Name: M3HCC Dell LTO-7 15TB SAS Tape Drive High-Speed Backup Storage
Brand: Dell
SKU: M3HCC
Price: 5817.37 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The M3HCC Dell LTO-7 15TB SAS Tape Drive provides a reliable way to store large volumes of data on physical tape media, using a SAS connection to maintain fast and secure data transfers. It fits seamlessly into enterprise backup systems where scalable, long-term storage solutions are needed without constant power consumption or network dependency.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	M3HCC

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium magnetic tape cartridge
Capacity Compressed	15 TB (2.5:1 compression)
Capacity Native	6 TB
Recording Format	LTO Ultrium (LTO-7)
Backward Compatibility	Write LTO-6, Read LTO-6
Cache	512 MB
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The M3HCC Dell LTO-7 15TB SAS Tape Drive is designed for robust data storage and long-term archiving. It provides a high-capacity tape solution that fits well in enterprise backup environments and data centers needing dependable media for data retention. Often found in IT workflows where large volumes of data require secure, offline storage, this tape drive suits organizations that prioritize cost-effective and scalable backups. It’s built for professionals managing extensive archives or disaster recovery systems. Key Features Supports 15TB compressed storage, ideal for large datasets Uses a SAS interface for consistent and fast data transfer speeds Compatible with Dell server infrastructure and libraries Offers hardware-based encryption for data security Designed to reduce total cost of ownership in backup strategies Typically, this tape drive is deployed in enterprise environments, media production, and scientific research where preserving data integrity over time is critical. It plays an important role in backing up critical information and maintaining archival records without taxing network storage resources.

Use Cases
The M3HCC Dell LTO-7 tape drive is designed for enterprise environments requiring secure, long-term data retention with minimal footprint. Organizations with large-scale backup needs, such as data centers and media production houses, benefit from its high-capacity and fast throughput via SAS connectivity. How It's Used: Data centers implementing hierarchical storage management to offload infrequently accessed data onto tape archives. Enterprise IT departments performing nightly backups of virtualization clusters to ensure disaster recovery readiness. Media and entertainment companies archiving high-resolution video assets where cost-effective, durable storage is essential. Remote office locations leveraging tape drives in conjunction with Dell tape libraries for centralized backup consolidation. Financial institutions adhering to regulatory compliance by maintaining encrypted, offline tape backups of transaction logs. By integrating into existing SAS-based infrastructure, this tape drive supports scalable backup strategies that reduce reliance on disk storage and network bandwidth. Its compatibility with Dell servers and libraries ensures streamlined operations, enabling organizations to manage data growth efficiently while maintaining high transfer performance.

M3HCC Dell LTO-7 15TB SAS Tape Drive High-Speed Backup Storage

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases