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MAGAZINE ULTRIUM FOR MSL4048 LEFT PL=3C
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AG330A Overview
AG330A is a high-performance SAN storage system featuring a 12-bay design that supports SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD drive types. With a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB, it delivers flexible RAID configurations including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 for optimal data protection and performance.
AG330A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of ECC DDR4 memory pre-installed, expandable up to 64 GB. It offers versatile connectivity with USB 3.2 ports, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel interfaces, while featuring network support via 10GbE and 4 LAN ports. Designed for use in SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server environments, the system also provides expansion support, redundant cooling with fan modules, and a redundant 750W power supply.
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AG330A Specifications
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
- Height
- 3 inches
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- LAN Ports
- 4
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- Product Name
- AG330A Enterprise Storage System
AG330A Use Case
High-Volume Enterprise Backup with AG330A-MAGAZINE ULTRIUM for MSL4048
In a global financial services firm processing 5 PB of transactional data monthly, the AG330A-MAGAZINE ULTRIUM for MSL4048 LEFT PL=3C seamlessly automates tape rotations within HPE MSL4048 libraries. This integration delivers accelerated load/unload times and AES-256 encryption, ensuring complete data integrity, reducing backup windows by 35%, and meeting SOX and GDPR compliance requirements for rapid restores and audit readiness.
HIPAA-Compliant Long-Term Archiving in Healthcare
A regional hospital network uses the AG330A-MAGAZINE ULTRIUM for MSL4048 LEFT PL=3C to store multi-year patient records and imaging studies in its existing HPE tape library. The solution provides reliable, off-site tape duplication, automated inventory tracking, and WORM support, enabling healthcare IT teams to enforce HIPAA retention policies, reduce on-premises storage costs by 50%, and guarantee secure, tamper-evident archives for audits.
Media Asset Preservation for Post-Production Workflows
A film production studio integrates AG330A-MAGAZINE ULTRIUM for MSL4048 LEFT PL=3C with its HPE MSL4048 library to archive 4K/8K raw footage and project files. Automated magazine swaps and high-density capacity streamline tape handling, while LTFS compatibility accelerates file retrieval. This approach cuts on-tape management labor by 60%, ensures professional-grade asset security, and supports rapid content restores for global distribution pipelines.
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Product Comparison Table 
| AG330A |  Q2078AC |  BL544B |  Q2078W |  C7972AN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | NAS | NAS | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 12-bay | 24-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 512 TB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 350W | 500W | 350W | 350W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | AG330A Enterprise Storage System | Q2078AC SAN Storage System | BL544B | Q2078W Enterprise NAS | C7972AN |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 2 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28.7 inches | 24 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 40 lbs | 35 lbs | 30 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Anila Rahman
4
Installation was simple with no tools needed.
M
Morten Skov
5
Matches original hardware quality.
Z
Zeeshan Younis
4
No operational issues after replacement.
G
Gregory Shaw
5
Good spare to keep on hand.
Questions & Answers
What is the AG330A Magazine Ultrium for MSL4048 Left PL=3C?
The AG330A Magazine Ultrium is a left-side, hot-swappable cartridge magazine designed exclusively for the HPE MSL4048 tape library, facilitating organized storage of Ultrium LTO cartridges.
How many Ultrium tape cartridges does the AG330A magazine hold?
It holds up to 12 industry-standard LTO Ultrium cartridges per magazine.
Which LTO Ultrium generations are supported by this magazine?
The magazine supports all industry-standard LTO Ultrium formats, including LTO-1 through LTO-9.
Is the AG330A magazine hot-swappable in the MSL4048 library?
Yes. You can install or remove the magazine without powering down the HPE MSL4048 tape library.
How do I install the AG330A Ultrium magazine in my MSL4048?
Align the magazine with the left-side bay rail, slide it in until it clicks, and verify the green status LED on the library’s front panel.
Can I use the AG330A magazine on the right side of the MSL4048?
No. The AG330A is engineered specifically for the left-side magazine bay of the MSL4048.
What are the physical dimensions of the AG330A magazine?
The magazine measures approximately 436 mm (L) × 65 mm (W) × 230 mm (H).
What is the weight of the AG330A Ultrium magazine?
The empty magazine weighs approximately 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). When fully loaded, weight will vary by cartridge model.
What material is the AG330A cartridge magazine constructed from?
It’s molded from antistatic, impact-resistant polymer to protect tape cartridges and minimize ESD risk.
What operating temperature range does the AG330A magazine support?
The magazine supports an operating range of 10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F).
How should I clean and maintain the AG330A magazine?
Wipe the exterior with a lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol, and store cartridges in a dust-free environment.
What warranty covers the AG330A Magazine Ultrium?
It is covered by HPE’s one-year limited hardware warranty under the MSL4048 service policy.
Is HPE support available for this magazine?
Yes. HPE Care Pack services and technical support are available when the magazine is used with a valid MSL4048 maintenance contract.
How do I order a replacement AG330A magazine?
Contact your authorized HPE reseller or log into the HPE Parts Store and order using SKU AG330A.
Can the AG330A magazine be used with other HPE tape libraries?
No. The AG330A magazine is designed solely for the HPE MSL4048 tape library family.