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The HPE Storage MSL3040 Tape Library is a scalable, modular data protection solution designed for small to mid-sized environments. It starts with a fully functional 3U base unit that can be equipped with up to three drives and operates as a compact yet powerful backup and archival system. From there, it can scale up to 48U with expansion modules, supporting up to 640 cartridges and 48 half-height LTO tape drives for up to 28.8 PB of compressed storage using LTO-9. Ideal for long-term backup and archiving, it offers data encryption, MSL Vault Partition, multifactor authentication (MFA), and a physical air gap. The HPE Storage MSL3040 Tape Library delivers reliable, secure, and cost-effective storage, making it an excellent choice for businesses needing secure, scalable, and low-cost data retention.
What is new supporting point:
MFA enables organizations to enforce two-factor identity verification before library access is granted.
The HPE Smart Choice purchase program includes the popular MSL3040 library featured with LTO-9 FC or SAS interfaces that can be quickly quoted and shipped through HPE authorized partners.
HPE Storage MSL vault partition maintains secure storage area inside the library, isolated from drives and invisible to applications, preventing any intentional or accidental access.
| Performance | |
| Product type | Storage auto loader & library |
| Media type | Tape Cartridge |
| Interface | FC |
| Data storage type | LTO |
| Compression ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Form factor | 3U |
| Standard interfaces | Fibre Channel |
| Storage media types supported | LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8 |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Number of slots (min) | 40 |
| Number of slots (max) | 640 |
| Compatible products | See HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge at https://h20272.www2.hpe.com/SPOCK/ |
| Storage | |
| Native capacity | 840 TB |
| Data transmission | |
| Sustained data transfer rate (native) | 300 MB/s |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 133 mm |
| Depth | 482 mm |
| Other features | |
| Chassis type | 3U per module to a maximum of 48U |
| Host interface | 8 GB/s Fibre Channel 6 GB/s SAS (LTO-7, LTO-8) 12 GB/s SAS (LTO-9) |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84719000 |
| Warranty | |
| Base Warranty | Non Non |