HPE MSL2024 LTO9 SAS Tape Drive Library 24-Slot 2U Rack-mountable

The HPE MSL2024 LTO9 SAS Tape Drive Library is a high-capacity, reliable backup solution designed for small to medium-sized businesses. With 24 cartridge slots and a native capacity of 18 TB per cartridge, it provides up to 432 TB native storage in a compact 2U form factor. The integrated LTO-9 Ultrium drive delivers fast data transfer rates of up to 400 MB/s native, ensuring efficient backups and restores.

Advantages

This tape library offers exceptional value with its high density, scalability, and robust data protection features. The built-in AES 256-bit hardware encryption secures sensitive data, while the integrated barcode reader simplifies media management. Web-based remote management allows for easy monitoring and control from anywhere.

Suitable for

• Small to medium-sized businesses requiring reliable backup and archiving
• IT environments needing high-capacity, long-term data retention
• Organizations with compliance requirements for data encryption

Key specifications

• Tape Technology: LTO-9 Ultrium
• Drive Type: SAS Tape Drive
• Number of Drives: 1 (expandable to 2)
• Number of Cartridge Slots: 24
• Mail Slots: 3
• Form Factor: 2U Rack-mountable
• Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS
• Native Capacity (per cartridge): 18 TB
• Compressed Capacity (per cartridge): Up to 45 TB (2.5:1 compression)
• Native Data Transfer Rate (per drive): Up to 400 MB/s
• Compressed Data Transfer Rate (per drive): Up to 1000 MB/s (2.5:1 compression)
• Encryption: AES 256-bit Hardware Encryption
• Barcode Reader: Integrated
• Management: Web-based Remote Management
• Power Supply: Single, Non-Redundant
• Supported Media: LTO-9, LTO-8, LTO-7 Ultrium Data Cartridges
• Robotics: Single Picker
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use HPE LTO-9 Ultrium data cartridges. This library is ideal for environments with growing data needs, offering easy scalability by adding a second drive.