HPE StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium Tape Drive
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise

HPE StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium Tape Drive

4.6

Best high capacity solution for long term archival data security.

This is the gold standard for archiving massive datasets where cloud storage costs become unsustainable. While it lacks the instant accessibility of an SSD, you gain unparalleled security and long-term reliability. It is a pragmatic, set-it-and-forget-it solution for businesses that prioritize data integrity over immediate retrieval.

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Who it's for

  • Enterprise administrators managing massive volumes of cold data
  • Security-conscious organizations requiring robust protection against digital threats
  • Budget-focused managers looking to minimize total cost of ownership

Who should skip it

  • Users needing frequent or immediate retrieval of individual files
  • Small business owners with limited initial capital for backup hardware
  • Operators lacking climate-controlled facilities for long-term media storage

Performance breakdown

Storage Density

Massive 30TB compressed capacity handles enterprise-scale archiving with ease.

Excellent

Transfer Throughput

Rapid data movement ensures minimal downtime during critical backup windows.

Excellent

Security Integrity

Hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption provides robust, tamper-proof data protection.

Excellent

Infrastructure Compatibility

Seamless LTO-7 backward support protects your existing media investments.

Excellent

Operational Efficiency

Energy-conscious design keeps long-term power consumption and overhead costs low.

Excellent

File Accessibility

LTFS support makes tape data feel as accessible as standard disk.

Good

Key Specs

Manufacturer

HPE

Part No

BC022A

Format

LTO-8 Ultrium Internal Tape Drive

Native Capacity

12 TB

Compressed Capacity

30 TB

Native Data Transfer Rate

300 MB/s

Compressed Data Transfer Rate

750 MB/s

Host Interface

6 Gb/s SAS

Encryption

AES 256-bit

Form Factor

5.25-inch half-height

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