HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2

Brand: HP | Category: Storage Systems

SKU: HP-Q6Q62B | Part #: Q6Q62B | MPN: Q6Q62B

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About the HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2

The HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2 from HP is enterprise-grade Storage Systems hardware built for data centers. Petabyte-scale LTO-9 tape library engineered for ransomware-resilient cold storage, WORM compliance archiving, and air-gapped data protection. Available in brand new condition. Available from Omnixon Global — contact our team to request a quote.

Technical Specifications

BrandHP
CategoryStorage Systems
SKUHP-Q6Q62B
Part NumberQ6Q62B
ConditionNew
Product LineHPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2
Form Factor6U rackmount base module, expandable via 6U expansion modules
Base Slot Count40 cartridge slots (base 6U module)
Maximum Slot Count280 cartridge slots (with expansion modules)
Base Drive Bays2 x LTO-9 half-height drive bays
Maximum Drive Count12 LTO-9 drives (fully expanded configuration)
Supported Drive TechnologyLTO-9 (half-height SAS or Fibre Channel)
Native Capacity per Cartridge18TB (LTO-9)
Compressed Capacity per Cartridge45TB (LTO-9, 2.5:1 compression)
Maximum Native Library Capacity5.04PB (280 slots × 18TB LTO-9)
Maximum Compressed Library Capacity12.6PB (280 slots × 45TB LTO-9, 2.5:1)
Drive InterfaceSAS 6Gb/s or 8Gb Fibre Channel (per drive, factory selectable)
Host Interface (Library Management)Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), dual-port
EncryptionAES-256-bit hardware encryption; KMIP-compliant external key management (HPE ESKM and third-party)
WORM SupportNative LTO-9 WORM media; SEC 17a-4 and FINRA compliant
RoboticsSingle-picker robotic arm with Gen2 enhanced reliability mechanism; redundant I/O station
I/O StationDual active-active I/O station; supports cartridge loading without operational interruption
Power SupplyDual redundant hot-swap power supplies; 100–240V AC auto-ranging
Idle Power ConsumptionApprox. 120W (base module, standby mode — up to 30% reduction vs. Gen1)
Operating Temperature10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Management SoftwareHPE Command View TL (embedded GUI + RESTful API)
ISV CompatibilityVeeam, Commvault, Veritas NetBackup, IBM Spectrum Protect, HPE StoreOpen (LTFS)
Compliance CertificationsSEC 17a-4, FINRA, HIPAA-ready, GDPR-aligned retention support
Operating System CompatibilityWindows Server 2019/2022, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8/9, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, VMware vSphere (VTL mode)
Rack CompatibilityEIA-standard 19-inch rack; ships with rack-mount kit

Frequently Asked Questions about HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2

What does the HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2 do?

the HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2 suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. It is supported by major server platforms.

What are the headline specs of the HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2?

Key specifications for the HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2: new condition; manufacturer HP (Hewlett Packard Enterprise); product line HPE StoreEver MSL3040 Scalable Library Gen2; form factor 6U rackmount base module, expandable via 6U expansion modules; base slot count 40 cartridge slots (base 6U module); maximum slot count 280 cartridge slots (with expansion modules); base drive bays 2 x LTO-9 half-height drive bays. Manufacturer part number Q6Q62B. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.