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301897-B23 - HP MSL5030 2 x LTO-1 Ultrium 230 Drive Rack-mount Tape Library
- Type: Rack-mount Tape Library
- Drives: 2 x LTO-1 Ultrium 230
- Capacity: Scalable, designed for LTO-1 media
- Automation: Robotic tape handling
- Interface: Typically SCSI or SAS (depending on configuration)
- Form Factor: Rack-mountable
- Ideal for SMB backup and archiving needs
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Product Overview
The HP MSL5030 is a rack-mount tape library designed for automated data backup and archiving. It features two LTO-1 Ultrium 230 tape drives, providing a scalable solution for storing and retrieving large volumes of data. This library is suitable for small to medium-sized businesses requiring reliable tape automation.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Library |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | MSL5030 |
Additional Specifications
| Drives | 2 x LTO-1 Ultrium 230 |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount |
| Included Part Number | 301897-B23 |
Product Description
The HP MSL5030 (part number 301897-B23) is a compact, rack-mountable tape library solution designed to automate data backup and archiving processes. It comes equipped with two LTO-1 Ultrium 230 tape drives, offering a robust platform for managing and protecting significant amounts of data. The library's design focuses on providing reliable tape automation, which is essential for efficient data protection strategies in environments where manual tape handling is impractical. This tape library is built to accommodate LTO-1 Ultrium media, which provides a native capacity of up to 100GB per cartridge (200GB compressed). With two drives, it can perform simultaneous backups or utilize drive-level striping for increased performance. The robotic mechanism within the library handles the loading and unloading of tapes, allowing for unattended backups and restores, thereby reducing operational overhead and minimizing the risk of human error. The MSL5030 is an ideal choice for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that require a dependable and scalable tape backup solution. Its rack-mount form factor ensures efficient use of space in server rooms, and its automation capabilities simplify data management, making it a cost-effective way to ensure data security and compliance through reliable, long-term storage.
