HPE LTO-9 45000 External Tape Drive Remanufactured
The HPE LTO-9 45000 external tape drive delivers enterprise-grade data backup and archival storage for organizations requiring reliable, high-capacity tape solutions. This remanufactured LTO-9 drive combines HPE's proven reliability with cost-effective performance, making it ideal for data centers, backup administrators, and IT teams managing large-scale storage infrastructure. With native capacity up to 18TB and compression support reaching 45TB, this external tape drive provides secure, long-term data retention at a fraction of new equipment costs.
Key Features
- LTO-9 technology with 18TB native capacity and 45TB compressed storage
- External connectivity for flexible deployment across multiple servers
- Fast data transfer rates for efficient backup windows
- WORM (Write Once Read Many) support for compliance and archival
- Remanufactured to HPE specifications with full functionality
- Enterprise-grade reliability and error correction
- Compatible with existing LTO-9 tape cartridges
- Reduced total cost of ownership versus new equipment
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
BC042AR#ACE |
| Drive Type |
LTO-9 External Tape Drive |
| Native Capacity |
18TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
45TB (2.5:1 compression) |
| Interface |
SAS/Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor |
External Desktop |
| Condition |
Remanufactured |
| Language |
Danish (DK) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an LTO-9 external tape drive used for?
An LTO-9 external tape drive is primarily used for enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data archival. Organizations use these drives to create offline copies of critical data, ensuring compliance with retention policies and protecting against ransomware attacks.
Is a remanufactured HPE tape drive reliable?
Yes. HPE remanufactured equipment undergoes rigorous testing and restoration to meet original specifications. Remanufactured LTO-9 drives provide the same reliability and performance as new units while offering significant cost savings for budget-conscious enterprises.
How much data can the HPE LTO-9 45000 store?
The HPE LTO-9 45000 external tape drive stores 18TB of native data, or up to 45TB with standard 2.5:1 compression. This makes it ideal for backing up large databases, virtual machine environments, and multi-terabyte file systems.
What are the benefits of external tape storage?
External tape drives offer portability, offline protection, long archival lifespan (30+ years), and lower power consumption compared to disk-based systems. They're essential for air-gapped backups and meeting regulatory compliance requirements.
