Brand: HPE · SKU: BB874A · MPN: BB874A · Category: Components
The HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 Tape Drive represents Hewlett Packard Enterprise's seventh-generation of LTO tape drive technology. It provides up to 15 TB of compressed capacity (6 TB native) per cartridge and native data transfer rates of up to 300 MB/s. The drive features HPE TapeAssure for proactive monitoring of drive and media health, and supports AES 256-bit hardware data encryption to prevent unauthorized access. With support for Linear Tape File System (LTFS), the drive allows for easy drag-and-drop file management, making tape as easy to use as a hard drive. It is backward compatible, allowing for reading and writing to LTO-6 media and reading LTO-5 cartridges, protecting existing investments. Designed for small to mid-sized businesses, this external SAS-connected drive is ideal for long-term data retention, backup, and disaster recovery in direct-attached storage (DAS) environments.
| Capacity | 6 TB Native / 15 TB Compressed (2.5:1 ratio) |
|---|---|
| Interface | 6Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) |
| Encryption | AES 256-bit Hardware Encryption |
| Buffer Size | 1024 MB |
| Form Factor | 5.25 inch half-height (External) |
| WORM Support | Yes |
| Transfer Rate | 300 MB/s Native / 750 MB/s Compressed |
| Backward Compatibility | Read/Write LTO-6, Read LTO-5 |
| Warranty | 3-year parts, no labor, no onsite support coverage |
| Weight | 10.3 lbs |
| Dimensions | 3.0 x 8.8 x 11.7 in |
Seventh-generation LTO Ultrium technology offering high-density storage and fast performance for enterprise-level archiving and data protection.
Yes, this HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive (BB874A) is 100% genuine HPE hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
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