HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium Tape Drive
Best high-capacity storage for businesses needing secure, long-term data archiving.
This is the gold standard for long-term data archiving where reliability trumps speed. While it lacks the instant access of cloud storage, it offers an immutable, offline fortress for your most critical backups that no hacker can reach.
$4197.99
at
Chicago Computer Supply
Who it's for
- IT managers handling massive, large-scale data backup requirements
- Security-conscious teams prioritizing air-gapped, long-term data protection
- Organizations needing backward compatibility with existing LTO-6 infrastructure
Who should skip it
- Users requiring instant access to specific, frequently retrieved files
- Businesses seeking the highest capacity and speed of modern standards
- Small teams with limited budgets for hardware and management overhead
Performance breakdown
Storage Density
Massive 15TB compressed capacity handles extensive archival needs with ease.
Transfer Speed
Solid 300 MB/s native throughput keeps backup windows tight and efficient.
Data Security
Hardware-level encryption and WORM support provide enterprise-grade data protection.
Deployment Flexibility
External form factor allows for simple, portable integration across server environments.
System Compatibility
Broad server support ensures seamless integration into existing IT infrastructures.
Build Reliability
Engineered for the rigorous demands of long-term, critical data retention.
Key Specs
Native Storage Capacity
6 TB
Compressed Storage Capacity
15 TB
Recording Method
Linear Serpentine
Maximum Native Data Transfer Rate
300 MB/s
Host Interface
6Gb/s SAS
Dimensions
8.6 in x 11.7 in x 4.8 in
Weight
24.03 lb
Drive Width
5.25 in
Drive Height
Half Height
Hardware Encryption Support
Yes
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