HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Tape Drive
Best high-capacity storage solution for secure, long-term enterprise data archiving.
This is the ultimate insurance policy for massive data archives, offering immense capacity and rock-solid security in a single cartridge. While it lacks the instant accessibility of cloud storage, it provides an unbeatable, offline safeguard against ransomware and data loss that no subscription service can match.
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Who it's for
- IT managers needing to archive massive datasets in minimal space
- Enterprise teams requiring rapid, large-scale backup and restore operations
- Security-conscious organizations prioritizing air-gapped, long-term data protection
Who should skip it
- Users needing instant, random access to frequently changing files
- Budget-constrained businesses seeking low initial capital expenditure
- Teams lacking the staff for manual media management and rotation
Performance breakdown
Storage Density
Massive 45 TB capacity per cartridge handles immense data archives with ease.
Transfer Speed
Blazing 1000 MB/s compressed throughput ensures rapid backups for critical workflows.
Data Security
Hardware-level AES 256-bit encryption provides ironclad protection for sensitive information.
File Accessibility
LTFS support makes tape storage feel as intuitive as a hard drive.
System Compatibility
Backward compatibility with LTO-7 ensures seamless integration into existing tape libraries.
Archival Reliability
WORM compliance and robust engineering make this a gold standard for preservation.
Key Specs
Native Storage Capacity
18 TB
Compressed Storage Capacity
45 TB
Host Interface
12 Gb/s SAS
Encryption Standard
256-bit AES
Native Data Transfer Rate
Up to 300 MB/s
Compressed Data Transfer Rate
Up to 1000 MB/s
Form Factor
External
Dimensions
8.8″ Width x 3″ Height x 11.7″ Depth
Weight
10.25 kg
Tape Technology
LTO Ultrium 9
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