The HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library is the ideal entry-level tape library that combines tape library capacity and features in the compact form of a tape autoloader. With a compressed capacity (2:1) of up to 19.2TB using HP StorageWorks Ultrium 920 or 960 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. Perfect for replicated systems, the web-based management features reduce 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 one or two HP StorageWorks Ultrium Tape Drives which include Ultrium 960, Ultrium 920 and Ultrium 448. Customers also have the choice of purchasing a library which has a SCSI, SAS or FC interface. If only one Ultrium 920 or 448 Tape Drive is selected, a second Ultrium 920 or 448 Tape Drive can be added later as your backup needs increase. Each library includes two removable 12-slot magazines, and one 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.

What's new

– Integration of the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 920 SAS Tape Drive. The HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library with a 3Gb/sec SAS interface offers a direct connect option to SAS-based servers, such as HP ProLiant Servers.

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 Ultrium 920 or 960 tape technology offers 19.2TB of compressed storage capacity (2:1) in a 2U form factor.

– Simplifies IT - Integrated web-based remote management capability 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 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 and capacity needs - Choose library capacity with one HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 Tape Drive or up to two HP Ultrium 920 or 448 Tape Drive units. Upgrade the performance of the tape library from one to two Ultrium 920 or 448 Tape Drives through the addition of a second Ultrium 920 or 448 Tape Drive.

– Flexible interface - SCSI, SAN 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 compatibility testing - Works with industry-leading servers, operating systems and backup software.