Mounting kit HPE BC029A

The HPE StoreEver Rack-mount Kit (Mounting kit HPE BC029A) is a 1U rack-mount solution designed to hold tape drives and removable-disk backup devices in a standard server rack. It supports both SAS and USB interfaces and can accommodate a combination of LTO tape drives and RDX docks in a single 1U enclosure. The kit is intended for secure, space-efficient installation in HP Enterprise environments and has a black metallic finish for durability and rack compatibility.

Advantages

This 1U mounting kit supports up to two half-height internal tape drives or up to two internal RDX docks, allowing flexible configurations for mixed backup and archiving workflows. By supporting both SAS and USB interfaces in a generic format, it enables direct-attach backup and archiving using LTO drives and RDX removable-disk systems in the same chassis. The compact 1U form factor saves rack space while providing a secure installation for enterprise backup hardware.

Suitable for

• Rack-mounted backup and archival installations using HPE LTO tape drives
• Deployments combining LTO drives and RDX removable-disk docks in a single 1U unit
• Direct-attach USB or SAS backup setups in data centers and server rooms
• HP Enterprise rack environments requiring a compact, durable mounting solution

Key specifications

• Form factor: 1U rack-mount kit
• Supported interfaces: SAS and USB (generic format)
• Drive capacity (example): up to two half-height LTO tape drives (supports up to 60 TB compressed using two HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 drives)
• RDX support: up to two internal HPE RDX docks (example capacity up to 8 TB per session using two HPE RDX 4 TB USB removable drives)
• Finish: black metallic
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): BC029A

How to use

Install the 1U mounting kit into a standard 19-inch server rack using the supplied mounting hardware. Securely mount half-height tape drives or RDX docks into the internal bays according to the included installation instructions and route SAS or USB connections to the host backup server or appliance. Confirm proper power connections and verify device detection in the operating system or backup software before starting backup or archive operations.

Recommendations

Place the mounted kit in a cooled, dust-free rack location with adequate airflow. Use compatible HPE-certified tape drives and RDX cartridges for optimal reliability and follow vendor guidelines for LTO maintenance and cartridge handling. Regularly test backups and monitor device status in your backup software to ensure data integrity.