Description
The HPE StoreEver 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit (BC029A) provides a high-density, space-efficient solution for integrating tape drives into standard data center racks. Designed for customers with limited rack space, this 1U enclosure accommodates up to two half-height internal SAS tape drives and supports a maximum compressed capacity of up to 90 TB (2.5:1) using two HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 drives.
Compatible with LTO-5 through LTO-9 Ultrium and RDX removable disk drives, the kit delivers flexible performance with data transfer rates up to 600 MB/s and top-access removable trays for simple installation. It supports both 6 Gb/sec SAS and USB 3.0 interfaces and includes AES 256-bit encryption and WORM capabilities for secure data storage and archiving.
Ideal for SAS backup environments, this rack-mount kit enables a scalable and secure solution for long-term data retention in a compact 1U form factor.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BC029A |
| Product Type | 1U Rack-Mount Kit for Tape Drives |
| Supported Drives | LTO-9 Ultrium 45000LTO-8 Ultrium 30750LTO-7 Ultrium 15000LTO-6 Ultrium 6250LTO-5 Ultrium 3000RDX 500GB–4TB |
| Drive Bays | 2 × 5.25-inch half-height bays |
| Capacity | Up to 90 TB compressed (2.5:1) with LTO-9Up to 4 TB native with RDX |
| Host Interface | 6 Gb/sec SAS or USB 3.0 |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 600 MB/s (with two LTO-8 drives)Up to 360 GB/hour (with two RDX drives) |
| Encryption Capability | AES 256-bit |
| WORM Support | Yes |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mount |
| Product Dimensions (H×W×D) | 4.32 x 42.88 x 64.14 cm |
| Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Warranty | 3-year parts (no labor or onsite support) |
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