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HP StorageWorks business-class tape libraries
HP StorageWorks business-class tape libraries provide centralized backup in a single automated
device, freeing valuable IT resources for more strategic work. These libraries are ideal for medium to
large IT networks experiencing uncertain data growth, with or without a storage area network (SAN).
Entry-level Mid-range High-end
*Additional levels of service available
HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library
High-capacity data storage
HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library
Lots of storage in a small space
HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library
Full-featured with exceptional storage density
Number and type of tape drives
supported
1 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840
1–2 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760
1 LTO-3 Ultrium 960
1–2 LTO-3 Ultrium 920
1–2 LTO-2 Ultrium 448
1–2 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840
2–4 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760
1–2 LTO-3 Ultrium 960
1–4 LTO-3 Ultrium 920
2–4 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840
2–4 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760
2–4 LTO-3 Ultrium 960
2–4 LTO-3 Ultrium 920
Number of cartridge slots 24 48 96
Maximum capacity
(compressed 2:1)
38.4 TB 76.8 TB 153.6 TB
Maximum sustained transfer rate
(compressed 2:1)
1.1 TB/hr (2 drives) 2.3 TB/hr (4 drives) 3.4 TB/hr (4 drives)
Interface 4 Gb Native Fibre Channel
Ultra320 LVD SCSI
Ultra160 LVD SCSI
3 Gb/sec SAS
4 Gb Native Fibre Channel
Ultra320 LVD SCSI
3 Gb/sec SAS
4 Gb Native Fibre Channel
Ultra320 LVD SCSI
3 Gb/sec SAS
Encryption capability AES 256-bit for LTO-4 Ultrium drives only AES 256-bit for LTO-4 Ultrium drives only AES 256-bit for LTO-4 Ultrium drives only
Form factor 2U 4U 8U
Warranty and services included 1-year, next business day, parts exchange,
limited warranty plus 9x5 phone support
1-year, next business day, parts exchange,
limited warranty plus 9x5 phone support
1-year, next business day, onsite,
limited warranty plus 9x5 phone support
Recommended services Hardware installation and startup service
3-year Support Plus 24*
Hardware installation and startup service
3-year Support Plus 24*
Hardware installation and startup service
3-year Support Plus 24*