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This QS has been replaced by 13258 HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries

This QS has been replaced by 13258 HP StorageWorks MSL Tape LibrariesThis QS has been replaced by 13258 HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries

This QS has been replaced by 13258 HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries

The HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library will meet a broad range of demanding data storage needs including unattended

backup, archive and disaster recovery for medium to large businesses, workgroups, or remote offices. The MSL8096 offers up to

153.6 TB of compressed (2:1) storage capacity in an 8U form factor with your choice of LTO-4 or LTO-3 Ultrium Tape Drives. The

library is also available with a wide choice of interfaces including Fibre Channel, SCSI and SAS. A second power supply can be

added for enhanced system up-time. The MSL8096 enables you to easily manage your media both in and out of the library with a

standard bar code reader and eight 12-slot removable magazines. A quarter VGA operator control panel, up to 15 configurable

mail slots and a viewing window with interior illumination enable easy operator interaction with the library. With HP unique web-

based remote management, the MSL8096 is easily operated, configured and managed from across the room, or across the globe.

What's New

What's NewWhat's New

What's New

MSL8096 Libraries pre-configured with four drives are now available.

Two new SAS cables are available for connect to SAS servers.

QuickSpecs

HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library

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HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library

Overview

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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Overview This QS has been replaced by 13258 HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries The HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library will meet a broad range of demanding data storage needs including unattended backup, archive and disaster recovery for medium to large businesses, workgroups, or remote offices. The MSL8096 offers up to 153.6 TB of compressed (2:1) storage capacity in an 8U form factor with your choice of LTO-4 or LTO-3 Ultrium Tape Drives.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Overview Key Features Exceptional storage density with up to 153.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Product Highlights Manageability The MSL8096 Tape Library allows web-based remote manageability; the unit can be monitored and managed from across the room or across the globe.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Product Highlights Encryption The HP Secure Advantage portfolio is expanding to include a new offering intended for data protection in small to medium businesses. The HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 & MSL LTO-4 Encryption Kit provides a library-enabled encryption solution that greatly enhances data privacy, confidentiality, and integrity of your critical business data while supporting compliance requirements.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Product Highlights Data Rate Matching Data Rate Matching combines sophisticated buffer management with HP's exclusive variable Adaptive Tape Speed technology, to allow the tape drive to match its transfer rate to the host speed dynamically and continuously across the wide range of transfer rates.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Product Highlights HP Data Protector Software HP Data Protector Software automates high performance backup and recovery, from disk or tape, over unlimited distances, to enable 24x7 business continuity and improve IT resource utilization. Data Protector Software responds to the pressure for lower IT costs and greater operational efficiency by offering acquisition and deployment costs which are 30 - 70 % less than competition.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Product Highlights Factory Express Portfolio for Servers and Storage 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.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Compatibility HP's extensive compatibility testing program assures that your HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library works with leading servers, operating systems, and backup applications - and not just those sold by HP. The MSL8096 works seamlessly in many environments, making them especially suitable if you have a mixed system environment.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Service and Support, HP Care Pack and Warranty Information Warranty The warranty for this product consists of 1-year onsite, next business day. NOTE: The HP MSL8096 Tape Library warranty includes support for Customer Self Repair (CSR). The tape library cartridges, terminators, external cables, drives, magazines, controller board and power supplies are mandatory customer self repair parts.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Service and Support, HP Care Pack and Warranty Information eSupport HP eSupport is a portfolio of technology-based services that assist you with managing your business environment - from the desktop to the data center. Support Portal The HP support portal provides one-stop access to the information, tools and services you need to manage the daily operations of your IT environment.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Configuration Information NOTE: The HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library comes standard with two drives, and a 96-slot library which is shipped rackready; a racking kit is included in the box. Each library includes a US power cord (C13, 10A) and PDU power cord (C13/C14, 10A). For additional or specific regional power cord requirements, a separate power cord must be ordered.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Configuration Information Step 2 – Additional Options Select each option as required with quantities specified: Power Cord Description Quantity Part Number Power Cord, US, C13, 10A, 1.83m 1 each AF556A NOTE: This cord ships standard with each MSL8096 Tape Library; can be used to connect the rack-mounted device to PDUs with NEMA 5-15R receptacles. PDU Power Cord, C13/C14, 10A, 2.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Related Options Factory Racking Factory integrate the MSL8096 Tape Library with other HP products such as HP ProLiant Servers. NOTE: #0D1 will appear after the MSL8096 Tape Library part number on the sales order if HP factory integration is indicated.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Related Options Encryption HP 1/8 G2 & MSL Tape Library LTO-4 Encryption Kit NOTE: For use with new or installed LTO-4 Ultrium 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloaders and MSL2024/4048/8096 Tape Libraries. The encryption token will generate and retain encryption keys for HP LTO-4 Ultrium tape drives in the autoloader or library.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Related Options Rack Cabinets Media 10622 (22U) Universal Rack Cabinet - Shock Pallet 10636 (36U) Universal Rack Cabinet - Shock Pallet 10636 (36U) Universal Rack Cabinet with extension - Shock Pallet 10642 (42U) Universal Rack Cabinet - Shock Pallet 10642 (42U) Universal Rack Cabinet with extension - Shock Pallet NOTE: The MSL8096 Tape Library is certified to ship in HP 10000 series racks which include a shock pallet.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Related Options HP Care Pack Options Storage Media Kits NOTE: Kit includes 20 data cartridges, one cleaning cartridge, 20 colored labels, a protective carrying case that can be used to securely store or transport data cartridges, one copy of "The Essentials of Successful Tape Backup," and one copy of HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Evaluation Software (60 day free trial).
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Technical Specifications Drive Technology Number of Drives Number of Slots Drive Interface Capacity Maximum Transfer Rate Native Compressed (2:1) Native Compressed (2:1) MSL8096 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 MSL8096 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 MSL8096 LTO-3 Ultrium 960 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 LTO-3 Ultrium 960 2 to 4 2 to 4 2 to 4 96 96 96 4Gb Native Fibre Channel 3Gb/sec SAS 4Gb Native Fibre Channel Ultra320 LVD SCSI Ultra320 LVD SCSI 76.8 TB 76.8 TB 38.
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QuickSpecs HP StorageWorks MSL8096 Tape Library Technical Specifications Temperature Range (wet bulb) Altitude Operating 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C) Shipping -22° to 140° F (-30° to 60° C) NOTE: Library operating temperature limits are based on the industry standard tape limit. Operating 10,000 ft (3048 m) Shipping 35,000 ft (10,675 m) © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.