Name: EH958B HP 1.5TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 6Gb/s SAS External Tape Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: EH958B
Price: 644.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StoreEver LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 Tape Drive is a reliable external storage device designed to handle high-capacity backups and archiving. Its 1.5TB native capacity and 6Gb/s SAS interface make it suitable for IT environments focused on long-term data preservation and quick access within existing infrastructure.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO-5 Ultrium, Magnetic Tape
Capacity Compressed	3 TB (2:1 compressed)
Capacity Native	1.5 TB
Recording Format	LTO-5 (Ultrium)
Backward Compatibility	Read: LTO-4, LTO-3; Write: LTO-4
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

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

Product Description
The HP StoreEver LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 Tape Drive provides high-capacity, reliable data storage ideal for backup and archiving. It uses Linear Tape-Open (LTO) technology to deliver fast, efficient tape backups suitable for businesses managing large volumes of data. Often found in enterprise data centers or IT departments, this drive connects through a 6Gb/s SAS interface, supporting rapid data movement. It's built for IT professionals who need consistent, long-term storage without sacrificing speed or compatibility. Key Features Offers 1.5TB native and up to 3TB compressed storage per cartridge Uses LTO-5 Ultrium format for broad hardware support and reliability 6Gb/s SAS connection ensures quick data access and transfer External 5.25" form factor fits common server enclosures Supports hardware-based encryption and WORM functionality This tape drive is typically deployed in backup racks, server rooms, or offsite storage setups where large volumes of data must be archived securely. It’s a practical choice for businesses looking to maintain data integrity over time with proven tape storage technology.

Use Cases
The EH958B HP LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 Tape Drive is commonly deployed in medium to large enterprise IT environments requiring high-capacity, reliable backup solutions. It is especially suited for organizations managing extensive datasets that need to be archived for compliance or disaster recovery, where fast data transfer rates and integration with SAS infrastructure are critical. How It's Used: Data centers performing regular backup operations on large virtualization clusters to ensure rapid data recovery. Enterprise IT departments archiving regulatory compliance records with secure, long-term retention requirements. Remote office locations utilizing external tape drives to offload critical data backups without impacting primary network bandwidth. High-performance computing environments storing simulation outputs and research data with scalable tape storage solutions. Storage clusters using the drive for tiered backup strategies to optimize on-premises storage utilization. This tape drive supports operational efficiency by enabling scalable backup capacity that aligns with growing data demands. Its compatibility with standard external bays and high-speed SAS interface facilitates seamless integration into existing storage architectures, improving overall data management workflows.