HPE StoreEver MSL4048 Tape Library
The HPE StoreEver MSL4048 is a 4U enterprise automated tape library providing 48 cartridge slots and up to four half-height or two full-height LTO tape drives. Delivering high capacity, reliable multi-host partitioning, and offline data immutability, the MSL4048 served as a workhorse archival and backup platform for enterprise datacenters before being succeeded by the modular MSL3040 platform.
Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
|---|---|
| Family | StoreEver |
| Form factor | 4U rack tape library |
| Released | Jun 2014 |
| End of sale | Oct 2020 |
| End of support | Oct 2025 |
| Form factor | 4U rack-mount enclosure |
| Cartridge slots | 48 |
| Tape drives | Up to 4 half-height or 2 full-height LTO tape drives |
| Maximum capacity | Up to 1.44PB compressed (with LTO-8) or 2.16PB (with LTO-9) |
| Host interfaces | 8Gb Fibre Channel and 6Gb/12Gb SAS |
| Management | Web GUI remote management and SNMP alerts |
Generations
- Next generation: HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Tape Library
Check compatibility with HPE
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that HPE has tested with the HPE StoreEver MSL4048 Tape Library.
- Compatibility HPE SPOCK (storage, SAN and host compatibility)
- Part lookup HPE PartSurfer (spare and option part numbers)
- Support HPE Support Center
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
Can an MSL4048 mix SAS and Fibre Channel tape drives?
Yes, different drive sleds can be installed in the rear bays, allowing simultaneous attachment to SAS and FC host clusters.
What is the primary maintenance item on the MSL4048 in secondary markets?
Replacement tape drive sleds and robotics picker assemblies, which are easily swapped from the rear or front panels.
Buying or selling StoreEver MSL4048 Tape Library?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.