HPE StoreEver 45000 LTO Ultrium 9 Tape Drive
The HPE StoreEver 45000 is an external LTO Ultrium 9 tape drive engineered for enterprise-grade backup and archival storage. With native capacity of 12 TB and up to 30 TB compressed per cartridge, this SAS-2 connected drive delivers cost-effective long-term data protection with built-in hardware encryption. Ideal for organizations requiring reliable, secure tape backup solutions for compliance, disaster recovery, and cold storage archival in data centers and enterprise environments.
Key Features
- 12 TB native capacity / 30 TB compressed per LTO Ultrium 9 cartridge
- External SAS-2 interface for reliable enterprise connectivity
- Hardware-based encryption for secure data protection on tape media
- LTO Ultrium 9 technology for industry-standard tape backup compatibility
- Designed for 24/7 enterprise backup and archival operations
- Cost-effective long-term data retention and compliance storage
- Read-compatible with LTO Ultrium 8 cartridges for legacy data access
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
BC042AR#ABU |
| Product Series |
StoreEver 45000 |
| Drive Type |
LTO Ultrium 9 Tape Drive |
| Native Capacity |
12 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
30 TB (with 2.5:1 compression) |
| Interface |
SAS-2 (Serial Attached SCSI) |
| Form Factor |
External |
| Security |
Hardware Encryption Support |
| Backward Compatibility |
LTO Ultrium 8 Read Compatible |
| Typical Use Cases |
Enterprise Backup, Archival Storage, Disaster Recovery, Compliance |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE StoreEver 45000 used for?
The HPE StoreEver 45000 is used for enterprise backup, long-term archival storage, disaster recovery, and compliance data retention. Its high capacity and encryption support make it ideal for organizations managing large-scale data protection requirements in regulated industries.
How much data can the LTO Ultrium 9 cartridge hold?
The LTO Ultrium 9 cartridge holds 12 TB of native capacity, expandable to 30 TB with standard 2.5:1 data compression, providing excellent cost-per-gigabyte for long-term storage solutions.
Does the HPE StoreEver 45000 support encryption?
Yes, the HPE StoreEver 45000 includes hardware-based encryption support to protect sensitive data written to tape cartridges, meeting security and compliance requirements for enterprise backup environments.
Is the StoreEver 45000 compatible with older LTO cartridges?
Yes, the LTO Ultrium 9 drive is read-compatible with LTO Ultrium 8 cartridges, allowing organizations to access legacy backup data while leveraging newer, higher-capacity media for current operations.
