HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 External Tape Drive
The HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 external tape drive is engineered for enterprises and organizations requiring reliable, high-capacity data backup and archival solutions. This LTO-9 tape drive delivers exceptional storage density and performance for mission-critical backup environments, data centers, and long-term data retention strategies. Whether you're managing growing data volumes or implementing comprehensive disaster recovery protocols, this external tape drive provides the dependability and capacity your infrastructure demands.
Key Features
- LTO-9 Ultrium technology with 45TB native capacity for large-scale data backup
- External connectivity for flexible deployment across multiple servers and workstations
- High-speed data transfer rates optimized for enterprise backup workflows
- Advanced data compression supporting up to 90TB effective capacity
- WORM (Write Once, Read Many) capability for compliance and archival requirements
- Backward compatibility with LTO-8 and earlier cartridges for legacy system support
- Robust error detection and correction for data integrity assurance
- Quiet operation suitable for office and data center environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE |
| Part Number |
BC042AR#ABJ |
| Product Type |
External Tape Drive |
| Format |
LTO-9 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity |
45TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
Up to 90TB |
| Interface |
SAS/SCSI |
| Form Factor |
External Desktop |
| Data Integrity |
Advanced error correction and detection |
| Compliance |
WORM support for regulatory compliance |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LTO-9 tape technology and why should I choose it for backup?
LTO-9 Ultrium technology represents the latest generation in linear tape-open standards, offering superior capacity, speed, and reliability for enterprise backup solutions. LTO-9 tape drives provide cost-effective long-term data retention with exceptional durability, making them ideal for organizations seeking to balance performance with archival requirements.
How much data can the HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 store?
The HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 external tape drive offers 45TB of native storage capacity, expandable to 90TB with data compression. This substantial capacity makes it perfect for backing up large databases, virtual machine environments, and comprehensive enterprise data repositories.
Is this external tape drive compatible with existing backup infrastructure?
Yes, the HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 maintains backward compatibility with LTO-8 and earlier cartridges, allowing seamless integration with existing tape libraries and backup systems. The external form factor provides flexible connectivity options for multi-server environments.
What compliance features does this tape drive support?
The HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 supports WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality, enabling organizations to meet regulatory compliance requirements for data immutability and long-term archival in regulated industries such as healthcare, finance, and legal services.