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TA739A Overview
TA739A is a NAS featuring a 12-bay design with support for SATA HDD and SATA SSD drive types, delivering a total storage capacity of up to 256 TB. It supports multiple RAID configurations including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, providing robust data protection and performance.
TA739A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory, expandable up to 64 GB. It offers interfaces including USB 3.2 and 10GbE network connectivity, supports expansion options, and is equipped with redundant fan cooling and a redundant 750W power supply, making it ideal for enterprise data centers, virtualization, media servers, and SMB backup solutions.
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TA739A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SATA SSD
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 256 TB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- Yes
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- TA739A Enterprise NAS
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28.0 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
TA739A Use Case
Enterprise Backup Scalability & Disaster Recovery
In a global enterprise data center, IT teams deploy the TA739A-HP MSL8048 Library 48‒to‒96 Slot Upgrade LTU to double tape capacity without expanding rack space. This upgrade streamlines nightly backups, accelerates tape restores during outages, and accommodates multi-petabyte growth. Outcome: 50% faster disaster recovery RTO, zero additional footprint, and 2× tape retention for uninterrupted business continuity.
Regulatory Compliance & Long-Term Archival
A financial services firm integrates the TA739A-HP MSL8048 LTU to automate migration of cold data from disk to tape, achieving 96 encrypted media slots for immutable, off-site archives. The solution aligns with SEC, GDPR, and SOX mandates by providing verifiable retention and tamper-proof storage. Outcome: 100% audit readiness, 60% reduction in storage TCO, and secure 7-year compliance retention.
Media & Entertainment High-Volume Asset Management
A post-production studio handling 1PB of raw footage monthly upgrades to the TA739A-HP MSL8048 96-slot library for automated LTO-8 tape archiving directly from editing suites. This configuration supports high-throughput ingest, tiered storage workflows, and seamless content retrieval. Outcome: 5× faster archive workflows, 70% lower on-prem NAS costs, and reliable offline preservation of digital assets.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| TA739A |  AH199A |  Q2012A |  Q2042A |  EH848B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | NAS | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 8-bay | 24-bay | 12-bay | 16-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SATA SSD | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 256 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 256 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 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | 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 | 4 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 750W | 350W | 500W | 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / SMB / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | TA739A Enterprise NAS | AH199A | Q2012A Enterprise Storage Appliance | Q2042A High Performance Storage Array | EH848B |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 4 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28.0 inches | 29 inches | 28 inches | 28.5 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 45 lbs | 50 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Noreen Asif
5
Activation was straightforward and capacity increased instantly.
H
Henrik Madsen
5
Works exactly as described for scaling the library.
F
Faiz Ul Rehman
4
Good option when growth is planned.
J
Jonathan Pike
5
Reliable upgrade that saved us from replacing hardware.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP MSL8048 Library 48 to 96 Slot Upg LTU (SKU: TA739A)?
The TA739A is a License to Use (LTU) that expands an HP MSL8048 tape library from 48 to 96 cartridge slots.
How many additional tape slots does the HP MSL8048 upgrade add?
The upgrade adds 48 additional cartridge slots, doubling capacity from 48 to 96 slots.
Is the HP MSL8048 slot upgrade compatible with existing tape drives?
Yes, TA739A fully supports all tape drives already installed in the HP MSL8048 library.
What hardware and firmware requirements are needed for TA739A?
An HP MSL8048 system with firmware version 2.6x or later and an available license slot are required.
How long does it take to install the HP MSL8048 slot upgrade?
Installation is entirely software-based and typically completes in under 15 minutes.
Does applying the HP MSL8048 upgrade require library downtime?
No, TA739A can be applied online without rebooting the library or interrupting tape operations.
Which tape media types are supported after installing TA739A?
After upgrade, the library supports LTO-8, LTO-7, LTO-6 and earlier LTO media without limitation.
How does the HP MSL8048 upgrade improve storage capacity?
It doubles the number of cartridge slots from 48 to 96, increasing archival density and growth headroom.
Is a firmware update required before applying the slot upgrade?
Yes, you must install the latest HP MSL8048 firmware release (2.6x or later) before applying the license.
What warranty covers the HP MSL8048 Library 48 to 96 Slot Upg LTU?
TA739A is covered by HP’s standard one-year limited warranty from the date of license activation.
Can the slot upgrade license be purchased separately from the hardware?
Yes, the TA739A license is sold independently as a License to Use (LTU) for existing libraries.
Does the upgraded HP MSL8048 support virtualization backup environments?
Yes, it is certified for VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V and other leading virtualization backup solutions.
What ongoing maintenance is required after installing TA739A?
No additional maintenance is needed beyond standard tape library preventative care and firmware updates.
Where can I purchase the HP MSL8048 Library 48 to 96 Slot Upg LTU?
TA739A is available through HP authorized resellers, the HP online store and major IT distributors.
How does the slot upgrade affect library power consumption?
The upgrade is software-only and does not significantly change power consumption or cooling requirements.
What technical support options are available for TA739A?
HP provides 24/7 support via the HP Support Center website, telephone assistance and authorized service partners.