Standard interfaces: FC, Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
Storage media types supported: LTO-5, LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8
Product colour: Black
Web-based management: Yes
Security algorithms: 256-bit AES
Number of slots (max): 8
Compatible products: See HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge at: https://h20272.www2.hpe.com/SPOCK/index.aspx
Compressed capacity: 360 TB
Maximum supported storage capacity: 240 TB
Media types supported: LTO-5, LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8
Backup rate compressed performance: 1080 GB/h
Backup rate native performance: 1105.92 GB/h
Sustained data transfer rate (native): 1.08 MB/s
Width: 44 mm
Depth: 482 mm
Height: 809 mm
Package width: 580 mm
Package depth: 990 mm
Package height: 250 mm
Operating temperature (T-T): 5 – 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T): -40 – 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H): 20 – 80%
Storage relative humidity (H-H): 20 – 90%
Operating altitude: 0 – 4000 m
Non-operating altitude: 0 – 10675 m
Operating temperature (T-T): 50 – 95 °F
Harmonized System (HS) code: 84719000
HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation products helps SMB customers meet long-term data retention requirements while providing air-gapped protection against ransomware threats. The HPE Storage MSL 1/8 Gen3 0-drive Tape Autoloader supports a wide range of capacity options with LTO-9, LTO-8, or LTO-7 Ultrium drives, offering scalable, cost-effective storage for growing businesses. With HPE Command View for Tape Libraries (CVTL) – part of the HPE Storage Tape Library and Management Software family—the MSL 1/8 Autoloader is easy to manage remotely, minimizing the need for on-site IT support. Media management is simplified with an integrated barcode reader, configurable mail slot, and removable magazines. Optional data encryption guards against unauthorized access – even if a tape is lost or stolen. Quickly increase capacity and/or performance with tool-free drive upgrades or move tape drive kits to the MSL3040 or MSL6480 for scalability and additional enterprise-class features.
What is new supporting point: HPE Smart Choice models with MSL tape autoloader featuring LTO-8 & LTO-9 drives are available with FC or SAS interfaces. These models can be quickly quoted and shipped through HPE authorized partners. HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation now supports Multi-factor Authentication (MFA).
