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HP EH969AR StoreEver LTO-6 2.5TB (Native)6.25TB SAS 6Gb/s Tape Drive
- LTO-6 Ultrium technology
- 2.5TB native storage capacity
- 6.25TB compressed storage capacity
- SAS 6Gb/s interface
- High-performance data transfer
- Designed for enterprise backup and archival
- Backward read/write compatible with LTO-5 media
- Backward read compatible with LTO-4 media
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Product Overview
The HP EH969AR is an LTO-6 Ultrium SAS tape drive, offering a native capacity of 2.5TB and a compressed capacity of up to 6.25TB per cartridge. It features a 6Gb/s SAS interface for high-speed data throughput, ideal for large-scale backup and archiving solutions.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Technology | LTO-6 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity | 2.5TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 6.25TB |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | Up to 300 MB/s |
| Form Factor | Internal/External (depending on configuration) |
Product Description
The HP EH969AR is a high-capacity LTO-6 Ultrium tape drive engineered for demanding enterprise backup and archival requirements. It provides a substantial native storage capacity of 2.5TB per cartridge, which can be expanded to an impressive 6.25TB when utilizing data compression. This significant increase in capacity over previous generations allows for fewer tapes to be managed, reducing media costs and simplifying storage infrastructure. Featuring a SAS 6Gb/s interface, the EH969AR delivers high-speed data transfer rates, with native throughput reaching up to 300 MB/s. This performance is critical for minimizing backup windows, ensuring business continuity, and enabling rapid data recovery. The drive's backward compatibility is also a key advantage, offering read and write compatibility with LTO-5 media and read compatibility with LTO-4 media, thus protecting investments in existing tape libraries and media. This LTO-6 tape drive is an ideal solution for organizations that need a reliable, scalable, and cost-effective method for protecting large volumes of data. Its robust design and adherence to the LTO standard ensure data integrity and long-term archival capabilities. The EH969AR is well-suited for environments with growing data storage needs, providing a secure and efficient way to manage backups and archives.
