Name: 7P02M Dell PowerVault LTO6 Fibre Channel FH Tape Drive for ML6000
Brand: Dell
SKU: 7P02M
Price: 942.29 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 7P02M Dell PowerVault LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive is designed to provide reliable, high-speed tape backup and archiving within ML6000 library systems. It fits securely into half-height slots and leverages Fibre Channel connectivity to maintain consistent data throughput, making it a solid option for enterprise data protection setups.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	7P02M

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium 6 (LTO-6 tape cartridge)
Capacity Compressed	6.25 TB (2.5:1 compression)
Capacity Native	2.5 TB
Recording Format	LTO Ultrium 6 (Linear Tape Open)
Backward Compatibility	Read LTO-5 and LTO-4; Write LTO-5
Cache	512 MB
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

Product Description
The 7P02M Dell PowerVault LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive is built for efficient data backup and archival storage, delivering strong performance in enterprise environments. It's often found in data centers and IT infrastructures where large volumes of data need secure, fast, and reliable handling. Commonly used in conjunction with ML6000 tape libraries, this tape drive serves IT professionals managing storage solutions who require dependable hardware to maintain business continuity and data protection. Key Features Offers Fibre Channel connectivity for fast and stable data transfers Supports half-height form factor to fit ML6000 library modules Capable of native transfer speeds up to 160 MB/s Provides robust compression technology to maximize storage capacity Compatible with LTO Ultrium 6 media for broad industry support This tape drive is typically deployed within backup and recovery operations in medium to large enterprises. It plays a vital role in safeguarding data through reliable archiving and fast retrieval when needed. Its integration with PowerVault ML6000 libraries makes it a practical choice for organizations aiming to optimize their tape library usage without sacrificing performance or storage efficiency.

Use Cases
The 7P02M Dell PowerVault LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers where high-throughput and reliable tape backup solutions are essential. It is well-suited for IT environments managing large-scale data retention, compliance archiving, and disaster recovery operations, particularly those utilizing Dell ML6000 library systems. How It's Used: Enterprise IT departments leveraging ML6000 libraries for centralized backup of virtualized server environments. Data centers performing long-term archival of regulated financial or healthcare records requiring high data integrity. Backup administrators in large organizations managing rapid data ingestion from Fibre Channel SAN infrastructures. Remote office data consolidation through centralized tape backup within a distributed enterprise network. Media and entertainment companies archiving high-volume video content in storage clusters for preservation and retrieval. This tape drive supports operational efficiency by enabling scalable backup workflows and consistent data transfer rates in demanding storage environments. Its integration with ML6000 libraries helps maintain streamlined archiving processes vital for business continuity and compliance.