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HP AQ284-20900 Scalar i40 i80 LTO-5 SAS Tape Drive
- LTO-5 Ultrium Tape Drive
- Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
- Compatible with HP StorageWorks Scalar i40 and i80 tape libraries
- Native Capacity: 1.5TB per cartridge
- Compressed Capacity: 3TB per cartridge (using 2:1 compression)
- Native Data Transfer Rate: Up to 140 MB/s
- Compressed Data Transfer Rate: Up to 280 MB/s
- Ideal for long-term data archiving and backup
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Tape Drive Type
- LTO-5 Ultrium
- Interface
- SAS
- Native Capacity
- 1.5TB
- Compressed Capacity
- 3TB
- Native Transfer Rate
- 140 MB/s
- Compressed Transfer Rate
- 280 MB/s
Product details
The HP AQ284-20900 is an LTO-5 SAS Tape Drive for the HP StorageWorks Scalar i40 and i80 tape libraries. It provides high-capacity, high-performance data archiving and backup capabilities.
Technical Information
| Tape Drive Type | LTO-5 Ultrium |
| Interface | SAS |
| Native Capacity | 1.5TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 3TB |
Additional Specifications
| Native Transfer Rate | 140 MB/s |
| Compressed Transfer Rate | 280 MB/s |
| Compatibility | HP StorageWorks Scalar i40/i80 |
| Manufacturer | HP |
Description
The HP AQ284-20900 is a high-performance LTO-5 SAS tape drive specifically designed for integration into HP StorageWorks Scalar i40 and i80 automated tape libraries. This drive leverages the latest LTO-5 technology to offer significant improvements in storage capacity and data transfer speeds compared to previous generations, making it an excellent choice for demanding backup and archiving requirements. With a native storage capacity of 1.5TB per cartridge, and up to 3TB when utilizing 2:1 data compression, the LTO-5 technology allows for efficient storage of large datasets. The drive's native data transfer rate of up to 140 MB/s, and up to 280 MB/s in compressed mode, ensures that backups and restores can be completed quickly, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency. The SAS interface provides a robust and high-speed connection, suitable for enterprise-level performance. This tape drive is an integral component for organizations seeking reliable, long-term data archiving solutions. Its compatibility with the HP Scalar i40 and i80 libraries means it can be easily deployed within existing infrastructure, providing a scalable and cost-effective way to manage growing data volumes while ensuring data integrity and compliance with retention policies.
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