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AJ042A HP 1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 FC Internal Tape Drive

SKU:
AJ042A
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 1600GB native capacity, up to 3200GB compressed
  • LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 FC interface for fast data transfer
  • Internal tape drive designed for HP servers and storage systems
  • Reliable backup and archiving solution for large data sets
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$597.00

Product Overview

The HP AJ042A 1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 FC Internal Tape Drive offers high-capacity tape storage with fast Fibre Channel connectivity, fitting seamlessly into HP server environments. It’s a dependable solution for backing up and archiving large data sets, commonly used in business and data center settings where reliability and speed matter most.

General Information

Brand HP

Technical Information

Media Type LTO Ultrium tape cartridge
Capacity Compressed 1600 GB (1.6 TB, 2:1 compression)
Capacity Native 800 GB
Recording Format LTO-4 (Ultrium 1840)
Backward Compatibility LTO-3
Cache 64 MB
Hot Pluggable No
Hot Swappable No

Interfaces/Ports

Interface Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 5.00

Miscellaneous

Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL


Product Description

The HP AJ042A 1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 FC Internal Tape Drive is built for efficient data backup and long-term archiving. It’s often found in enterprise environments where managing large volumes of data securely and reliably is critical. This tape drive fits inside compatible HP servers and storage arrays, making it a practical choice for IT professionals tasked with data protection.

Commonly used in data centers and backup facilities, this drive supports fast Fibre Channel connectivity to keep backups both swift and dependable. IT administrators and system managers benefit from its robust design and compatibility with existing HP hardware, ensuring smooth integration into current workflows.

Key Features

  • Offers 1600GB native and up to 3200GB compressed storage capacity
  • Utilizes Fibre Channel interface for consistent high-speed data transfer
  • Compatible with HP storage systems, simplifying integration
  • Supports hardware-based encryption to protect sensitive data
  • Designed to handle demanding backup and archiving tasks efficiently

This tape drive is typically deployed in enterprise backup environments, where large amounts of data need to be archived regularly. Its reliability and speed help organizations maintain secure data archives without interrupting daily operations. It’s a practical choice for facilities aiming to extend the life of their data and ensure easy recovery when needed.


Use Cases

The AJ042A HP LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Internal Tape Drive is primarily utilized in enterprise data centers and medium to large-scale IT environments where high-throughput backup and archival of vast datasets are critical. IT professionals managing virtualized servers and storage clusters benefit from its integration within HP server infrastructures for efficient data protection workflows.

How It's Used:

  • Archiving compliance data in financial institutions requiring secure, long-term retention within centralized storage racks.
  • Backup operations in virtualized enterprise environments to reduce backup windows via high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity.
  • Data protection in HP BladeSystem deployments where internal tape drives optimize rack space and connectivity.
  • Supporting edge computing sites with intermittent network access by enabling local high-capacity backups before data transmission.
  • Disaster recovery staging in large-scale data centers requiring scalable tape storage to complement disk-based systems.

This tape drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering reliable, high-capacity storage that aligns with demanding backup schedules and scalability requirements. Its Fibre Channel interface ensures consistent performance within complex IT infrastructures, facilitating seamless integration into existing data protection strategies.


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AJ042A HP 1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 FC Internal Tape Drive
AJ042A HP 1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 FC Internal Tape Drive
$597.00