HP STORAGEWORKS MSL4048 User Manual

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HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library

HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape LibraryHP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library

Overview

The HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library offers the maximum amount of storage into the minimum amount of space with 38.4 TB of compressed storage capacity in only a 4U form factor. Perfect for small to medium business, unattended workgroup backup and restore, or remote offices, the MSL4048 is easily managed from across the room or across the globe with a browser-based remote management interface reducing dependencies on local IT staff.

The MSL4048 Tape Library offers a broad choice of LTO tape drives including one or two HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 Tape Drives, one or two Ultrium 960 Fibre Channel Tape Drives, or up to four HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drives. Easily manage your media with standard bar code reader, user configurable load port, and four 12-slot removable magazines. All MSL4048 Tape Library units arrive rack-ready for quick installation in a standard 19" rack but can be converted to a tabletop configuration with a conversion kit. Also, all MSL4048 Tape Library systems and associated kits are RoHS compliant.

What's New

What's NewWhat's New

Key Features

Key FeaturesKey Features

The HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library is now available with up to four Ultrium920 Drives

Exceptional storage density with up to 38.4 TB of compressed capacity in 4U (48 slots) Easy-to-use Web-based GUI Tool-free drive upgrades Supported with EBS for extensive compatibility testing Supported with L&TT: the most comprehensive diagnostic tool in the industry One or two Ultrium 960 SCSI or FC tape drives One to four Ultrium 448 tape drives One to four Ultrium 920 tape drives Four 12-slot removable magazines with load port Integrated bar code reader Broad HP Service & Support Offerings Rack ready, or table top configurations Factory rackable with other HP products

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Overview

Customer benefits

Customer benefitsCustomer benefits

Family Comparison

Family ComparisonFamily Comparison

Drive Technology

Drive TechnologyDrive Technology Number of Drives

Number of Drives

Number of DrivesNumber of Drives Capacity

Capacity

CapacityCapacity

NOTE:

compressed

NOTE:NOTE: capacity assumes 2:1 compression

Maximum Data Transfer

Maximum Data TransferMaximum Data Transfer (native)

(native)

(native)(native) Maximum Data Transfer

Maximum Data Transfer

Maximum Data TransferMaximum Data Transfer (compressed)

(compressed)

(compressed)(compressed)

NOTE:

assumes 2:1

NOTE:NOTE: compression

Interface

InterfaceInterface

Automates data protection tasks to leave more time for other business issues Provides 38.4 TB of compressed storage capacity in a 4U form factor saving valuable rack space Hot swap drives make upgrading or replacing a drive quick and easy. Simply power down current drive and remove from the library. Insert new drive and power up from the front panel or remote management interface. Reduce installation time with rack-ready units Choose from a range of libraries, tape drives, and interfaces to best suit your needs Manage the library from across the room or across the globe with browser-based remote management interface Increase capacity and performance easily with tool-free drive upgrades Single cartridge or bulk loading of media with removable magazines and user configurable load port. Extensive compatibility testing to ensure the MSL4048 works with industry-leading servers, operating systems and backup software.

MSL4048 Ultrium 960

MSL4048 Ultrium 960MSL4048 Ultrium 960

FC Tape Library

FC Tape LibraryFC Tape Library

Ultrium 960 FC

19.2 TB (native)

38.4 TB (compressed)

288 GB/hr ( one drive) 576 GB/hr (two drives)

576 GB/hr (one drive)

1.1 TB / hr (two drives)

4 Gb Native Fibre

Channel

MSL4048 Ultrium 960

MSL4048 Ultrium 960MSL4048 Ultrium 960

Tape Library

Tape LibraryTape Library

Ultrium 960 Ultrium 920 Ultrium 448

1 or 2 1 or 2

19.2 TB (native)

38.4 TB (compressed)

288 GB/hr ( one drive) 576 GB/hr (two drives)

576 GB/hr (one drive)

1.1 TB / hr (two drives)

Ultra320 SCSI LVD/SE Ultra320 SCSI LVD/SE Ultra160 SCSI LVD/SE

HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library

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MSL4048 Ultrium 920

MSL4048 Ultrium 920MSL4048 Ultrium 920

Tape Library

Tape LibraryTape Library

1 to 4 1 to 4

19.2 TB (native)

38.4 TB (compressed)

216 GB/hr (one drive)

864 GB/hr (four drives)

432 GB/hr (one drive)

1.7 TB / hr (four drives)

MSL4048 Ultrium 448

MSL4048 Ultrium 448MSL4048 Ultrium 448

Tape Library

Tape LibraryTape Library

9.6 TB (native)

19.2 TB (compressed)

86.4 GB/hr (one drive)

345.6 GB/hr (four drives)

172.8 GB/hr (one drive)

691.2 GB / hr (four drives)

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Capacity

CapacityCapacity

Manageability

ManageabilityManageability

The MSL4048 Tape Library offers different capacity points in a compact 4U form factor:

The MSL4048 1 Ultrium 960/920 Drive Library supports 48 data cartridges for a total capacity of

38.4 TB (compressed). The MSL4048 1 to 4 Ultrium 448 Drive Library supports 48 data cartridges for a total capacity of 19.2 TB (compressed).

The MSL4048 Tape Library allows web-based remote manageability; the unit can be monitored and managed from across the room or across the globe. Functions included in the management tool include:

Status information on the drive and system System configuration operations and reporting System error and status logs Library and drive firmware upload capabilities Diagnostic tests and information Cartridge movement for maintenance and management purposes Cleaning cartridge support Security and access control SNMP support for IP communications

HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library

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Easy Installation

Easy InstallationEasy Installation

Serviceability

ServiceabilityServiceability

LTO Ultrium Technology

LTO Ultrium TechnologyLTO Ultrium Technology

Data Rate Matching

Data Rate MatchingData Rate Matching

The MSL4048 Tape Library is shipped as a rack-ready unit. The rack mount hardware included with the library allows installation in a variety of HP racks which include the 10000 series, 9000 series, 5000 series or System/E racks.

Modular in design , the MSL4048 Tape Library has easily replaceable components minimizing the Mean-Time-to-Repair on the unit. Replaceable components include the tape drive, the magazines, and the chassis,robot,power supply, controller board. HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools (L&TT) provides eay access to the MSL4048 error log, generates support tickets, and enables firmware downloads. L&TT can be downloaded for free at

HP StorageWorks LTO (Linear Tape Open) Ultrium Tape Drives use best of breed technology. By taking the best features from other tape technologies and combining them into a single new technology, Ultrium tape drives are in a league of their own. LTO technology is an open industry standard format; thus data written on HP StorageWorks Ultrium Tape Drives can be interchanged directly with Ultrium Tape Drives from other vendors.

Data Rate Matching combines sophisticated buffer management with HP's exclusive Infinitely Variable Adaptive Tape Speed technology, to allow the tape drive to match its transfer rate to the host speed dynamically and continuously across the whole range of transfer rates. This feature ensures that the tape drive continues to stream data regardless of the environment, and brings two big advantages:

It optimizes backup performance, regardless of the speed of the host or the network It minimizes rewinding and repositioning of the tape, reducing wear and increasing reliability

http://www.hp.com/support/tapetools

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HP Ultrium WORM

HP Ultrium WORMHP Ultrium WORM

Critical to the success of data retention policies in highly regulated environments is the ability to store and manage data in an unalterable state. Following stringent guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies such as the SEC and HIPPA, IT organizations must now integrate new solutions and policies that can verify the integrity of stored data for periods that can extend well beyond seven years. The Ultrium 960 and 920 tape drives features the ability to archive and store data in a non-rewriteable format that meets the most stringent regulatory guidelines. Using a combination of integrated fail-safe features in the drive firmware, cartridge memory, and tape formatting, the Ultrium 960 and 920 can archive large amounts of data for periods of up to 30 years in a secure, untampered state. Since all Ultrium 960 and 920 tape drives include support for both rewritable and WORM media, IT organizations can now easily integrate a secure, long-term archiving solution into their current data protection strategy. As compared to other technologies that feature support for WORM storage, the Ultrium 960 and 920 offers the advantages of:

A single drive to support all backup and archiving needs Two distinctive tape cartridges to easily distinguish and manage both rewriteable and WORM data cartridges A specially designed WORM data cartridge with multiple integrated fail-safe features to prevent accidental or intentional overwriting of data High-capacity, low-cost HP WORM media that can store 800GB of data on a single data cartridge Support from many backup and archiving software vendors, providing the most comprehensive and mainstream support in the industry The LTO open standard that offers greater choice and compatibility across all third-generation Ultrium products

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HP StorageWorks Library

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and Tape Tools

and Tape Toolsand Tape Tools

NOTE:

While all HP Ultrium 960 tape drives support LTO Ultrium WORM media, some third-generation

NOTE:NOTE: LTO Ultrium tape drives from other manufacturers may not include read and write support for LTO Ultrium WORM media. For non-HP third-generation LTO Ultrium tape drives, please check the manufacturers' specifications to ensure this support is provided if you are using your WORM media. If WORM support is not provided, the drive will eject the WORM tape cartridge immediately upon insertion into to the tape drive.

The MSL4048 Tape Library is supported on HP's industry-leading diagnostic tool - HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools (L&TT). L&TT is a single, convenient program that's a snap to install and simple to operate. L&TT's intuitive user interface eliminates the need for training and deploys in less than five minutes. This robust diagnostic tool is designed for both the experienced professional and the untrained administrator. It ensures product integrity through self-diagnostics and fast resolution to device concerns. Additional information on L&TT plus download information can be found at

http://www.hp.com/support/tapetools

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HP Storage Media

HP Storage MediaHP Storage Media

Factory Express Portfolio

Factory Express PortfolioFactory Express Portfolio for Servers and Storage

for Servers and Storage

for Servers and Storagefor Servers and Storage

HP recommends that you use HP-branded cartridges in the MSL4048 Tape Library to assure the highest level of protection for your valuable data. The test program for HP media is the most thorough and comprehensive in the industry.

All HP cartridges must satisfy an exhaustive battery of additional tests that relate directly to real life situations, where real data and real businesses are at stake. The benefit of the HP brand specification for media is consistent quality. Through the testing of thousands of HP drives and HP cartridges, the ideal formulation for backup performance is defined and then continuously monitored. This hugely resourceintensive process is unique to HP and affords deep insight into the HP+HP backup solution for a wide range of environments and duty cycles. Your best choice for ease of support and maximum dependability is to use HP-branded Ultrium cartridges at all times.

HP Factory Express offers configuration, customization, integration and deployment services for HP servers and storage products. Customers can choose how their factory solutions are built, tested, integrated, shipped and deployed. Customization must comply with all relevant product specifications and factory supported configurations. Factory Express offers service packages for simple configuration, racking, installation, complex configuration and design services as well as individual factory services, such as image loading, asset tagging, and custom packaging. HP products supported through Factory Express include a wide array of servers and storage: HP Integrity, HP ProLiant, HP ProLiant Server Blades, HP BladeSystem, and HP 9000 servers as well as MSA, VA7xxx, EVA, and XP disk arrays, rackable tape libraries and configurable network switches. Type of service support varies by platform and product family. For more information on Factory Express services for your specific server model or storage device please contact your sales representative or go to

http://www.hp.com/go/factory-express

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