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| Product Overview |
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The BL540A HP LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive is a reliable storage device designed to handle large-scale data backups and archiving tasks. It fits well into enterprise environments where data integrity and long-term storage are essential, connecting via SAS to deliver steady performance and compatibility with existing tape media. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | HP |
| Technical Information | |
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| Media Type | LTO Ultrium 5 (LTO-5) tape |
| Capacity Compressed | 3 TB (compressed, 2:1) |
| Recording Format | LTO Ultrium (LTO-5) |
| Backward Compatibility | Read LTO-3, Read/Write LTO-4 |
| Hot Pluggable | Yes |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
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| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s |
| Physical Characteristics | |
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| Condition | Refurbished |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus |
| Product Description |
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The BL540A HP LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive is built for efficient data backup and archival in enterprise environments. It offers a native capacity of 1.5TB and up to 3TB with compression, making it suitable for handling large volumes of data. Often found in data centers and IT departments, this tape drive provides a robust storage solution for businesses needing secure and long-term data retention. Commonly used in backup servers and storage arrays, the drive supports a SAS interface to ensure fast and reliable connectivity. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its durability and compatibility with previous generation LTO media, easing transitions and protecting existing tape investments. Key Features
Typically deployed in enterprise backup environments, the BL540A tape drive helps organizations secure critical data over the long term. Its balance of capacity and speed makes it a practical choice for routine backup cycles or archival storage. With reliable media support and proven durability, it plays a key role in comprehensive data protection strategies. |