HP Storageworks 1/8 g2 tape drive autoloader Ultrium 920 448 232 SAS

HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader


Designed for basic data protection, the HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader provides cost-effective, easy-to-install unattended backup. In a rack or on a desktop, it provides up to 6.4 TB of compressed storage capacity in a compact 1U form factor. The 1/8 G2 is equipped with one Ultrium 920, Ultrium 448 or Ultrium 232 Tape Drive and can hold up to eight data cartridges to accommodate a week's worth of backup. In order to easily manage your media, standard features include a bar code reader and two removable 4-slot magazines. Manage the autoloader from across the room or across the globe with the web-based remote management interface. All 1/8 G2 models include HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express, Single Server Edition for Windows/Linux/NetWare.


Key Features
Up to 6.4 TB of compressed storage capacity (2:1) in a 1U form factor
1 drive to 8 slot ratio provides for weekly automated backup
Integrated barcode reader
Removable magazines with single mail slot
Rack or tabletop use
Ultrium 920, Ultrium 448 and Ultrium 232 configurations
Web-based remote management capability
Customer replaceable components
Investment protection as capacity and performance needs change
Complete solution in the box
Customer benefits
Provides an exceptional amount of backup and recovery storage without consuming valuable rack space.
Easily transition from standalone tape to an automated backup solution.
Provides faster inventory times and facilitates tracking of media.
Offers single cartridge or bulk loading of media, as well as providing for bulk storage of media off-site.
Reduce installation time with rack-ready units or install enclosed rubber feet for desktop use.
Flexible tape technology choices to best suit your backup storage needs.
Allows a remote administrator to control, configure, monitor and troubleshoot the device, thus relieving the customer of requiring onsite IT resources.
Modular design of tape library allows for quick repair of unit to reduce product downtime.
Interchange 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader drives into HP StorageWorks MSL2024 or MSL4048 Tape Libraries as performance and capacity needs change.
Includes HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express, Single Server Edition for Windows.

Family Comparison
1/8 G2 Ultrium 920 Tape Autoloader
1/8 G2 Ultrium 448 Tape Autoloader
1/8 G2 Ultrium 232 Tape Autoloader
Drive Technology
Ultrium 920
Ultrium 448
Ultrium 232
Capacity (compressed 2:1)
6.4 TB
3.2 TB
1.6 TB
Maximum Data Transfer (compressed 2:1)
120 MB/s
48 MB/s
32 MB/s
SCSI Interface
Ultra320 SCSI LVD/SE
Ultra160 SCSI LVD/SE
Ultra160 SCSI LVD/SE