HP EH900B LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS FH External Tape Drive 1.5TB/3TB

Capacity

The HP EH900B External Tape Drive is a high-performance storage solution that offers an impressive capacity of 1.5TB/3TB. This means that users can store a large amount of data, including important documents, files, and multimedia content, all in one place.

Efficient Data Management

With such a substantial storage capacity, users can efficiently manage their data without the need for multiple storage devices. This eliminates the hassle of constantly transferring and organizing files across various devices.

Whether you are a professional working with large datasets or a home user with extensive multimedia collections, the EH900B External Tape Drive ensures that you have enough space to store all your valuable information.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

The 1.5TB/3TB capacity of the EH900B External Tape Drive offers scalability for future growth. As your data storage needs increase over time, this tape drive can accommodate the expanding demands without requiring additional hardware purchases.

Investing in a high-capacity tape drive like the EH900B not only provides sufficient storage for current needs but also ensures that you are prepared for future advancements in data storage technology.

Data Backup and Disaster Recovery

The EH900B External Tape Drive's large capacity is particularly beneficial for users who prioritize data backup and disaster recovery. With ample storage space, you can create multiple copies of critical data and have them readily available for recovery in case of unexpected events such as hardware failures or data corruption.

By regularly backing up your files to the EH900B tape drive, you can safeguard your important data and minimize the risk of permanent loss.

Reliability and Long-Term Data Preservation

In addition to its generous capacity, the EH900B External Tape Drive offers exceptional reliability and durability. The tape-based storage technology used in this drive ensures long-term data preservation, making it an ideal choice for archiving purposes.

Unlike traditional hard drives or solid-state drives that may have limited lifespans, tapes have a proven track record of preserving data for extended periods. This makes the EH900B an excellent investment for organizations and individuals who need to store data securely for the long term.

Technology

The HP EH900B External Tape Drive utilizes LTO-5 (Linear Tape-Open 5) technology, offering users a range of benefits and important features.

High Performance and Data Transfer Speeds

LTO-5 technology provides impressive data transfer speeds, allowing users to quickly store and retrieve their data. This is especially advantageous for businesses and professionals who deal with large files or need to perform frequent data transfers.

The fast data transfer speeds offered by LTO-5 technology ensure that you can access your stored information swiftly, saving valuable time and enhancing overall productivity.

Data Encryption and Security

One of the key advantages of LTO-5 technology is its built-in encryption capabilities. This means that you can encrypt your data before storing it on the EH900B External Tape Drive, ensuring the highest level of security for your sensitive information.

By encrypting your data, you can protect it from unauthorized access and ensure that even if the physical drive falls into the wrong hands, your information remains secure.

Compatibility and Interoperability

LTO-5 technology is designed to be backward compatible with previous generations of LTO drives. This means that you can use LTO-5 tapes in older LTO drives, ensuring seamless interoperability and preserving compatibility with existing tape libraries and backup systems.

With the HP EH900B External Tape Drive, you can take advantage of the advanced features and benefits of LTO-5 technology while maintaining compatibility with your existing infrastructure.

Interface

The EH900B External Tape Drive features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, offering users a range of benefits and important features.

High Data Transfer Rates

The SAS interface provides high data transfer rates that are crucial for efficient backup and restore operations. With faster transfer speeds compared to other interfaces, such as USB or FireWire, the SAS interface ensures that your data is backed up or restored quickly and efficiently.

For businesses dealing with large amounts of data, the ability to transfer information swiftly is essential for maintaining productivity and minimizing downtime.

Reliability and Scalability

SAS is known for its reliability and scalability. The EH900B External Tape Drive's SAS interface ensures stable connections and reliable data transfers, reducing the risk of errors or data loss during backup or restore operations.

In addition, the SAS interface allows for easy scalability. You can connect multiple SAS devices, such as tape drives or storage arrays, to a single SAS controller, expanding your storage capacity without sacrificing performance.

Daisy-Chaining and Simplified Setup

The SAS interface also supports daisy-chaining, which enables you to connect multiple devices in a chain without requiring individual connections to the host system. This simplifies the setup process and reduces cable clutter.

By utilizing daisy-chaining capabilities, you can easily expand your storage infrastructure by connecting additional tape drives or other SAS devices to your existing setup.

Form Factor

The EH900B External Tape Drive features a FH (Full Height) form factor, providing users with various benefits and important features.

Enhanced Durability and Space Efficiency

Full Height form factor drives are known for their robustness and durability. The EH900B External Tape Drive's FH design ensures that the drive is well-protected, minimizing the risk of damage from external factors.

In addition to its durability, the FH form factor offers space efficiency. By utilizing the available vertical space within a server or storage enclosure, the EH900B maximizes storage capacity without occupying unnecessary horizontal space.

Compatibility with Standard Server Configurations

The FH form factor is widely supported in standard server configurations. This ensures that the EH900B External Tape Drive can seamlessly integrate into your existing infrastructure without requiring any modifications or additional hardware.

Whether you have a rack-mounted server or a tower server, the HP EH900B's FH form factor allows for easy installation and compatibility with various server models.

Easy Maintenance and Serviceability

The FH form factor also offers convenient maintenance and serviceability. The larger size of the drive allows for easier access to internal components, simplifying maintenance tasks such as tape replacement or drive cleaning.

By opting for a tape drive with a Full Height form factor like the EH900B, you can ensure that routine maintenance activities are hassle-free and can be performed quickly, minimizing downtime.