HPE StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium Tape Drive
Best high-capacity storage solution for secure, long-term data archiving.
This is the gold standard for long-term data archiving, offering massive capacity and military-grade encryption for your most sensitive files. While it lacks the instant accessibility of cloud storage, its reliability and offline security make it an essential insurance policy for any serious server infrastructure.
$3625.00
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Server Supply
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious IT managers building massive, long-term data archives
- Security-focused administrators needing offline protection against ransomware attacks
- Data archivists requiring reliable, high-capacity storage for decades
Who should skip it
- Teams needing instant, random access to active files
- Small businesses with limited initial capital for hardware infrastructure
- Operations teams lacking resources for manual cartridge management
Performance breakdown
Storage Density
Massive 30TB compressed capacity handles enterprise-level data archiving with ease.
Transfer Speed
Rapid 300 MB/s native throughput ensures efficient backups for large datasets.
Legacy Compatibility
Seamlessly integrates with older LTO-7 and LTO-6 media for flexible workflows.
Data Security
AES 256-bit hardware encryption provides robust protection for sensitive archival information.
File Accessibility
LTFS support makes tape data feel as accessible as standard disk storage.
System Integration
Standard SAS interface ensures broad compatibility across diverse server infrastructure environments.
Key Specs
Model
BC022A
Tape Technology
LTO-8
Native Capacity
12 TB
Compressed Capacity
30 TB
Native Data Transfer Rate
300 MB/s
Compressed Data Transfer Rate
750 MB/s
Interface
SAS 12Gb/s
Form Factor
Internal
Hardware Encryption Support
Yes
Backward Compatibility
LTO-7, LTO-6
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