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 |
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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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