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Description

HPE BC042A#ABA LTO-9 External Tape Drive

Overview

The HPE BC042A#ABA is an external LTO-9 tape drive designed for high-capacity data archiving and backup. It provides 45TB of native storage per cartridge, enabling efficient long-term data retention for critical business information. This drive is suited for environments requiring robust, offline data protection against ransomware and hardware failure.

Compatibility

This HPE LTO-9 tape drive is compatible with systems supporting LTO-9 media and the appropriate interface (e.g., SAS). It is designed to integrate with enterprise backup and archiving software solutions. Specific server and operating system compatibility should be verified against HPE's compatibility matrix for the BC042A#ABA model.

Installation Notes

Requires a SAS interface connection to the host system and appropriate power. Ensure the host system has the necessary drivers and backup software installed and configured for LTO-9 tape drives. Environmental operating conditions must be within the manufacturer's specifications for temperature and humidity to ensure reliable operation and media longevity.

What's in the Box

  • 1x HPE LTO-9 45000 EXT Tape DRV
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HPE LTO-9 45000 EXT Tape DRV - BC042A#ABA

$21,100.00
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