HP AQ278A 2.5TB Native 6.75TB Compressed FC 8Gb/s Tape Drive Assy

Description

The HP AQ278A is an internal tape drive assembly designed for enterprise-level data backup and archiving solutions. It utilizes the LTO-4 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 4) technology, offering a substantial native storage capacity of 2.5TB per tape cartridge. When employing hardware compression, this capacity can be significantly expanded to 6.75TB, making it highly efficient for storing large volumes of data. The drive connects via an 8Gb/s Fibre Channel (FC) interface, providing high-speed, reliable connectivity essential for enterprise storage environments. With a native data transfer rate of up to 120 MB/s and a compressed rate of up to 240 MB/s, the AQ278A ensures rapid backup and restore operations. This performance is critical for minimizing downtime and meeting stringent backup windows in busy data centers. The Fibre Channel interface offers low latency and high bandwidth, making it ideal for direct-attached storage or integration into SAN (Storage Area Network) environments. This tape drive assembly is intended for installation in compatible HP servers or storage enclosures. It represents a robust and cost-effective solution for organizations requiring dependable long-term data retention, disaster recovery capabilities, and compliance with data archiving regulations. The LTO-4 technology ensures backward read compatibility with LTO-3 tapes and forward write compatibility with LTO-5 tapes (though capacity and speed may vary).

Condition: Refurbished