HPE Spectra Cube LTO-9 Ultrium SAS Half Height Drive Sled
The HPE Spectra Cube LTO-9 Ultrium SAS Half Height Drive Sled is a high-performance tape drive module engineered for enterprise-grade data backup and archival storage. Designed specifically for Spectra Cube systems, this LTO-9 tape drive delivers scalable, high-capacity storage with SAS connectivity in a compact half-height form factor. Perfect for organizations requiring reliable long-term data retention, disaster recovery, and compliance-driven archival solutions, this drive sled integrates seamlessly into existing HPE tape infrastructure to maximize storage efficiency and minimize operational costs.
Key Features
- Native LTO-9 Ultrium tape technology for enterprise-class data storage
- SAS connectivity for high-speed data transfer and system integration
- Half-height drive sled design optimizes rack space utilization
- Spectra Cube compatible architecture for modular scalability
- Advanced data compression for increased effective capacity
- WORM (Write Once, Read Many) support for regulatory compliance
- Integrated error correction and data integrity verification
- Hot-swappable design for minimal downtime and maintenance
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
S4T49A |
| Product Type |
LTO-9 Ultrium Tape Drive Module |
| Interface |
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) |
| Form Factor |
Half Height Drive Sled |
| System Compatibility |
HPE Spectra Cube Systems |
| Native Capacity |
18 TB per cartridge |
| Compressed Capacity |
Up to 45 TB with 2.5:1 compression |
| Data Transfer Rate |
Up to 360 MB/s (native) |
| Connectivity |
SAS 12Gb/s |
| Power Consumption |
Optimized for enterprise environments |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an LTO-9 tape drive and why should enterprises use it?
The LTO-9 Ultrium tape drive is a next-generation data storage solution offering 18 TB native capacity per cartridge with advanced compression capabilities. Enterprises choose LTO-9 technology for cost-effective long-term archival, disaster recovery, and compliance storage, with superior reliability and lower total cost of ownership compared to alternative storage methods.
Is the HPE Spectra Cube LTO-9 compatible with existing backup systems?
Yes, the SAS half-height drive sled integrates with HPE Spectra Cube systems and supports industry-standard SAS connectivity. This ensures compatibility with existing enterprise backup infrastructure while providing scalable expansion capabilities for growing storage demands.
What are the advantages of half-height form factor tape drives?
Half-height tape drive sleds maximize rack space efficiency by allowing higher density configurations within the same physical footprint. This design reduces data center real estate requirements while maintaining full performance capabilities, making it ideal for space-constrained enterprise environments.
How does data compression benefit LTO-9 tape storage?
The LTO-9 drive supports advanced compression algorithms that can achieve up to 2.5:1 compression ratios, effectively doubling usable capacity to 45 TB per cartridge. This feature significantly reduces storage costs and cartridge consumption while maintaining data integrity and compliance requirements.
