User Manual

QuickSpecs
HPE StoreEver LTO Ultrium Tape Drives
Features
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• High-Capacity: Large-capacity drive capable of storing up to 15TB (with LTO-7) of compressed storage on a single
cartridge, requiring fewer data cartridges to meet storage needs, significantly reducing IT and archiving costs
• Ease of use with LTFS and HPE StoreOpen - providing a self-describing file system with HPE LTO-5 or higher
generation cartridges, which enables the combined archiving benefits of application independence, transportability and
protection from obsolescence.
• Secure: AES 256 bit data encryption and support for WORM media provide a secure method for long-term retention of
critical data records
• Fast: Fast data transfer rate up to 300 MB/sec (LTO-7 native) to meet demands of even the tightest backup window
• Manageable: HPE Library and Tape Tools (LTT) provides HPE TapeAssure health monitoring and operational
information on performance and utilization for peace of mind and to allow you to optimize your configuration to get the
most out of your drives and media as well as help with installation and troubleshooting Affordable: high capacity combined
with low media cost delivers an exceptionally low cost of ownership and ensures a faster return on investment
• Reliable: HPE's exclusive data rate matching feature automatically adjusts the drive's read and write speed based on the
server and network environment, which increases performance, reduces mechanical wear on the drive, and extends tape
life. Soft-load feature automatically takes the data cartridge and moves it into the load position. Advanced tape leader
capture design ensures fail-safe cartridge loading. Active head cleaning provides automated cleaning that increases head
life and reduces the need for using the cleaning cartridge. Lower power consumption for maximum reliability with
minimum environmental costs
• Compatible: qualified/tested on all industry-leading operating systems, backup software and servers. Fully read-and-
write
compatible with LTO Ultrium drives and media from other manufacturers
• Agile: choice of models including internal, external and rack-mount to meet your backup configuration needs inside and
outside of the server
• Value: Includes the option to download Yosemite Server Backup Basic backup and recovery software, see:
www.barracudaware.com/ysbbasic
• Investment Protection: delivers a compelling technology roadmap that offers higher capacity and performance tape
solutions with backward read and write compatibility for previous drive generations
• Open: based on the LTO technology open standard, delivering customers a greater choice of vendors and solutions
without compromising compatibility across Ultrium products