HPE Q6Q63A - MSL3040 Scalable Expansion Module
HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Expansion Module
Part#:
Q6Q63A
Manufacturer:
HPE
Excl. VAT: £1,853.91
RRP: £5,657.00
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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:
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.
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.
What is new supporting point:
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.
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.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Media type | Tape Cartridge |
| Form factor | 3U |
| Interface | FC |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Compression ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Compatible products | See HPE Storage Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge at https://h20272.www2.hpe.com/SPOCK/ |
| Data storage type | LTO |
| Product type | Storage auto loader & library |
| Standard interfaces | Fibre Channel |
| Storage media types supported | LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8 |
| Number of slots (min) | 40 |
| Number of slots (max) | 640 |
| Storage | |
| Native capacity | 840 TB |
| Data transmission | |
| Sustained data transfer rate (native) | 300 MB/s |
| Technical details | |
| Width | 133 mm |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Host interface | 8 GB/s Fibre Channel 6 GB/s SAS (LTO-7, LTO-8) 12 GB/s SAS (LTO-9) |
| Depth | 482 mm |
| Compression ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84719000 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Interface | FC |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Form factor | 3U |
| Chassis type | 3U per module to a maximum of 48U |
| Width | 133 mm |
| Depth | 482 mm |
| Design | |
| Form factor | 3U |
| Features | |
| Product type | Storage auto loader & library |
| Other features | |
| Host interface | 8 GB/s Fibre Channel 6 GB/s SAS (LTO-7, LTO-8) 12 GB/s SAS (LTO-9) |
| Chassis type | 3U per module to a maximum of 48U |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84719000 |




















