HP StoreEver MSL2024 User instructions

Are your ever expanding data storage, protection and retention needs getting out of hand?
The HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library is the gold standard for mid-range tape automation, delivering best-in-class scalability,
density, and performance to meet your short-term backup and disaster recovery data protection needs, as well as long-term archival
requirements. Keep pace with data growth by seamlessly scaling up to 7 modules-without disrupting daily data protection. You also
save expensive space, as the MSL6480 provides the highest tape drive density per module of any mid-range tape library.
The MSL6480 Tape Library reduces the time and resources needed to achieve enterprise-class manageability, equipping you with
proactive monitoring on single pane of glass control. Competitively priced, the MSL6480 Tape Library offers an outstanding return on
your storage investment.
HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library
Industry leading scalability - from an 80-slot Base Library Module to 560 slots in a
42U Rack with the addition of up to 6 Expansion Modules
What's New
HP StoreEver MSL6480 now supporting HP Enterprise Secure Key Manager (ESKM).
Protect against connectivity failover through Control Path and Data Path failover now on the MSL6480.
Increase library uptime by providing library LUN control failover and drive port to port failover
Tape Library.
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Key Features Setting the gold standard for mid-range library scalability - pay as you grow with the fast, non-
disruptive addition of Expansion Modules
Start with an 80-slot 6U form-factor Base Library Module, and add up to 6 Expansion Library
Modules for a total of 560 slots in a 42U form factor
In-box capacity scaling from 80 to 560 cartridge slots, 240 TB to 3.5 PBs *
Performance scaling from 1 to 42 LTO HH Tape Drives for a max throughput of 60.4 TB/hour* or
select 1-21 LTO FH Tape Drives.
Industry leading storage density to save rack space, floor space, power, cooling and management
costs - 13 cartridge slots (81 TB) per 1U of rack space
Best in class flexibility with up to 20 partitions
Customer installable, scalable and serviceable with a color touch control panel and wizards for
installation and configuration
Intelligent, proactive and predictive reporting with HP StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced
Manage multiple HP Tape Libraries from a single pane of glass with HP StoreEver CommandView
Tape Library software
Native drive data encryption with the simplest, lowest cost encryption and key management
solution available - no ISV support needed
Existing customers of MSL2024, 4048, 8048 and 8096 Tape Libraries can repurpose their drive
canisters in the new MSL6480 to leverage their investment
HPs extensive interoperability testing means that MSL6480 integrates with industry-leading
servers, operating systems and backup software
Achieve higher levels of availability with data path failover and control path failover.
Designed to integrate easily with HP Converged Infrastructure including HP StoreOnce and HP
StoreAll disk based retention platforms.
*Assumes fully populated and expanded MSL6480 Tape Library with LTO-6 at 2.5:1 compression
Family Comparison MSL2024 MSL4048 MSL6480
Drive Technology Supported LTO-6 Ultrium 6250
LTO-5 Ultrium 3000, 3280
LTO-4 Ultrium 1840, 1760
LTO-6 Ultrium 6250
LTO-5 Ultrium 3000, 3280
LTO-4 Ultrium 1840, 1760
LTO-6 Ultrium 6250
LTO-5 Ultrium 3000, 3280
LTO-4 Ultrium 1840, 1760
Maximum Number of Drives 2 4 42 HH
21 FH
LTO-6 Maximum Capacity
(2.5:1 compression)
LTO-5/LTO-4
150 TB (LTO-6) 300 TB (LTO-6) 3.5 PB (LTO-6, 560 slots)
500 TB (LTO-6, 80 slots)
Maximum Capacity
(2:1 compression)
72 TB (LTO-5)
38.4 TB (LTO-4)
144 TB (LTO-5)
76.8 TB (LTO-4)
1.68 PB (LTO-5, 560 slots)
240 TB (LTO-5, 80 slots
Maximum Data Transfer
(2.5:1 compression)
2.8 TB/hr (two 6250) 4.8 TB/hr (four 6250) 60.4 TB/hr (42x 6250)
Maximum Data Transfer
(2:1 compression)
2 TB/hr (two 3000)
1.1 TB/hr (two 1760)
4.0 TB/hr (four 3000) 42.0 TB/hr (42 x 3000)
Drive Interface 8 Gb Native Fibre Channel
(LTO 6, 5)
4 Gb Native Fibre Channel
(LTO 4, 3)
6 Gb/sec SAS (LTO 6, 5)
3 Gb/sec SAS (LTO , 4)
8 Gb Native Fibre Channel
(LTO 6, 5)
4 Gb Native Fibre Channel
(LTO 4, 3)
6 Gb/sec SAS (LTO 6, 5)
3 Gb/sec SAS (LTO 4)
8 Gb Native Fibre Channel
(LTO 6, 5)
4 Gb Native Fibre Channel (LTO-
4)
6 Gb/sec SAS (LTO 6, 5)
3 Gb/sec SAS (LTO-4)
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Scalability Keep pace with data growth across the lifecycle with the MSL6480's industry leading scalability.
Effortlessly address both short-term and long-term storage capacity and performance needs and respond
to unpredictable data growth, variance in service, or changes to backup window and retention period.
Scale-out architecture allows you to pay as you grow - simply add in new modules to boost capacity and
performance without investing in a whole new library.
The unique modular design of the MSL6480 includes a continuous robotics feature to provide in-box
scaling for higher performance, greater scalability, and higher reliability. Upgrades are fast and non-
disruptive. Scale vertically from 80 to 560 cartridge slots to store up to 3.5 PB* in a single 19-inch rack.
Several drive options are available
Half Height Drives: add in between 1 and 42x HP StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250, LTO-5 Ultrium 3000
or LTO-4 Ultrium 1780 half-height SAS or FC drives for speeds of up to 60.4 TB/hour
Full Height Drives: add in between 1 and 21x HP StoreEver LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 FC or LTO-4 Ultrium
1840 FC tape drives for speeds up to 30.2 TB/hour.
Any mixture of HH or FH drives in the same library
Scaling up with the MSL6480 couldn't be easier:
Start with an empty Base Library and standard redundant power supplies.
Add between 1 and 6 LTO-5 or LTO-6 half-height tape drives or 1 to 3 LTO-5 or LTO-4 full-height
tape drives, and utilize up to 80 cartridge slots - a fully configured base unit with LTO-6 provides a
max capacity of up to 500 TBs and speeds of up to 8.4 TB/hour (assuming 2.5:1 compression)
Then add between 1 and 6 empty expansion modules to the Base Library - each 6U expansion
module includes standard redundant power supplies. Expansion modules can be flexibly installed
above or below the base library module.
You can then configure each expansion module with up to 6x LTO-6, LTO-5, or LTO-4 half-height
tape drives or 3. LTO-5 or LTO-4 FC tape drives, and utilize up to 80 cartridge slots
*Assumes fully loaded with LTO-6 at a 2.5:1 data compression ratio
Easy Installation Expansion modules are customer-installable; easy to configure and remove. The MSL6480 features a color
touch operator control panel with wizards for installation and configuration.
The MSL Tape Libraries are shipped as a rack-ready unit. The rack mount hardware included with the
library allows installation in a variety of HP racks. For more information on the HP rack offerings, please
see the following URL: http://h18004.ww1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/rackandpower.html
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Manageability The HP StoreEver MSL6480 comes with web-based remote manageability so it can be easily monitored
and managed from across the room or across the globe. Functions included in the management tool
include:
Status information on the drive and system
System configuration operations and reporting
System error and status logs
Library and drive firmware upgrade capabilities
Diagnostic tests and information
Cartridge movement for maintenance and management purposes
Cleaning cartridge support
Security and access control
SNMP support for IP communication
Partitioning and Encryption management
HTTPS capable
IPv6 (Phase 2 and USGv6 certified) and IPv4 network protocol support
HP Command View for
Tape Libraries
HP Command View TL for Tape Libraries aggregates multiple HP tape libraries for centralized
management. It is also the nerve center for TapeAssure data collection and analysis and, importantly it is
able to manage HP ESL G3, ESL E-Series, EML, and MSL tape libraries.
With Command View TL monitor backup logs, check drive status, receive trouble alerts, diagnose
problems, and much more -- through a simple browser interface from anywhere in the world.
Set up and configure your FC or SAS attached tape library in less than two hours with configuration wizards
and graphical interface:
Select from a list of multiple supported libraries to manage
View asset information for the library system
View health summaries for all components of the library system
View library inventory: slots, media, and drives
Search for media by barcode label
View details on drives and robotics, including WWNs, speeds, and connection types
Configure hosts/HBA-to-drive mapping and masking settings with Secure Manager
Automatically discover hosts and HBAs on the SAN or add your own for access control and security
purposes
Upgrade firmware on all library components
Configure SNMP and email trap/event destinations to receive alerts asynchronously
View persistent event logs for the library system
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TapeAssure Advanced The HP MSL6480 is available with HP StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced - complete tape infrastructure
analytics software designed to reduce unscheduled backup downtime, mitigate the risks in hardware
failures and increase the return on investment through higher asset utilization.
HP StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced Software provides an intuitive, easy to use dashboard, and advance
analytics feature for performance, health and utilization related to tape drives and cartridges. TapeAssure
Advanced Software is integrated into HP StoreEver Command View TL Software for single pane of glass
management, monitoring and analytics.
TapeAssure Advanced Software provides a dashboard display with pie charts, live and historical graphs for
performance, health and utilization data, and highlights issues in the tape infrastructure. Advanced
analytics feature makes use of predictive analytics to forecast the likelihood of failures, bottlenecks and
load balancing issues in the tape infrastructure. It has unique capabilities of analytics around drive and
library health and life as well as cartridge health and life. Analysis of drive/tape utilization forecast helps
to plan hardware investments in a better way.
NOTE: HP StoreEver TapeAssure Advanced Software is licensed by tape library; one license is required for
each tape library.
High density storage Save rack space, floor space, and power and cooling costs with industry leading storage density. Offering
13 cartridge slots per 1U of rack space (or up to 81 TBs per 1U of rack space) using LTO-6 drives, the
MSL6480 provides the highest tape drive density per module of any mid-range tape library.
Partitioning The MSL6480 Tape Library can be partitioned for greater flexibility and higher asset utilization.
Partitioning allows each partitioned library to be presented to the host as an independent library, separate
from other partitions in the library. Hosts for each partition own independent sets of media and can use
ISV software that is different from the other partitions allowing maximum flexibility and utilization of the
MSL library.
NOTE: The MSL6480 supports up to 20 partitions.
Proven Reliability With a rating of 2,000,000 robot load/unload cycles, the MSL Tape Libraries provides necessary high
reliability for today's demanding environment. To improve reliability and longevity, all HP Ultrium
products feature Data Rate Matching (DRM). This allows the tape drive to dynamically and continuously
adjust the speed of the drive, to match the speed of the host or network. This increases performance,
reduces mechanical wear on the tape drive and extends tape life.
HP Tape Libraries include redundancy features for high availability. Dual power supplies are standard for
increased system reliability and uptime.
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Longevity Organizations need to be confident that their data in archive is still there when they need it. LTO tape
media is specified with a 30 year shelf life in normal ambient conditions. HP TapeAssure Advanced also
analysis the results of every tape use to ensure the availability of data placed in long-term storage,
archive or DR.
HP StoreOpen with LTFS makes accessing files as easy as disk. Retrieve files from long-term storage
without dependency on backup software or hardware.
Safeguarding data for
Disaster Recovery
The HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library can provide the 'last line of defense' for your data.
Tape is inherently 'offline to threats' - tape's removable media is off-line to the threats from
viruses, hackers and cyber-attacks that online data on disk is susceptible to. It is also a logically
clean copy that won't be accidentally overwritten by mirroring software.
LTO-5 and LTO-6 Ultrium tape drives include hardware based data encryption to prevent
unauthorized access to data at rest.
LTO-5 and LTO-6 cartridges are available with write-once-read-many (WORM) capability to prevent
accidental overwriting of data archived on the tape.
Both WORM and hardware-based data encryption features help organizations with compliance to
increased data security regulations.
High Availability To make the most of your library performance, the MSL6480 offers failover features:
Dual redundant power supplies are included in each module.
Both library LUN control failover and drive port to port failover help support ongoing host and SAN
connectivity under a variety of adverse conditions:
Control Path Failover: reduces host command failures due to SAN issues
Connectivity: Integrated Fibre-channel (FC Bridging)
Configure a Primary and Failover Drive
Partitioning: Control Path Failover can be configured for each partition.
Data Path Failover: reduces read/write issues due to SAN issues
Data Encryption With solutions for the small to medium business through the enterprise, safeguard your data while it's in
the library, after export, and when it is offsite with integrated security features. HP offers two encryption
offerings, a native library-based data encryption and key management capabilities deliver one of the
lowest costs data security solutions and doesn't require ISV support.
Data encryption with HP StoreEver
The HP StoreEver LTO-6, LTO-5 and LTO-4 Ultrium tape drives utilize the Advanced Encryption Standard
(AES) with the longest and most secure keys -- 256 bits - for tape-based data encryption. AES-256
encryption is implemented using the Galois Counter Mode (GCM). This method adds Message
Authentication Codes to ensure the integrity as well as privacy of the backup data stored on tape. The HP
LTO-6, LTO-5 and LTO-4 Ultrium Tape Drives are designed to be compliant with the standard for tape
media security (IEEE 1619.1).
HP StoreEver MSL6480 Library-enabled encryption solution for the small to medium business
The HP MSL6480 offers an encryption solution that includes two USB key server tokens, product
documentation, and firmware support. One encryption kit is needed per library or autoloader.
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How it works:
One USB key server token is installed in the USB port of the library to enable encryption. The token
must remain in the tape library or tape autoloader while encryption is enabled.
The USB key server token generates and stores keys for the LTO-6, LTO-5 or LTO-4 Ultrium drives.
The USB key server token uses a hardware random number generator, a cryptographic module
running on FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated hardware, password authentication, and digital envelopes
for strong encryption keys and security operations.
A second USB key server token is provided in the kit to be used as a backup token which can be
stored in a secure location.
The keys are transferred securely token-to-token for backup or export, with no exposure to
insecure PCs, servers, or networks. An option is also provided to save the token contents to a secure
file.
The most recently added keys on the token are able to be saved to a file to enable you to seed new
tokens with keys from other tokens.
The HP StoreEver MSL Encryption Kit provides a self-contained solution for MSL libraries with additional
software, PCs, or servers required or involved.
HP Enterprise Secure Key Manager (ESKM) for encryption key sharing across the enterprise
HP MSL6480 is integrated with HP's Enterprise Secure Key Manager (ESKM) to provide centralized
encryption key management for HP ESL G3, ESL E-Series, EML & MSL6480 Tape Libraries
Automatic policy-based key generation and management supporting key/cartridge
granularity
ISV transparent key archival and retrieval for multiple libraries
Extensible to emerging open standards
Strong auditable security for encryption keys
Hardened server appliance
Secure identity-based access, administration and logging
Designed for FIPS 140-2 validation
Reliable lifetime key archival
Automatic multi-site clustering, key replication and failover
Comprehensive backup and restore functionality for keys
Redundant device components and active alerts
LTO Ultrium Technology HP LTO (Linear Tape Open) Ultrium Tape Drives use best of breed technology.. Inclusion of innovative
features such as HP Adaptive Tape Speed (ATS) ensure that HP Ultrium drives can meet the performance
and reliability demands of a library environment. LTO technology is an open industry standard format;
thus data written on HP Ultrium Tape Drives can be interchanged directly with Ultrium Tape Drives from
other vendors.
Investment protection HP LTO tape drives and automation products are founded on the LTO open standard and adhere to the
published LTO format roadmap which publishes the roadmap out to generation 8 at 32TB of compressed
capacity per cartridge. With in-built two generation backwards compatibility, LTO customers can be
assured of investment protection.
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Data Rate Matching Data Rate Matching combines sophisticated buffer management with HP's exclusive variable Adaptive
Tape Speed technology, to allow the tape drive to match its transfer rate to the host speed dynamically
and continuously across the wide range of transfer rates. This feature ensures that the tape drive
continues to stream data regardless of the environment, and brings two big advantages:
It optimizes backup performance and maximizes overall efficiency allowing the drive to respond
immediately to any speed changes from the host
It minimizes rewinding and repositioning of the tape, significantly reducing physical wear and
increasing reliability
It minimizes the power requirements for the drive by reducing the number of repositions needed
LTO Ultrium Tape Drive ATS data transfer rate range (native)
HP LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 54 to 160 MB/s
HP LTO-5 Ultrium 3280/3000 47 to 140 MB/s
HP LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 40 to 120 MB/s
HP LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 35 to 80 MB/s
HP Ultrium WORM Critical to the success of data retention policies in highly regulated environments is the ability to store and
manage data in an unalterable state. Following stringent guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies such
as the SEC and HIPPA, IT organizations must now integrate new solutions and policies that can verify the
integrity of stored data for periods that can extend well beyond seven years.
LTO-6, LTO-5, LTO-4 Ultrium and LTO-3 Ultrium tape drives features the ability to archive and store data in
a non-rewriteable format that meets the most stringent regulatory guidelines. Using a combination of
integrated fail-safe features in the drive firmware, cartridge memory, and tape formatting, the tape drives
can archive large amounts of data for periods of up to 30 years in a secure, 'untampered' state. Since all
LTO-6, LTO-5, LTO-4 and LTO-3 Ultrium tape drives include support for both rewritable and WORM media,
IT organizations can now easily integrate a secure, long-term archiving solution into their current data
protection strategy. As compared to other technologies that feature support for WORM storage, the tape
drives offer the advantages of:
A single drive to support all backup and archiving needs
Two distinctive tape cartridges to easily distinguish and manage both rewriteable and WORM data
cartridges
A specially designed WORM data cartridge with multiple integrated fail-safe features to prevent
accidental or intentional overwriting of data
Support from many backup and archiving software vendors, providing the most comprehensive and
mainstream support in the industry
The LTO open standard that offers greater choice and compatibility across all third- and fourth-
generation Ultrium products
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HP Data Protector
software
HP Data Protector software automates high performance backup and recovery, from disk or tape, over
unlimited distances, to enable 24x7x365 business continuity and improve IT resource utilization. Data
Protector software responds to the pressure for lower IT costs and greater operational efficiency by
offering acquisition and deployment costs which are 30 - 70 % less than competition. The license model is
very simple and easy to understand, helping to reduce complexity. Extensive scalability and features for
continuous backup and recovery operations enable growth with a single product. A superb solution, no
other software can integrate better with the HP market-leading line of disk and tape family of products, as
well as with other heterogeneous storage infrastructures. As an integral component of the fast-growing
HP software portfolio, which includes storage resource management, archiving, replication, and device
management software, Data Protector software also fully integrates with the HP management solutions,
allowing managing data protection as an essential element of an overall IT service. This solution offers the
unique advantage of being able to source hardware, software, and award winning service offerings from a
single, trusted source.
Data Protector software simplifies the use of complex backup and recovery procedures with the fastest
installation, automated routine tasks, and easy-to-use features. The centralized multi-site management
easily allows implementing multi-site changes, adapting in real time to changing business requirements.
Appropriate for medium and large companies in any industry, Data Protector software is the ideal solution
to reduce IT costs and complexity while remaining reliable and scalable to grow from single server
environments to the largest distributed enterprise infrastructures.
For further information, please visit our web page at: http://www.hp.com/go/dataprotector
Linear Tape File System
(LTFS)
HP LTFS makes tape self-describing, file-based, and easy-to-use, it also provides users with the ability to
use standard file operations on tape media for accessing, managing and sharing files with an interface that
behaves just like a hard disk. In addition, LTFS provides the ability to share data across platforms, as you
would with a USB drive or memory stick. Simply load a tape into the drive, mount it into the file system,
and it becomes visible as a disk. For more information, including user guide, downloads and compatibility,
visit: http://www.hp.com/go/ltfs
HP StoreOpen
Automation
HP StoreOpen Automation is a free downloadable application that extends the LTFS capability to HP
Autoloaders, HP MSL and ESL G3 Tape Libraries. By simply mounting the tape autoloader or library as a file
system, the intuitive HP StoreOpen Automation interface makes it easier to copy, rename, create or move
files. When a cartridge folder is selected for use, that tape is automatically moved to an available tape
drive.
When two drives are present, HP StoreOpen Automation supports tape-to-tape operations. HP StoreOpen
Automation takes advantage of other standard HP Tape Library features including data encryption and HP
TapeAssure.
For more information, including user guide, downloads and compatibility, visit:
http://www.hp.com/go/HPStoreOpen
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HP Storage Media HP recommends that you use HP-branded cartridges in the MSL Tape Libraries to assure the highest level
of protection for your valuable data. The test program for HP media is the most thorough and
comprehensive in the industry.
All HP cartridges must satisfy an exhaustive battery of additional tests that relate directly to real life
situations, where real data and real businesses are at stake. The benefit of the HP brand specification for
media is consistent quality. Through the testing of thousands of HP drives and HP cartridges, the ideal
formulation for backup performance is defined and then continuously monitored. This hugely resource-
intensive process is unique to HP and affords deep insight into the HP+HP backup solution for a wide range
of environments and duty cycles. Your best choice for ease of support and maximum dependability is to
use HP-branded Ultrium cartridges at all times.
HP strongly encourages the use of bar code labels on tapes to track media and ensure optimum library
performance and usability. Correctly labeling your media will allow the library to quickly determine media
and drive compatibility.
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Compatibility HP's extensive compatibility testing program assures that your HP MSL Tape Libraries work with leading
servers, operating systems, and backup applications - and not just those sold by HP. The MSL libraries
work seamlessly in many environments, making them especially suitable if you have a mixed system
environment. For the latest list of servers, workstations, operating systems, and backup software that
support the MSL tape libraries, check the HP Enterprise Backup Solution compatibility matrix at:
http://www.hp.com/go/ebs .
Server Compatibility The MSL Tape Library is supported on a wide range of HP systems. For details of which MSL Libraries work
with which systems, including third-party systems, reference the EBS compatibility matrix at:
http://www.hp.com/go/ebs for the latest hardware compatibility information.
OS Support Reference the EBS compatibility matrix for the most up-to-date OS compatibility information at:
http://www.hp.com/go/ebs .
Software Support Reference the EBS compatibility matrix for the most up-to-date software compatibility information at:
http://www.hp.com/go/ebs .
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Warranty MSL6480: 1-year onsite, next business day.
NOTE: The HP MSL Tape Libraries warranty includes support for Customer Self Repair (CSR). The tape
library cartridges, external cables, drives, magazines (including mailslot), controller board (base and
expansion), OCP module, cosmetics, DC power boards, chassis fan, robotics, chassis (base and expansion)
and power supplies are mandatory customer self-repair parts. This means both the removal and
replacement of the above parts are designed for easy replacement; the on-site warranty does not extend
to these parts. However, customers may request HP Services to replace these replaceable units (RUs) for
an additional charge. Also, customers who purchase an HP Support Agreement have the option to perform
CSR or receive onsite support.
Please refer to HP's Limited Warranty Statement for further details:
http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/warranty.html
Service and Support Services to accelerate time to results
HP Storage Services bring you a rich portfolio of consulting and support services designed to add value to
our core storage products and solutions. We have the know-how and experience to put storage
technology to work for you. We work closely with you as your strategic partner, leveraging our full
services portfolio to make sure that everything works to optimize your enterprise.
Choose from services aligned to our storage product offerings and lifecycle. From mission-critical onsite
services to innovative web-based remote support, you choose the precise level of attention and support
your business demands.
Discover, plan, and design Choose from a rich portfolio of services to make the most of HP StoreEver Storage,, so you can efficiently
and affordably consolidate, manage, and extract value from unstructured data.
Start here to understand your data protection options. Next, develop a methodical plan and design
the optimal HP StoreEver Storage, solution that addresses your unique technology requirements.
HP Backup Recovery Efficiency Analysis - Assessment of how efficiently backup components are being
used as the amount of data to be backed up continues to grow exponentially via analysis intelligence and
a snapshot of your current backup environment. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA3-
8490ENW.pdf
HP Backup Recovery Impact Analysis - Focus placed on service requirements and design as the key to
success for gaining a clear understanding of the role of increasingly diverse data protection strategies.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA4-1175ENW.pdf
HP Backup Recovery Modernization - Initial discovery, interviews, reference architecture design,
proposal content development, vendor grading, and final recommendations carried out so as to require
minimal resources and locations on your part. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA4-
1199ENW.pdf
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Deploy and integrate Implement HP StoreEver Storage, correctly-right from the start-so you can count on reduced risk and
accelerated deployment, while implementing a best-practice configuration from day one. Then move
on to proactively leverage products, tools, and technology to avoid problems and optimize
performance. In this way, you get the most out of your HP StoreEver Storage, investment, as you
keep your staff certified through project-based or residency services.
Installation of HP StoreEver MSL 6480 Tape Library can be done by the customers or optionally by HP.
There are 2 Installation and Start-up services available - one for the base module and a separate one
for the expansion module.
HP Installation and Startup Service for HP StoreEver Storage Systems - Installation and testing of your
hardware and software onsite, including configuration of the storage deployment ( HP Installation and
Startup Service for HP StoreEver ESL, EML, and MSL Tape Libraries data sheet - 5981-7355EN / ENN )
HP Proactive Select - A flexible way to purchase services to fit your environment with an extensive menu
of HP Proactive Select event and technical services, such as onsite firmware upgrades, health checks,
assessments, and education.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA2-3842ENW.pdf
HP Storage Data Migration Services - End-to-end data migration service providing seamless discovery,
assessment, planning, and design, completely customizable to your organization's storage area network
or network attached storage environment and using innovative software to help you migrate to HP
storage quickly and efficiently. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA3-0774ENW.pdf
HP Storage and Data Consultant Residency Service - Strategic augmentation of your current
environment with HP resources who become your trusted advisor to provide answers that are right for
your storage and backup environment.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA3-9481ENW.pdf
Operate and support Choose the right support to maximize uptime, free up your resources, and achieve improved value-as
you get the most out of the existing IT assets while accelerating time-to-revenue.
HP Proactive Care 24x7 - Hardware and software support services designed specifically for your
technology with rapid access to Advanced Solution Center Specialists plus firmware and software
management and best practice advice
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HP Proactive Care Personalized Support - An option-if you have HP Proactive Care- to bring increased
personalization of the Proactive Care support experience through the assignment of an Account Service
Manager (ASM) who provides IT best practice advice to help address IT issues and projects.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA4-3446ENW.pdf
HP Support Plus 24 - Support for environments where proactive help from HP is not required, with 24x7
hardware and software support onsite that includes third-party support with a maximum four-hour onsite
response.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/5981-6638EN.pdf
HP Education Services - Comprehensive training for new, as well as experienced, storage administrators
designed to expand your skills and keep you up to speed with the latest storage and virtualization
technology from HP Storage. http://education.hp.com/curr-storsan.htm
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Optimized Care- delivers
best performance and
stability through
deployment and proactive
management practices
Choose from three levels of operate and support care
HP Proactive Care 24x7-Plus, 20 credits per year
Standard Care -maintains
high level of uptime, along
with expert help to cut the
cost and complexity of
implementation and
support
HP Proactive Care 24x7-Plus, 10 credits per year
Basic Care -Minimum
recommended support
Support Plus 24- Plus, 10 credits per year
Remote
Support Automation
HP Insight Remote Support-Available at no additional cost to all warranty, HP Care Pack Service and
service agreement customers, uses proven technology to deliver secure, reliable 24x7 remote monitoring,
diagnosis and problem resolution.
http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA2-4676ENW.pdf
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/management/insight-remote-support/overview.html
For more information www.hp.com/services/storage
To learn more on HP Storage Services, please contact your HP sales representative or HP Authorized
Channel Partner
HP Care Pack Services are sold by HP and HP Authorized Service Partners:
Services for customers purchasing from HP or an enterprise reseller are quoted using HP order
configuration tools.
Customers purchasing from a commercial reseller can find HP Care Pack Services at
www.hp.com/go/lookuptool
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Step 1 - Base Configuration
HP StoreEver MSL6480 Model description Part Number
HP StoreEver MSL6480 Base Module QU625A
HP StoreEver MSL6480 Expansion Module QU626A
NOTE: The HP MSL6480 Tape Library Base and Expansion Modules are 6U rack
mountable, 80-slot units. They do not contain any tape drives.
Up to 6 HH tape drives or 3 FH tape drives may be added to the Base Module and each
Expansion Module - see below for HP StoreEver LTO-6, LTO-5 and LTO-4 Tape Drive
ordering information.
Kit Contents (for each library):
Two 2.5M PDU Power Cord, C13/C14, 10A
Rack-mount hardware
Getting started poster
Redundant Power Supplies
Module interconnect cable (expansion module only)
Step 2 - Select Generation & Quantity of Ultrium Tape Drives
HP StoreEver LTO-6
Ultrium 6250 FC
Drive Kit
HP StoreEver MSL LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit C0H28A
Kit Contents (for each drive): One HP StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 FC Half-Height
Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to six tape drives - to a
maximum of 42 drives in a fully expanded Library.
HP StoreEver LTO-6
Ultrium 6250 SAS
Drive Kit
HP StoreEver MSL LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit C0H27A
Kit Contents (for each drive): One HP StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 SAS Half-Height
Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to six tape drives - to a
maximum of 42 drives in a fully expanded Library.
HP StoreEver LTO-5
Ultrium 3280 FC
Drive Kit
HP MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit BL535B
Kit Contents (for each drive): One HP StoreEver LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Full-
Height Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to three Full-Height
tape drives - to a maximum of 21 drives in a fully expanded Library
HP StoreEver LTO-5
Ultrium 3000 FC
Drive Kit
HP MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit BL544B
Kit Contents (for each drive):
One HP StoreEver LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 FC Half-Height Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to six tape drives - to a
maximum of 42 drives in a fully expanded Library
HP StoreEver LTO-5
Ultrium 3000 SAS
Drive Kit
HP MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit BL540B
Kit Contents (for each drive): One HP StoreEver LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Half-Height
Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to six tape drives - to a
maximum of 42 drives in a fully expanded Library.
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HP StoreEver LTO-4
Ultrium 1840 FC
Drive Kit
HP StoreEver LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Tape Drive Kit AJ042B
Kit Contents (for each drive): One HP StoreEver LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Full-
Height Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to three tape drives - to
a maximum of 21 Fulll-Height drives in a fully expanded Library.
HP StoreEver LTO-4
Ultrium 1760 SAS
Drive Kit
HP MSL LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit AK383B
Kit Contents (for each drive): One HP StoreEver LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS Half-Height
Tape Drive
NOTE: Each HP MSL6480 Tape Library Module is able to hold up to three tape drives - to
a maximum of 42 Full-Height drives in a fully expanded Library.
Step 3 - Select Software Licenses
Select each option as required with quantities specified:
Software Licenses Quantity Description Part Number
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 Command View TL LTU
Provides management and control through a single pane of glass, while
TapeAssure provides comprehensive summaries and detailed information
about the status, performance, utilization, and health of all tape drives
and tape media. Utilization and performance reporting features allow you
to optimize the use of your HP MSL Tape Libraries and Tape Drives
NOTE: This is a paper license that will be mailed
TC444A
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 Command View TL E-LTU
Provides management and control through a single pane of glass, while
TapeAssure provides comprehensive summaries and detailed information
about the status, performance, utilization, and health of all tape drives
and tape media. Utilization and performance reporting features allow you
to optimize the use of your HP MSL Tape Libraries and Tape Drives
NOTE: This is an electronically delivered License
TC444AAE
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 TapeAssure Advanced LTU
One per library
NOTE: Advanced analytics feature makes use of predictive analytics to
predict the likelihood of failures, bottlenecks and load balancing issues in
the tape infrastructure. It has unique capabilities of analytics around drive
health and life as well as cartridge health and life.
NOTE: One license needed per library and Command View TL must be
installed.
NOTE: This is a paper license that will be mailed.
TC445A
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 TapeAssure Advanced E-LTU
One per library
Advanced analytics feature makes use of predictive analytics to predict
the likelihood of failures, bottlenecks and load balancing issues in the
TC445AAE
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tape infrastructure. It has unique capabilities of analytics around drive
health and life as well as cartridge health and life.
NOTE: One license needed per library and Command View TL must be
installed.
NOTE: This is an electronically delivered License
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 ESKM Encryption LTU
NOTE: the ESKM Encryption License will enable encryption keys to be
received from the HP ESKM for strong data encryption and key
management. One per library is required (regardless of Expansion Module
qty)
NOTE: This is a paper license that will be mailed.
TC469A
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 ESKM Encryption E-LTU
NOTE: the ESKM Encryption License will enable encryption keys to be
received from the HP ESKM. One per library is required (regardless of
Expansion Module qty)
NOTE: This is an electronically delivered License
TC469AAE
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 Control Path Failover LTU
Control path failover uses library and drive firmware to create a new Fibre
Channel path to a drive or robot if the original path is lost. Most
applications recognize the new path and some will automatically retry
commands after the original path is lost. Other applications may require
user intervention to begin using the new path.
NOTE: This is a paper license that will be mailed.
TC359A
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 Control Path Failover E-LTU
Control path failover uses library and drive firmware to create a new Fibre
Channel path to a drive or robot if the original path is lost. Most
applications recognize the new path and some will automatically retry
commands after the original path is lost. Other applications may require
user intervention to begin using the new path.
NOTE: This is an electronically delivered License
TC359AAE
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 Data Path Failover LTU
Control path failover uses library and drive firmware to create a new Fibre
Channel path to a drive or robot if the original path is lost. Most
applications recognize the new path and some will automatically retry
commands after the original path is lost. Other applications may require
user intervention to begin using the new path.
NOTE: This is a paper license that will be mailed.
TC360A
1 each HP StoreEver MSL6480 Data Path Failover E-LTU
Control path failover uses library and drive firmware to create a new Fibre
Channel path to a drive or robot if the original path is lost. Most
applications recognize the new path and some will automatically retry
commands after the original path is lost. Other applications may require
TC360AAE
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user intervention to begin using the new path.
NOTE: This is an electronically delivered License
Step 4 - Select Additional Accessories
Power Cords Quantity Description Part Number
2 each HP C13 - C14 WW 250V 10Amp 2.5m Jumper Cord
NOTE: This cord ships standard with each MSL Tape Library; can be used
to connect the rack-mounted device to PDUs with IEC-320 receptacles.
142257-002
Quantity to
order
Regional Power Cord Options
NOTE: Two PDU cords are shipped with each module (above). If regional
power cords are preferred, order qty (2) per module. One for each power
supply that ships with the library; please select the correct power cord for
your geographical location.
2 per module HP C13 - Nema 5-15P US/CA 110V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF556A
2 per module HP C13 - CEE-VII EU 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF568A
2 per module HP C13 - BS-1363A UK/HK/SG 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF570A
2 per module HP C13 - DK-2.5A DK 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF566A
2 per module HP C13 - SEV 1011 CH 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF565A
2 per module HP C13 - CEI-23-50 IT/CL 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF571A
2 per module HP C13 - SABS-164 ZA 250V 10Amp 2.5m Power Cord AF567A
2 per module HP C13 - CNS-690 TW 110V 13Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF561A
2 per module HP C13 - GB-1002 CN 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF557A
2 per module HP C13 - JIS C8303 JP 100V 12Amp 2.0m Power Cord AF572A
2 per module HP C13 - AS3112-3 AU 250V 10Amp 2.5m Power Cord AF569A
2 per module HP C13 - IRAM -2073 AR 250V 10A 2.5m Power Cord AF558A
2 per module HP C13 - Nema 5-15P TH/PH 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF559A
2 per module HP C13 - KSC- 8305 KR 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF560A
2 per module HP C13 - SI-32 IL 250V 10Amp 1.83m Power Cord AF564A
2 per module HP C13 - IS-1293 IN 240V 6Amp LV 2.0m Power Cord AF562A
WARNING: This product can ONLY be used with an HP approved power cord for your specific geographic
region. Use of a non-HP approved power cord may result in: 1) not meeting individual country specific
safety requirements; 2) insufficient conductor ampacity that could result in overheating with potential
personal injury and/or property damage; and 3) an unapproved power cord could fracture resulting in the
internal contacts being exposed, which potentially could subject the user to a shock hazard. HP disclaims
all liability in the event a non-HP approved power cord is used.
Encryption Kit HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader and MSL Tape Library Encryption Kit
NOTE: The Encryption Kit key server token will generate and retain up to 100 encryption
keys for HP LTO-6, LTO-5 or LTO- 4 Ultrium tape drives in the library. Does not require
support from ISV.
AM495A
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Factory Racking Factory integrate the MSL Tape Libraries with other HP products such as HP ProLiant
Servers
NOTE: #0D1 will appear after the Tape Library part number on the sales order if HP
factory integration is indicated. Only the Control Module and one Expansion Module can
be factory integrated. Expansion module s 2-6 and all tape drives are field installed.
#0D1
Encryption HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader and MSL Tape Library LTO-4 Encryption Kit
NOTE: The Encryption Kit key server token will generate and retain encryption keys for
HP LTO-6, LTO-5 or LTO- 4 Ultrium tape drives in the library. Does not require support
from ISV.
AM495A
HP StoreEver MSL6480 ESKM Encryption LTU
NOTE: the ESKM Encryption License will enable encryption keys to be received from the
HP ESKM for strong data encryption and key management. One per library is required
(regardless of Expansion Module qty)
NOTE: This is a paper license that will be mailed.
TC469A
HP StoreEver MSL6480 ESKM Encryption E-LTU
NOTE: the ESKM Encryption License will enable encryption keys to be received from the
HP ESKM. One per library is required (regardless of Expansion Module qty)
NOTE: This is an electronically delivered License
TC469AAE
FC Host Bus Adapters The MSL Libraries are certified with a number of Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters. For the most current list
of supported FC HBAs, please see the HP Storage EBS (Enterprise Backup Solutions) Compatibility Matrices
document and EBS Design Guide located at: www.hp.com/go/ebs .
For more information on FC HBAs, see Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters at:
http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure/hba.html .
SAS Host Bus Adapters The MSL Libraries are certified with a number of SAS Host Bus Adapters and ProLiant Smart Array
Controllers. For the most current list of supported devices, please see the HP Storage EBS (Enterprise
Backup Solutions) Compatibility Matrices document and EBS Design Guide located at:
www.hp.com/go/ebs .
For more information on HP Smart Array RAID controllers, see Fibre HP Smart Array RAID controllers at:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/arraycontrollers/index.html .
For more information on HP ProLiant (SAS) host bus adapters, see:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/adapters/index.html .
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Slot Expansion Modules HBA/ Controller
Product Number
HP H221 Host Bus Adapter
NOTE: Recommended for ProLiant Gen8 SAS tape automation connect
650931-B21
HP H222 Host Bus Adapter
NOTE: Recommended for ProLiant Gen8 SAS tape automation connect
650926-B21
HP Smart Array P222/512 FBWC 6Gb 1-port Int/1-port Ext SAS Controller
NOTE: for ProLiant Gen8 SAS tape automation connect
631667-B21
HP Smart Array P421/1GB FBWC 6Gb 2-ports Ext SAS Controller
NOTE: for ProLiant Gen8 SAS tape automation connect
631673-B21
HP Smart Array P421/1GB FBWC 6Gb 2-ports Ext SAS Controller
NOTE: for ProLiant Gen8 SAS tape automation connect
631674-B21
HP Smart Array P721m/512 4-ports Ext Mezzanine SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for Gen8 C series blade enclosure tape automation connect.
655636-B21
HP Smart Array P721m/2G FBWC 4-ports Ext Mezzanine SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for Gen8 C series blade enclosure tape automation connect
650072-B21
HP Smart Array P212/ZM 1-ports Int/1-ports Ext PCIe x8 SAS Controller
NOTE: for Proliant G6/G7 SAS tape automation connect. 256MB or larger write cache
recommended for more than two tape drives.
462828-B21
HP Smart Array P212/256 1-ports Int/1-ports Ext PCIe x8 SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for Proliant G6/G7 SAS tape automation connect.
462834-B21
HP Smart Array P411/256 2-ports Ext PCIe x8 SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for Proliant G6/G7 SAS tape automation connect.
462830-B21
HP Smart Array P411/512 BBWC 2-ports Ext PCIe x8 SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for Proliant G6/G7 SAS tape automation connect.
462832-B21
HP Smart Array P711m/1G 6Gb FBWC 4-ports Ext Mezzanine SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for C-series blade enclosure tape automation connect.
513778-B21
HP Smart Array P712m/256 6Gb 2-ports Int/2-ports Ext Mezzanine SAS Controller
NOTE: Recommended for C-series blade enclosure tape automation connect.
488348-B21
HP Smart Array P700m/256 4-ports Ext PCIe x8 SAS Controller
HP Smart Array P700m/512 4-ports Ext PCIe x8 SAS Controller
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