HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SAS BL Switches and External SAS Storage Enclosures

HP MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries and
1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader
The HP MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries and 1/8 G2 Tape
Autoloader provide compact, high-capacity, low-cost solutions for simple, unattended data backup.
The Libraries house 12 tape cartridges for each 1U of height, with easy access to tape cartridges
via removable magazines and one or more mailslots. The Autoloader houses up to eight tape
cartridges in a compact 1U form factor with easy access to tape cartridges via two removable
magazines and a configurable mailslot. The MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096
Libraries can be partitioned into multiple logical libraries for optimal configuration flexibility in a
shared SAS storage environment.
The Libraries and Autoloader are compatible with most operating systems. Tape backup requires
either direct support from the operating system or a compatible backup application to take full
advantage of the many features. To verify compatibility review the Design Guide, or for white
papers and examples, go to http://www.hp.com/go/ebs. The SAS Libraries and Autoloader
support LTO Ultrium tape drives.
For more information
HP Automation website: http://www.hp.com/go/automation
HP Enterprise Backup Solutions website: http://www.hp.com/go/ebs
HP Library and Tape Tools website: http://www.hp.com/support/tapetools
Be sure to read the following documents that are included on the documentation CD shipped with
the Library or Autoloader:
• HP MSL2024 Tape Library getting started, HP MSL4048 Tape Library getting started, HP
MSL8048 and MSL8096 Tape Library getting started, or HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader getting
started—Overview information about the tape library and its installation and configuration
procedures.
• HP MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide
and HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader user and service guide—Detailed hardware reference,
maintenance, and service information.
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