HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive - 6TB Native / 15TB Compressed, SAS 6Gb/s, AES 256-bit, Desktop

Data growth is relentless, and traditional backup methods often fall short when you need fast, reliable protection for large volumes of information. The HPE StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 External Tape Drive tackles this challenge with a massive 6 TB native capacity per cartridge, expanding to 15 TB with 2.5:1 compression. It delivers a native transfer rate of 300 MB/s, so even multi-terabyte backups complete quickly, while AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps sensitive data secure without slowing performance.

Who is it for

This drive is ideal for small and medium businesses, remote offices, or IT departments that need a cost-effective, long-term archival solution. It suits environments where data must be retained for compliance, disaster recovery, or simply to free up primary storage. If you handle large datasets—such as video archives, databases, or virtual machine images—and need a reliable offline backup target, this tape drive is built for you.

Main features

• LTO Ultrium 7 technology with 6 TB native and 15 TB compressed capacity per tape.
• High-speed SAS interface (6 Gb/s) for fast data transfer.
• Native data transfer rate of 300 MB/s (750 MB/s compressed).
• Hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption for secure data at rest.
• Backward read compatibility with LTO-6 and LTO-5 media, and write compatibility with LTO-6.
• 1 GB buffer to smooth data flow and maintain performance.
• External desktop form factor with easy connection and portability.
• Includes HPE StoreOpen Standalone and LTFS software.

Specifications

• Tape Technology: LTO Ultrium 7
• Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI), 6 Gb/s
• Drive Type: External
• Native Capacity: 6 TB
• Compressed Capacity: 15 TB (2.5:1 compression)
• Native Data Transfer Rate: 300 MB/s
• Compressed Data Transfer Rate: 750 MB/s
• Buffer Size: 1 GB
• Encryption: AES 256-bit Hardware Encryption
• Read/Write Compatibility: LTO-7, LTO-6
• Read Only Compatibility: LTO-5
• Form Factor: Desktop
• MTBF: 250,000 hours
• Power Supply: External AC 100-240V
• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
• Included Software: HPE StoreOpen Standalone, LTFS

Tips

For optimal performance and longevity, use LTO-7 cartridges and clean the drive regularly with a cleaning cartridge. Store tapes in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Ensure your backup software supports LTO-7 and hardware encryption to take full advantage of the drive's capabilities.