HP Q6Q68A - HP Half-Height LTO-8 SAS Tape Drive for Library
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Description
HP Q6Q68A - HP Half-Height LTO-8 SAS Tape Drive for Library
The HP Half-Height LTO-8 SAS Tape Drive offers a robust storage solution ideal for IT departments and system integrators seeking reliable and scalable data management. With a native capacity of 12 TB and a compressed capacity of up to 30 TB, this storage drive caters to extensive data archiving needs, ensuring ample room for growth. Its Linear Tape-Open (LTO) technology, combined with a 2.5:1 compression ratio, provides efficient data handling and long-term retention, crucial for businesses managing large volumes of information.
Designed for seamless integration, the tape drive is compatible with HP's StoreEver MSL series, including models such as the MSL2024 and MSL6480, making it a versatile component in existing IT infrastructures. Its Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface ensures high-speed data transfer, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing downtime during data retrieval and backup operations. The 5.25" half-height form factor allows for space-efficient deployment in a variety of storage setups, facilitating easy installation and maintenance.
Weighing 3.06 kg and measuring 335 mm in height, 374.9 mm in width, and 175 mm in depth, this internal storage drive is engineered to deliver consistent performance while maintaining a compact footprint. By choosing HP's SAS tape drive, businesses can achieve cost-effective storage management with the reliability and scalability necessary to support dynamic data environments.
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Co2 Savings | 0 |
| Logistics data | |
|---|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84719000 |
| Performance | |
| Compatible products | StoreEver MSL 1/8 Autoloader, StoreEver MSL2024, StoreEver MSL4048, StoreEver MSL3040, StoreEver MSL6480 |
| Compression ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Data storage type | LTO |
| Form factor | 5.25" Half-height |
| Interface | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
| Internal | Yes |
| Media type | Tape Cartridge |
| Product type | Storage drive |
| Storage | |
| Compressed capacity | 30 TB |
| Native capacity | 12 TB |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Depth | 175 mm |
| Height | 335 mm |
| Weight | 3.06 kg |
| Width | 374.9 mm |
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