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HP EH963AR StoreEver LTO-6 6650 2.5TB 6.25TB SAS RackMount Tape Drive
- LTO-6 Ultrium 6650 technology
- 2.5TB native storage capacity
- 6.25TB compressed storage capacity
- SAS interface
- Rack-mountable design
- High-density enterprise backup and archival
- Backward read/write compatible with LTO-5 media
- Backward read compatible with LTO-4 media
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Tape Drive
- Technology
- LTO-6 Ultrium
- Model Series
- 6650
- Native Capacity
- 2.5TB
- Compressed Capacity
- 6.25TB
- Interface
- SAS
Product details
The HP EH963AR is a StoreEver LTO-6 6650 SAS tape drive, offering 2.5TB native and 6.25TB compressed capacity. It is a rack-mountable unit designed for high-density backup and archival in enterprise data centers.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Technology | LTO-6 Ultrium |
| Model Series | 6650 |
| Native Capacity | 2.5TB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 6.25TB |
| Interface | SAS |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | Up to 300 MB/s |
| Form Factor | Rack Mount |
Description
The HP EH963AR is a high-capacity LTO-6 Ultrium tape drive from the HP StoreEver line, specifically designed for enterprise-level backup and archival in rack-mounted environments. It offers a native storage capacity of 2.5TB per cartridge, which can be expanded to an impressive 6.25TB when using data compression. This significant capacity allows for efficient consolidation of data, reducing the number of tapes and simplifying management in large-scale storage infrastructures. Equipped with a SAS interface, the EH963AR ensures high-speed and reliable data transfer, with native transfer rates of up to 300 MB/s. This performance is critical for minimizing backup windows and ensuring rapid data recovery, which are essential for business continuity. The drive also boasts backward compatibility, enabling it to read and write LTO-5 media and read LTO-4 media, providing flexibility and protecting investments in existing tape libraries and media. This LTO-6 tape drive is an ideal solution for organizations requiring a robust, scalable, and cost-effective method for protecting large volumes of data. Its rack-mountable form factor makes it suitable for integration into existing data center infrastructure. The EH963AR's combination of high capacity, performance, and reliability makes it a strong choice for demanding backup and archival needs.
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