Hp Msl2024, Msl4048, And Msl8096 Tape Libraries And 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader; For More Information; Important Tips - HP P2000 Deployment Manual

HP MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries and 1/8 G2 Tape
Autoloader
The HP MSL2024, MSL4048, 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, and MSL8096 Libraries can be partitioned into
multiple logical libraries for optimal configuration flexibility in a shared 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:
HP Enterprise Backup Solutions website:
HP Library and Tape Tools website:
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
MSL8096 Tape Library getting started, or HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader getting
started—Includes overview information about the tape library and its installation and
configuration procedures.
HP MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide and HP 1/8
G2 Tape Autoloader user and service guide—Includes detailed hardware reference,
maintenance, and service information.

Important tips

Switch-port zone groups must be created and assigned to server bays to grant access to the
tape library.
For more information about configuration guidelines, see the EBS Design Guide.
SAS tape libraries must be connected to a port on the HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch (they cannot
be connected to a SAS port on an external SAS storage enclosure).
http://www.hp.com/go/automation
http://www.hp.com/go/ebs
http://www.hp.com/support/tapetools

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