HPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 External Tape Drive
The HPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 is engineered for enterprises requiring reliable, high-capacity external tape drive solutions for backup and archival storage. This SAS 6.0 Gbps tape drive delivers 2.5 TB native capacity with 6.25 TB compressed capacity, making it ideal for organizations managing large-scale data protection requirements. Built on six generations of proven LTO technology, the Ultrium 6250 provides cost-effective long-term data retention with enterprise-grade reliability in a compact 5.25" half-height form factor.
Key Features
- Native capacity of 2.5 TB with compressed capacity up to 6.25 TB per cartridge
- External SAS 6.0 Gbps connectivity for high-speed data transfer
- 5.25" half-height form factor for space-efficient deployment
- Six generations of LTO technology for proven reliability and compatibility
- Ideal for enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and long-term archival
- Cost-effective per-gigabyte storage for large-scale data protection
- Supports automated tape library integration for scalable storage solutions
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
EH970A#ABJ |
| Product Type |
External Tape Drive |
| Technology |
LTO-6 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity |
2.5 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
6.25 TB |
| Interface |
SAS 6.0 Gbps |
| Form Factor |
5.25" Half-Height External |
| Data Transfer Rate |
High-performance LTO-6 standard |
| Use Case |
Enterprise Backup, Archival, Disaster Recovery |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the storage capacity of the HPE StoreEver LTO-6 Ultrium 6250?
The drive offers 2.5 TB of native storage capacity and up to 6.25 TB with data compression, providing flexible capacity options for enterprise backup and archival environments.
Is this external tape drive compatible with SAS connections?
Yes, the Ultrium 6250 features SAS 6.0 Gbps connectivity, ensuring high-speed data transfer and compatibility with enterprise SAS infrastructure and tape library systems.
What are the benefits of LTO-6 technology for data archival?
LTO-6 technology provides proven reliability, long-term data retention, cost-effective per-gigabyte pricing, and compatibility with existing LTO tape libraries, making it ideal for organizations requiring durable archival solutions.
Can the HPE StoreEver LTO-6 be integrated into automated tape libraries?
Yes, the external form factor and standard LTO-6 interface allow seamless integration into HPE and third-party automated tape library systems for scalable enterprise backup solutions.
