Lifecycle
- Obsolete Date 08-10-2025
- End of support date 28-02-2029
Specifications
- Maximum drives per enclosure 1
- Warranty The warranty for this product consists of a 1-year, next business day on-site, part exchange, limited warranty for the 1/8 Autoloader and its components including drives, plus 9×5 phone support for the duration of the warranty.
- Product dimensions (imperial) 1.7 x 19 x 31.9 in
- Product dimensions (metric) 4.4 x 48.2 x 80.9 cm
- Weight The empty autoloader is: 20.3 lbs Loaded with an LTO-9 drive is: 25.1 lbs Note: this does not include media, only the hardware weights.
- Weight The empty autoloader is: 9.2 kg Loaded with an LTO-9 drive is: 11.4 kg Note: this does not include media, only the hardware weights.
- Encryption capability AES 256-bit
- Transfer rate 1.08 TB/hr (1x LTO-9)
- Capacity 360 TB (LTO-9) compressed 2.5:1
- Form factor 1U
- Host interface 8 Gb/sec Fibre Channel 6 Gb/sec SAS (LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8) 12 Gb/sec SAS (LTO-9)
- Drive type LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 1x drive per autoloader
- Number of cartridge slots 8
- Servers supported See HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge at: https://h20272.www2.hpe.com/SPOCK/index.aspx
Quickspecs
Overview
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’s new
- HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation now supports Multi-factor Authentication (MFA).
- 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.
Features
Exceptional Storage Density, Flexibility, and Protection
360 TB (2.5:1 compression using LTO-9 tape cartridges).
Protect critical business data from the growing threat of ransomware attacks by providing an air-gap that keeps data offline.
Increase capacity and/or performance with tool-free drive upgrade kits.
Safeguard your data both in the library and offsite with a range of encryption offerings. Choose the cost-effective HPE StoreEver MSL Encryption Kit—ideal for small to medium businesses—or take advantage of enterprise-grade security with support for KMIP-compliant encryption key servers.
Easily manage your media in or out of the tape autoloader with a standard barcode reader and removable magazines.
HPE Storage Tape Library Management Software, including HPE CVTL and the licensed feature, HPE StoreEver Autoloader Command View for Tape Libraries – TapeAssure Advanced, offers a user-friendly web-based remote management interface, reducing the need for dedicated IT staff at remote offices.
Easy to Use and Manage
Long term data archiving with a 30-year media shelf life in normal ambient conditions.
Proven Reliability
HPE StoreEver Autoloader Command View for Tape Libraries – TapeAssure Advanced offers an intuitive dashboard and advanced analytics for predictive analysis. It enables proactive monitoring of utilization, operational performance, and the overall health and lifespan of the library, drives, and media.
HPE Storage tape products work with industry-leading servers, operating systems and backup software. See the HPE Storage compatibility matrix for more information: HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge – SPOCK
Compatibility
Improving security has become a critical priority for businesses as ransomware threats continue to escalate. Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of protection by strengthening login credentials and helping prevent unauthorized access to the tape library.
Media
A Hybrid Approach – Next-generation Data Protection and Disaster Recovery
Watch this 451 Research video and listen to Senior Analyst Steven Hill talk about how customers can benefit from next-generation Data Protection and Disaster Recovery with a Hybrid Approach.
HPE StoreEver Tape Storage Solutions
HPE StoreEver tape bundles offer a cost-effective and easy approach to store and manage SMB customer data. Now easy to buy and quick to ship through the HPE Smart Choice purchase program.
A Hybrid Approach – Next-generation Data Protection and Disaster Recovery (Japanese CCs)
Watch this 451 Research video and listen to Senior Analyst Steven Hill talk about how customers can benefit from next-generation Data Protection and Disaster Recovery with a Hybrid Approach.
Compatible products
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- HPE External 4.0m (13ft) Mini-SAS HD 4x to Mini-SAS HD 4x Cable
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- HPE Smart Array P408e-p SR Gen10 (8 External Lanes/4GB Cache) 12G SAS PCIe Plug-in Controller
- HPE 1.83m 10A C13-UL Dom Pwr Cord
- HPE C13 – KSC- 8305 KR 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord
- HPE C13 – CEE-VII EU 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord
- HPE StoreEver MSL2024 Ultrium Left Magazine Kit
- HPE StoreEver MSL Ultrium Right Magazine Kit
- HPE StoreEver 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader Rack Kit
- HPE StoreEver MSL2024 0-drive Tape Library
- HPE StoreEver 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader and MSL Tape Library Encryption Kit
- HPE LTO-5 Ultrium 3TB RW Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-5 Ultrium Non-custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB RW Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB RW Custom Labeled 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB RW Non Custom Labeled 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB BaFe RW Non Custom Labeled Data Cartridges 20 Pack
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB BaFe WORM Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25TB WORM Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15TB RW Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium RW No Case Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15TB Eco Case Data Cartridge 20 Pack
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium RW Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium Non Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium WORM Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium WORM Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack
- HPE Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Basic Exchange MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Basic MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Basic wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Essential MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Essential wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Critical for MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 3 Year Tech Care Critical wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 4 Year Tech Care Basic MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 4 Year Tech Care Basic wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 4 Year Tech Care Essential MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 4 Year Tech Care Essential wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 4 Year Tech Care Critical for MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 4 Year Tech Care Critical wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 5 Year Tech Care Basic MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 5 Year Tech Care Basic wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 5 Year Tech Care Essential MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 5 Year Tech Care Essential wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 5 Year Tech Care Critical for MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 5 Year Tech Care Critical wCDMR MSL G2 AL Service
- HPE 1 Mini SAS HD – 4 Mini SAS FO 2M Cbl
- HPE 1 Mini SAS HD – 4 Mini SAS FO 4
- HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 FC Drive Upgrade Kit
- HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
- HPE LTO-5 Ultrium RW Bar Code Label Pack
- HPE LTO-6 Ultrium RW Bar Code Label Pack
- HPE LTO-7 Ultrium RW Bar Code Label Pack
- HPE LTO-8 30TB RW BAR CODE LABEL PACK
- HPE LTO-9 RW BAR CODE LABEL PACK
- HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30TB RW Data Cartridge
- HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30TB RW Non Custom Labeled Library Pack 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
- HPE LTO-8 30TB WORM DATA CARTRIDGE
- HPE LTO-9 45TB RW DATA CARTRIDGE
- HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Non Custom Labeled 20 Data Cartridges with Cases
- HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 FC Drive Upgrade Kit
- HPE StoreEver MSL LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
- HPE Cablu Server HP Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 fiber 1m Cable
- HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 2m Cable
- HPE Cablu storage Server Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 5mCable
- HPE 1U Autoloader Rack Kit
- HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 30m Cbl
- HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 Fiber 50m Cable
- HPE MSL LTO-9 45000 FC DRV UPG KIT
- HPE Install Autoldr/TapeDrvArray SVC
- HPE StoreEver MSL 2024/4048 Startup SVC
Documents
- Easily archive HPE StoreEasy Storage data to HPE StoreEver tape libraries using HPE StoreEver Archive Manager and HPE Archive Migrator technical white paper
- HPE Storage MSL Entry-level Tape Automation QuickSpecs
- West London College basis future growth on HPE technology
- 7 tips to defend against ransomware attacks
- 7 tips to defend against ransomware attacks
- Protecting Data from Ransomware with HPE StoreOnce Catalyst technical white paper





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