HPE StoreEver LTO-6 6250 SAS Internal Tape Drive
The HPE StoreEver 6250 is a high-capacity LTO Ultrium 6 SAS-2 tape drive engineered for enterprise backup and long-term data archival. Designed for seamless integration into HPE ProLiant servers and storage environments, this tape drive delivers reliable, secure storage for data-intensive organizations requiring cost-effective retention solutions. With native capacity up to 2.5 TB and compressed storage reaching 6.25 TB per cartridge, the StoreEver 6250 provides exceptional value for mission-critical backup operations and compliance-driven archival workflows.
Key Features
- LTO Ultrium 6 technology with support for Ultrium 5 and 6 media compatibility
- 2.5 TB native capacity, 6.25 TB compressed storage per cartridge
- Hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption for secure data protection
- Compressed data transfer rates up to 400 MB/s (1440 GB/hour)
- SAS-2 interface for high-speed server integration
- Optimized for HPE ProLiant server environments
- Ideal for long-term data retention and compliance archival
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
EH970AR#ABJ |
| Product Type |
LTO Ultrium 6 SAS-2 Internal Tape Drive |
| Native Capacity |
2.5 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
6.25 TB |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) |
400 MB/s (1440 GB/hour) |
| Media Support |
Ultrium 5 and 6 cartridges |
| Encryption |
AES 256-bit hardware-based |
| Interface |
SAS-2 |
| Form Factor |
Internal drive module |
| Compatibility |
HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the storage capacity of the HPE StoreEver 6250?
The HPE StoreEver LTO-6 6250 offers 2.5 TB native storage capacity per LTO Ultrium 6 cartridge, with compression support enabling up to 6.25 TB of compressed storage. This high capacity makes it ideal for organizations managing large-scale backup and archival requirements.
Does the LTO Ultrium 6 tape drive support encryption?
Yes, the StoreEver 6250 includes hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption, providing enterprise-grade security for sensitive data during backup and archival operations. This encryption is transparent to applications and ensures compliance with data protection regulations.
What servers is the SAS-2 tape drive compatible with?
The HPE StoreEver 6250 is designed for integration with HPE ProLiant servers and HPE storage environments featuring SAS-2 connectivity. It supports both Ultrium 5 and 6 media, providing flexibility for mixed-generation backup environments.
What data transfer rates does the LTO-6 tape drive achieve?
The StoreEver 6250 delivers compressed data transfer rates up to 400 MB/s, equivalent to 1440 GB per hour. This performance level supports efficient backup windows for data-intensive workloads and enterprise-scale archival operations.
