HP BB953A LTO-7 Ultrium 6TB (Native) 15TB (Compressed) SAS Tape Drive

SKU BB953A

Brand HP

LTO-7 Ultrium technology
SAS interface for high-speed connectivity
Native storage capacity: 6TB
Compressed storage capacity: 15TB
Designed for enterprise-level data backup and archiving
Offers high performance for large data volumes
Backward compatibility with LTO-6 media (read/write)

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Key specifications

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Technology: LTO-7 Ultrium
Interface: SAS
Native Capacity: 6TB
Compressed Capacity: 15TB
Form Factor: Internal/External Tape Drive (model dependent)
Manufacturer: HP

Product details

The HP BB953A is an LTO-7 Ultrium SAS tape drive capable of storing 6TB natively or up to 15TB with compression. It is designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving in enterprise environments.

Technical Information

Technology	LTO-7 Ultrium
Interface	SAS
Native Capacity	6TB

Additional Specifications

Compressed Capacity	15TB
Form Factor	Internal/External Tape Drive (model dependent)
Manufacturer	HP

Description

The HP BB953A is a high-performance LTO-7 Ultrium SAS tape drive, engineered to meet the demanding data backup and archiving needs of modern enterprises. This drive leverages the latest LTO-7 technology to deliver substantial storage capacity, offering 6TB of uncompressed data storage per cartridge, which can be expanded to an impressive 15TB when using data compression techniques. This makes it an exceptionally cost-effective solution for managing large volumes of data and ensuring long-term data retention. Featuring a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, the BB953A ensures high-speed data transfer rates, crucial for efficient backup operations and rapid data retrieval. This high throughput minimizes backup windows and allows for quick restoration of data in the event of a disaster or system failure. The drive also offers backward compatibility, allowing it to read and write to LTO-6 media, providing flexibility for organizations transitioning to newer tape technologies or managing existing media libraries. Designed for reliability and performance, the HP BB953A is an integral component for robust data protection strategies. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including large-scale backups, long-term archiving for compliance purposes, and disaster recovery planning. Its capacity and speed make it an ideal choice for businesses seeking a scalable and dependable solution to safeguard their critical information assets.

Condition: Refurbished