Hewlett Packard Enterprise MSL3040 Tape Library with LTO-9 Drives and 28.8 PB Capacity

HPE MSL3040 Tape Library 1x MSL LTO-9 SAS Drive 20x LTO-9 45TB Data Cartridges

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise MSL3040 Tape Library is designed to meet the demands of modern data storage needs with high scalability and reliability. Featuring a rack-mountable form factor, this library offers 40 cartridge slots and supports up to 15 expansion modules, allowing for a total storage capacity of up to 28.8 petabytes. Its modular design enables businesses to start with a smaller setup and expand seamlessly as data requirements grow, providing a cost-effective solution for long-term data management. With the ability to upgrade and reuse existing drives, including LTO-9, LTO-8, and LTO-7, the MSL3040 ensures investment protection and flexibility. The library’s capacity of up to 600 TB per 1U rack space maximizes utilization and minimizes footprint, making it ideal for enterprise environments seeking efficient, scalable storage solutions. The MSL3040 comes equipped with advanced features such as automated partitioning, enabling multiple independent libraries within a single unit, and support for both SAS and Fibre Channel drives for enhanced performance. Its comprehensive management suite, HPE Command View, allows remote configuration, monitoring, and health reporting, thereby reducing human intervention and potential errors. Predictive analytics through TapeAssure Advanced help proactively identify issues before they impact data integrity, while data verification features ensure that stored data remains accessible and uncorrupted. The library supports removable magazines and barcode readers for simplified media management, providing seamless operation whether handling in or out of the library. Designed for enterprise-class reliability, the MSL3040 offers encryption options to secure sensitive data and a limited one-year warranty for peace of mind. Whether used for archival, disaster recovery, or long-term data storage, this tape library delivers robust performance, scalability, and security, making it a strategic asset for data-driven organizations.

Features:

• Supports up to 15 expansion modules, scaling capacity to 28.8 PB

• Supports up to 40 cartridge slots with flexible scalability

• Supports LTO-9, LTO-8, and LTO-7 drives for performance and compatibility

• Maximizes rack space utilization with 600 TB per 1U capacity

• Automated partitioning allows multiple independent libraries within one unit

• Remote management via HPE Command View for comprehensive control and monitoring

• Predictive analytics with TapeAssure Advanced for proactive health and performance tracking

• Data verification features ensure integrity and accessibility of stored data

• Supports removable magazines and barcode readers for efficient media handling

• Encryption options protect sensitive data during storage and transit

• Rack-mountable 3U form factor suitable for enterprise data centers

• Reuses existing drives from other HPE tape libraries for cost savings

• Limited one-year warranty provides additional support and security