Name: AK377A HP LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 6.40 TB (Native) 12.80 TB (Compressed) Rack-Mountable Tape Storage Autoloader
Brand: HP
SKU: AK377A
Price: 1188.15 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AK377A HP LTO-4 Ultrium autoloader offers reliable tape storage with up to 6.40 TB of native capacity and automated loading capabilities. It fits neatly into standard racks and is commonly used to simplify backup tasks and improve data management in busy IT environments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AK377A

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO-4 Ultrium
Capacity Compressed	12.80 TB
Capacity Native	6.40 TB
Recording Format	LTO-4 (Linear Tape-Open Ultrium)
Backward Compatibility	LTO-3
Cache	64 MB

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The AK377A HP LTO-4 Ultrium tape storage autoloader is designed to streamline backup and archive processes. It's commonly used in data centers and IT environments where reliable, high-capacity tape storage is essential. Built for medium to large organizations, the autoloader helps manage large volumes of data with minimal manual intervention. Often found in environments requiring long-term data retention, this device supports efficient backup cycles and disaster recovery workflows. It appeals to IT professionals and system administrators looking for a dependable, scalable tape solution. Key Features High native storage capacity of 6.40 TB with compression doubling effective space Maintains data integrity with LTO-4 Ultrium's robust error correction Rack-mountable chassis saves valuable server room space Automated tape loading reduces manual handling and improves workflow Compatible with a variety of backup software and enterprise systems This tape autoloader typically sits in server racks within corporate data centers or backup facilities. Its role is to keep backups organized and accessible without continuous supervision. In practice, it helps organizations meet data retention policies and ensures important information is securely stored over the long term.

Use Cases
The AK377A HP LTO-4 Ultrium tape autoloader is predominantly utilized in enterprise IT settings and data centers where high-capacity, automated backup solutions are essential. It is particularly beneficial for IT teams managing growing data archives requiring efficient tape rotation within rack-mounted infrastructure. How It's Used: Automated backup and archival in mid-size to large-scale data centers with dense rack deployments. Disaster recovery tape management for virtualization environments requiring reliable offline storage. Long-term data retention in regulated industries like finance or healthcare with compliance-driven storage policies. Edge computing sites needing compact, automated tape solutions integrated within server racks. Backup operations in managed service provider environments handling multiple client data streams. This autoloader streamlines tape handling workflows, reducing manual intervention and improving backup reliability. Its rackable design supports scalability and efficient use of data center space, facilitating integration within complex storage architectures.