Model: BB874A
from $6,854
Store and archive data with the HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive from Hewlett Packard Enterprise . This external desktop tape drive features a 15TB compressed storage capacity complete with data transfer rates of up to 300 MB/s. In addition to enhanced transfer rates, this drive also helps to keep your data secure as it supports the 256-bit AES encryption standard. HPE TapeAssure provides improved manageability and hardware data encryption.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back. Available from $6,854.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Magnetic degradation or physical tape snapping occurs if stored improperly. Dust inside the drive can scratch and ruin tapes.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back.
LTO tape is rated for 30 years of archival storage if kept in controlled environments.
The Hewlett Packard Enterprises HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive is available at bhphoto, starting at $6,854.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
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