HPE Spectra T950 LTO-7 Ultrium Fibre Channel Full Height Drive
The HPE S3H99A Spectra T950 LTO-7 Ultrium Fibre Channel drive is engineered for enterprise-grade backup and archival solutions. This full-height reconditioned drive delivers reliable tape storage performance in Spectra T950 and TFinity tape library environments. Built for organizations requiring high-capacity data protection, the LTO-7 Ultrium technology provides cost-effective long-term archival with Fibre Channel connectivity for seamless integration into existing enterprise infrastructure.
Key Features
- LTO-7 Ultrium technology for enterprise backup and archival workloads
- Fibre Channel full-height drive configuration for library compatibility
- EDBA sled design for Spectra T950 and TFinity tape libraries
- High-capacity tape storage with reliable data retention
- Reconditioned unit — fully tested and certified for performance
- Seamless integration with existing HPE tape library systems
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
S3H99A |
| Product Series |
Spectra T950 / TFinity |
| Drive Type |
LTO-7 Ultrium Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor |
Full Height |
| Sled Type |
EDBA |
| Connectivity |
Fibre Channel |
| Condition |
Reconditioned |
| Application |
Enterprise Backup & Archival |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE Spectra T950 LTO-7 drive used for?
The HPE Spectra T950 LTO-7 Ultrium Fibre Channel drive is designed for enterprise backup and archival applications. It provides high-capacity tape storage within Spectra T950 and TFinity library systems, ideal for organizations managing large-scale data protection and long-term retention requirements.
Is this a reconditioned or new drive?
This is a reconditioned HPE drive supplied in an EDBA sled. It has been fully tested and certified to meet manufacturer performance standards, offering cost-effective reliability for enterprise tape library deployments.
What tape libraries are compatible with the S3H99A?
The HPE S3H99A LTO-7 Ultrium Fibre Channel drive is compatible with Spectra T950 and TFinity tape libraries. The full-height EDBA sled configuration ensures seamless integration into these HPE tape storage systems.
Why choose LTO-7 Ultrium for data archival?
LTO-7 Ultrium technology delivers reliable long-term data archival with excellent cost-per-gigabyte economics. The Fibre Channel connectivity provides fast, dependable data transfer for enterprise backup workflows while maintaining data integrity over extended retention periods.