{"product_id":"hpe-storeever-lto-6-ultrium-6250-external-tape-drive-prev-47320","title":"HPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 External Tape Drive","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 External Tape Drive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-capacity external tape drive designed for organizations requiring reliable, cost-effective data backup and archival solutions. This \u003cstrong\u003eLTO-6 external tape drive\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers enterprise-grade performance with 2.5TB native capacity and 6.25TB compressed capacity, making it ideal for medium to large-scale backup environments. Built with SAS-2 connectivity and a 512MB buffer, the Ultrium 6250 provides fast data transfer rates up to 160 MB\/s native and 400 MB\/s compressed, ensuring efficient backup windows and reduced recovery times. Perfect for IT departments, data centers, and businesses prioritizing long-term data retention and compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5TB Native \/ 6.25TB Compressed Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Store large volumes of data with industry-leading compression support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e160 MB\/s Native Transfer Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fast backup performance with up to 400 MB\/s compressed throughput\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSAS-2 Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-speed connectivity for seamless integration into existing infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e512MB Buffer Memory\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optimized data handling for consistent performance during intensive backup operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackward Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supports both Ultrium 6 and Ultrium 5 tape cartridges for flexible media options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Portable design for multi-location deployments and disaster recovery scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise-Grade Reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built for 24\/7 operation in demanding data center environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEH970A#A2S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Tape Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTape Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO Ultrium 6 (LTO-6)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressed Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.25TB (2.5:1 compression)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Data Transfer Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressed Data Transfer Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAS-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffer Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512MB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUltrium 6 and Ultrium 5 Cartridges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between native and compressed capacity on this LTO-6 tape drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 offers 2.5TB of native capacity and 6.25TB of compressed capacity. Native capacity represents the actual data storage without compression, while compressed capacity assumes a 2.5:1 compression ratio. Actual compressed capacity depends on your data type and compression algorithms used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this external tape drive compatible with older LTO cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Ultrium 6250 supports both Ultrium 6 and Ultrium 5 tape cartridges, providing backward compatibility. This flexibility allows you to use existing tape media inventory while upgrading your backup infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of SAS-2 connectivity for backup operations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SAS-2 interface provides high-speed, reliable connectivity with data transfer rates up to 160 MB\/s native and 400 MB\/s compressed. This ensures faster backup and restore operations, reducing backup windows and improving recovery time objectives (RTO) for your organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 512MB buffer improve tape drive performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 512MB buffer memory in the LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 optimizes data flow between your host system and the tape cartridge. This buffer reduces latency, ensures consistent transfer rates, and prevents data bottlenecks during intensive backup operations, resulting in more reliable and efficient backups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41675767840843,"sku":"EH970A#A2S","price":6098.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-storeever-lto-6-ultrium-6250-external-tape-drive-prev-47320","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}