HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 External Tape Drive
The HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 is a high-capacity external tape drive engineered for enterprise-grade data backup, archival, and disaster recovery. With up to 45 TB of compressed storage capacity per cartridge, this LTO-9 external tape drive delivers cost-effective long-term data retention for organizations managing massive data volumes. Featuring a 12 Gb/s SAS host interface, native 300 MB/s transfer rates, and AES 256-bit encryption, the StoreEver LTO-9 combines performance with security for mission-critical backup environments. Ideal for data centers, healthcare, financial services, and media organizations requiring reliable, scalable tape storage solutions.
Key Features
- 45 TB compressed capacity per LTO-9 cartridge for maximum data density
- 12 Gb/s SAS host interface for high-speed connectivity
- 300 MB/s native transfer rate for efficient backup operations
- AES 256-bit encryption for data security and compliance
- WORM (Write Once, Read Many) support for regulatory compliance
- External form factor for flexible deployment and portability
- Enterprise-class reliability for continuous backup workflows
- Compatible with LTO-9 tape cartridges for cost-effective media
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE |
| Part Number |
BC042A#ABJ |
| Product Type |
External Tape Drive |
| Tape Format |
LTO-9 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity |
18 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
45 TB |
| Host Interface |
12 Gb/s SAS |
| Native Transfer Rate |
300 MB/s |
| Data Security |
AES 256-bit Encryption |
| Compliance Features |
WORM Support |
| Form Factor |
External |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the storage capacity of the HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000?
The HPE StoreEver LTO-9 offers 18 TB of native capacity and up to 45 TB of compressed capacity per cartridge, making it ideal for large-scale backup and archival operations requiring high data density.
What are the security features of this external tape drive?
The StoreEver LTO-9 includes AES 256-bit encryption for data protection and WORM (Write Once, Read Many) support to meet regulatory compliance requirements in healthcare, finance, and government sectors.
Is the HPE StoreEver LTO-9 suitable for enterprise backup environments?
Yes, the 12 Gb/s SAS interface, 300 MB/s transfer rate, and enterprise-class reliability make this LTO-9 external tape drive perfect for data centers, disaster recovery, and continuous backup workflows in large organizations.
What is the difference between native and compressed capacity?
Native capacity (18 TB) represents uncompressed data storage, while compressed capacity (45 TB) assumes typical 2.5:1 data compression ratios. Actual compressed capacity depends on data type and compression algorithms used.
