HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Tape Drive SAS (R1R75A)

Product Description

The HPE StoreEver MSL 1/8 G2 0-drive Tape Autoloader (MPN: 716174, part number R1R75A) is a rack-mountable tape automation system designed for entry-level enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and archival workflows. This 0-drive base unit supports LTO Ultrium drives of various generations, including LTO-5 through LTO-8, enabling scalable capacity growth for SMB and mid-range data centers. The device is delivered without a pre-installed drive, allowing integrators to configure it with the appropriate half-height LTO tape drive for specific backup requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Device Type: Internal rack-mount tape autoloader
• Recording Technology: LTO-8 (compatible with LTO-7, LTO-6, LTO-5)
• Media Format: Rewritable tape media
• Compressed Capacity per Cartridge: 240,000 GB (240 TB)
• Built-in Encryption: Yes
• Color: Black
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 44 x 809 mm

Design Features

• 1U rack-mount form factor (44 mm height) optimizes space utilization in standard 19-inch server racks
• 0-drive configuration provides flexibility for installing an LTO drive of the user’s choice
• Integrated encryption support secures backup data at rest without additional hardware
• Compatible with the full MSL StoreEver family, including MSL2024 tape libraries, for unified management
• Front-loading media slots enable straightforward cartridge handling and operator access

Application Area

This autoloader is deployed in enterprise and mid-sized data center environments across Poland and CEE for automated nightly backups, long-term archival storage, and regulatory compliance data retention. Its LTO-8 compatibility supports high-density backup of virtualized servers, databases, and file servers in organizations requiring cost-effective, offline storage. The 0-drive design suits IT resellers and system integrators building customized tape solutions for financial, manufacturing, and public sector clients in the region.