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
Compressed capacity: 240 GB
Maximum supported storage capacity: 240 TB
Media types supported: LTO-5, LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8
Backup rate native performance: 1105.92 GB/h
Width: 482 mm
Depth: 809 mm
Height: 44 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
The HPE Storage MSL 1/8 Tape Autoloader helps SMB customers meet long-term data retention requirements while providing air-gapped protection against ransomware threats. It 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 to critical data – 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 library for scalability and additional enterprise-class features.
What is new supporting point: The HPE Smart Choice Purchase Program features popular MSL library products that can be quoted in minutes and shipped quickly through HPE Authorized Partners. The HPE Smart Choice Purchase Program features popular MSL library products that can be quoted in minutes and shipped quickly through HPE Authorized Partners. HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation now supports Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
