Enterprise and non-HPE drives, we supplement extensive in-process QA parametric testing with ongoing drive based scrutiny, to make sure performance is excellent for any combination of device, duty cycle and environment.

Because HPE is a leading supplier of both LTO tape devices and media, we have the ability to re-create many different scenarios mirroring how customers use their cartridges. And many of the HPE protocols are either unique in nature or scale, such as the HPE 'Green Tape', and HPE 'Environmental Interchange' tests, or far surpass industry standards, for example, The HPE 'Locate/Rewind/Append' test. Since the beginning of 2016, almost 700 million meters of media have been pulled and over 40 million gigabytes of data have been written in the HPE demanding Green Tape Testing (GTT) protocol. All of these ongoing tests are intended to ensure HPE LTO Ultrium media is the most reliable you can find. Your best choice for ease of support and maximum dependability is to use HPE-branded Ultrium cartridges at all times.

Factory Express Portfolio for Servers and Storage

HPE Factory Express offers configuration, customization, integration and deployment services for HPE servers and storage products. Customers can choose how their factory solutions are built, tested, integrated, shipped and deployed. Customization must comply with all relevant product specifications and factory supported configurations. Factory Express offers service packages for simple configuration, racking, installation, complex configuration and design services as well as individual factory services, such as image loading, asset tagging, and custom packaging. Hewlett Packard Enterprise products supported through Factory Express include a wide array of servers and storage: HPE Integrity, HPE ProLiant, HPE ProLiant Server Blades, HPE BladeSystem, and HPE 9000 servers as well as MSA, VA7xxx, EVA, and XP disk arrays, rackable tape libraries and configurable network switches.

The type of service support varies by platform and product family. For more information on Factory Express services for your specific server model or storage device please contact your sales representative or go to:

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Compatibility

The HPE extensive compatibility testing program assures that your HPE MSL Tape Libraries and Autoloaders work with leading servers, operating systems, and backup applications - and not just those sold by HPE. The MSL libraries work seamlessly in many environments, making them especially suitable if you have a mixed system environment. For the latest list of servers, workstations, operating systems, and backup software that support the MSL tape automation, check the HPE Storage Compatibility Matrix at: HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge - SPOCK

Warranty

HPE provides a 1-year, next business day onsite, part exchange, limited warranty for the MSL2024 tape library and its components including drives, plus 9x5 phone support for the duration of the warranty.

Please refer to Hewlett Packard Enterprise's Support Center for further details: Services | HPE HPE Support Center is a personalized online support portal with access to information, tools and experts to support HPE business products. Submit support cases online, chat with HPE experts, access support resources or collaborate with peers. The HPE Support Center Mobile App* allows you to resolve issues yourself or quickly connect to an agent for live support. Now, you can get access to personalized IT support anywhere, anytime. HPE Insight Remote Support and HPE Support Center are available at no additional cost with an HPE warranty, HPE Support Service or HPE contractual support agreement. warranty, HPE Support Service or HPE contractual support agreement.

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