Name: 706825-001 HP 2.50TB/6.25TB LTO-6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive for StoreEver MSL
Brand: HP
SKU: 706825-001
Price: 579.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 2.50TB/6.25TB LTO-6 Fibre Channel Drive is an enterprise-grade tape storage device tailored for HP StoreEver MSL tape libraries. It balances high storage capacity with fast Fibre Channel connectivity, fitting well in data centers focused on backup and archival tasks.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium 6 (LTO-6)
Capacity Compressed	6.25 TB (2.5:1)
Capacity Native	2.5 TB
Recording Format	Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium 6
Backward Compatibility	Read/write LTO-5; Read LTO-4
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus

Product Description
This HP LTO-6 Fibre Channel tape drive offers wide compatibility with various StoreEver tape libraries, providing reliable high-capacity storage for backup and archival needs. It's often found in data centers and IT environments where long-term data retention and fast access are important. Built for enterprises looking to maintain large data sets securely, this drive supports efficient data compression, helping maximize tape usage. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its robust performance and compatibility with multiple automation solutions. Key Features Supports up to 2.5TB native storage and 6.25TB compressed capacity Fibre Channel interface enables high-speed connections with tape libraries Works seamlessly with multiple HP StoreEver MSL tape library models Designed to handle large-scale data backup and archiving projects Offers reliable data integrity and proven durability for enterprise environments The drive is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and medium to large organizations that rely on tape automation for backup and disaster recovery. Its durability and capacity make it a practical choice for managing substantial data volumes over time.

Use Cases
The HP 2.50TB/6.25TB LTO-6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive is primarily deployed in data center environments where large-scale, reliable backup and archival storage is critical. Organizations managing extensive data archives or requiring robust disaster recovery solutions benefit from its high capacity and Fibre Channel connectivity, especially when integrated within HP StoreEver MSL tape libraries. How It's Used: Enterprise IT departments utilize the tape drive for long-term retention of compliance data across regulated industries such as finance and healthcare. Data centers implement the drive within automated tape libraries to streamline nightly backups of virtualization infrastructure and critical databases. Managed service providers deploy the solution to offer scalable offsite archival services for clients with large data footprints. Research institutions use the tape drive to securely store and preserve large volumes of scientific data sets over extended periods. Media and entertainment companies archive high-resolution video assets for post-production and future retrieval in rack-mounted tape library configurations. By leveraging the HP LTO-6 tape drive’s integration with HP StoreEver MSL libraries and Fibre Channel connectivity, organizations can efficiently manage growing data volumes while maintaining high throughput and reliability. This supports operational continuity and scalability within enterprise storage infrastructures.