HPE
HPE BC042AABA LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 SAS backup drive
Provides up to 45 TB compressed capacity on a single cartridge with SAS connectivity
- Up to 45 TB compressed capacity per cartridge
- SAS interface for broad server compatibility
- HPE StoreOpen with LTFS enables self-describing file-based storage
- Built-in encryption secures confidential data for compliance
- Adaptive drive speed maximises streaming performance and reliability
HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 SAS Drive
This HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 tape drive uses a SAS interface to write up to 45 TB of compressed data on a single cartridge. It supports LTFS for open-format file storage and includes hardware encryption for data security. The drive adjusts speed dynamically to maintain streaming and reduce wear on media. It is qualified for HPE and non-HPE servers from vendors such as Dell, IBM, and Sun.
Who this suits and who should look elsewhere
Organisations needing high-capacity, offline backup with long-term retention and regulatory compliance will benefit from the 45 TB compressed capacity and encryption. Buyers who require random-access speed, primary storage performance, or a disk-based array should consider other storage types. Environments without a SAS host bus adapter or available external SAS port cannot connect this unit.
Deciding specification: SAS interface
The drive connects exclusively through a SAS interface, so a compatible SAS controller or HBA with an external port is mandatory. Without that connection the drive cannot operate, regardless of software or capacity needs. Verify your server or workstation has the required SAS connectivity before purchase.
Highlights
- Up to 45 TB compressed capacity per cartridge
- SAS interface for broad server compatibility
- HPE StoreOpen with LTFS enables self-describing file-based storage
- Built-in encryption secures confidential data for compliance
- Adaptive drive speed maximises streaming performance and reliability
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
How can I verify the LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 drive is streaming correctly after installation?
The drive adjusts its speed to maintain streaming, reducing start/stop cycles; monitor backup software logs for consistent throughput without frequent repositioning.
What comes with the BC042AABA external tape drive and what must I purchase separately?
The unit includes the SAS drive enclosure; LTO-9 cartridges, SAS cables, HPE StoreOpen software licences and a host bus adapter are sold separately.
Which capacity rating should I plan for when buying cartridges for this 45000 model?
Each LTO-9 cartridge provides up to 45 TB of compressed capacity, so select media based on that native compressed figure.
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