Overview

The HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library is the ideal entry-level tape library that provides tape library capacity and extensive tape library features in the compact form of a tape autoloader. With a compressed capacity (2:1 compression) of up to 38.4TB using HP StorageWorks LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive technology, the MSL2024 Tape Library can easily tackle backup and recovery jobs typically handled by mid-range tape libraries. Utilizing a 2U form factor, the tape library provides a large amount of data storage without consuming a large amount of valuable rack space. The unique HP web-based management feature reduces the dependencies on local IT resources, allowing multiple sites to be supported centrally. The MSL2024 Tape Library offers customers the choice of purchasing a library equipped with HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium Tape Drives which include LTO-4 Ultrium 1840, LTO-3 Ultrium 960, LTO-3 Ultrium 920 and LTO-2 Ultrium 448. The LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive configured library provides encryption support. The MSL2024 Tape Library is available with SCSI, SAS or Fibre Channel (FC) interfaces. If only one LTO-3 Ultrium 920 or LTO-2 Ultrium 448 Tape Drive is selected, a second drive of that type can be added later as backup needs increase. Each library includes two removable 12-slot magazines, and one user-configurable mail slot dedicated for import/export of data cartridges. A barcode reader is part of the standard configuration for facilitating media management. All HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library units arrive rack-ready for installation in a standard 19" rack, but can be converted into a tabletop configuration for use outside of a rack.

What's new

• Integration of the HP StorageWorks LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive supporting SCSI and FC interfaces. • Encryption support with the LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 configured libraries; hardware encrypting LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 tape drive for secure high performance backups.

Features

• Greater value - The MSL2024 Tape Library provides an incredible amount of backup and recovery storage without consuming valuable rack space in an entry-level package. HP LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 tape technology offers 38.4TB of compressed storage capacity (2:1 compression) in a 2U form factor. • Simplifies IT - Unique HP web-based remote management functionality allows a remote administrator to control, configure, monitor and troubleshoot the device, thus relieving the customer of costly onsite IT resources. • Integrated solution - Standard barcode reader provides faster inventory times and facilitates tracking of media. • Agility in storage and movement of data - For dedicated import/export of media cartridges, each library includes one user-configurable mail slot. The library also includes two removable 12-slot magazines for bulk loading of media, and provides a convenient bulk storage unit for moving media off-site. • Investment protection for performance needs - Upgradeable from one to two LTO-3 Ultrium 920 or LTO-2 Ultrium 448 Tape drives through the addition of a second drive of that type. • Multiple interface choices available - SCSI, SAS and FC interfaces provide options for installing the tape library into a SCSI, SAS or SAN environment. • Customer serviceable and replaceable components - Easy to manage modular design of tape library allows for quick service or repair of unit to reduce downtime and maximize efficiency. • Extensive tested compatibility- Works with industry-leading servers, operating systems and backup software.