HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive
The HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 is engineered for organizations requiring reliable, high-capacity external tape drive solutions for enterprise data backup and long-term archive storage. This LTO-7 tape drive delivers exceptional performance and capacity, making it ideal for IT departments, data centers, and businesses managing large-scale backup operations. With 6 TB native capacity and 15 TB compressed storage, the StoreEver LTO-7 provides cost-effective data protection for mission-critical environments. Whether you're implementing a comprehensive backup strategy or expanding your archive infrastructure, this Ultrium 15000 drive offers the reliability and speed enterprises demand.
Key Features
- 6 TB native capacity with 15 TB compressed capacity for maximum storage efficiency
- 300 MB/s maximum native data transfer rate for fast backup and restore operations
- External connectivity for flexible deployment across multiple systems
- LTO-7 technology with eight generations of proven reliability
- Enterprise-grade design for 24/7 continuous operation
- WORM (Write Once Read Many) support for compliance and data integrity
- Backward compatibility with LTO-6 media for seamless migration
- Integrated encryption for secure data protection
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
BB874A#ARS |
| Product Series |
StoreEver LTO Ultrium |
| Tape Format |
LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 |
| Native Capacity |
6 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
15 TB |
| Native Transfer Rate |
300 MB/s |
| Form Factor |
External |
| Interface |
SAS/SCSI |
| Data Compression |
2.5:1 ratio supported |
| Encryption |
AES 256-bit |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best external tape drive for enterprise backup?
The HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 is a top choice for enterprise backup solutions, offering 6 TB native capacity, 300 MB/s transfer rates, and proven LTO-7 reliability. Its external design provides flexible deployment across your data center infrastructure.
How much data can the LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 store?
This LTO-7 tape drive provides 6 TB of native storage capacity, expandable to 15 TB with compression enabled. This makes it ideal for backing up large databases, virtual environments, and enterprise file systems efficiently.
Is the HPE StoreEver LTO-7 compatible with older LTO media?
Yes, the Ultrium 15000 maintains backward compatibility with LTO-6 media, allowing you to access and migrate legacy tape archives without requiring separate hardware investments.
What security features does the StoreEver LTO-7 include?
The external tape drive features integrated AES 256-bit encryption, WORM support for compliance requirements, and enterprise-grade data protection mechanisms to safeguard sensitive backup data.
