Description
High-Capacity, Secure, and Reliable Tape Storage for Enterprise Backup
The HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 TAA-compliant Internal Tape Drive (BB953A) offers enterprise-grade backup and archiving with up to 30 TB compressed capacity per cartridge. Designed for secure, long-term data retention, this LTO-7 drive features AES 256-bit hardware encryption, WORM capability, and LTFS support via HPE StoreOpen for file-based access.
Optimized for fast performance, it delivers native data transfer rates up to 300 MB/s, ensuring faster backups within tight windows. With 6 Gb/s SAS connectivity, this internal half-height tape drive integrates easily into standard server environments. It's qualified on HPE and non-HPE servers, supporting a broad range of backup software platforms.
The drive ships complete with HPE media, cables, user guides, and a 60-day trial of Veritas™ Backup Exec, including a 50% discount offer on full licensing. It's an ideal solution for organizations that need secure, compliant, and cost-effective long-term storage.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Recording Technology | LTO Ultrium |
| Compatible Media | LTO-7 Ultrium 15000, LTO-7 Type M, LTO-6, LTO-5 |
| Compressed Capacity | Up to 30 TB (2.5:1 compression) |
| Native Transfer Rate | Up to 300 MB/s |
| Interface | 6 Gb/s SAS |
| Encryption | AES 256-bit hardware encryption |
| WORM Support | Yes (LTO-5 through LTO-8 compatible) |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch half-height internal |
| Compliance | TAA-Compliant |
| LTFS Support | Yes (via HPE StoreOpen) |
| Compatibility | HPE and third-party servers (Dell, IBM, Sun, etc.) |
| Backup Software Support | Veritas, CA, Micro Focus, Dell EMC, IBM, and more |
| Bundled Software Offer | Veritas Backup Exec – 60-day trial & 50% MSRP discount |
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