The HP StorageWorks SB1760c Tape Blade (part number AQ697AR) is a versatile LTO Ultrium 5 tape drive designed for data backup and archiving, specifically engineered to fit into c-Class enclosures. This blade format doesn’t require external cabling, allowing seamless integration into HP BladeSystem environments. The tape drive employs a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer at rates up to 140 MB/s, with the additional flexibility of 6 Gb/s SAS infrastructure compatibility.
With a native storage capacity of up to 1.5 TB and up to 3 TB with compression, the HP StorageWorks SB1760c is a robust solution for managing large volumes of data in high-performance computing environments. It also supports LTO Ultrium 4 media for backward compatibility, making it adaptable for infrastructures using earlier tape generations. Its ability to deliver both restore and backup capabilities at high speeds efficiently addresses enterprise needs for timely data access and storage.
This blade tape drive integrates seamlessly within HP BladeSystems, offering a reliable solution for reducing data centre clutter by eliminating the need for traditional, large, rack-mounted tape drives. Additionally, the native encryption feature provides data security, protecting sensitive information during the backup and archiving processes. The HP StorageWorks SB1760c Tape Blade also supports continuous data protection to enhance data integrity. Slot efficiency is maximised by fitting into a half-height bay within the BladeSystem chassis, making it an ideal choice for IT professionals with scalable storage demands.
EOL Technology Services offers professional consultation and support for the HP StorageWorks SB1760c Tape Blade (AQ697AR). We provide replacement parts, ensuring your systems continue to function optimally. Our specialists also deliver personalised assistance, helping you integrate and maintain your tape drive quickly and efficiently over its operational life cycle.
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We can provide ongoing storage support, troubleshooting, performance optimisation, and a range of on-site data storage maintenance contracts to keep your system infrastructure running.
Yes, we offer professional installation and configuration services to ensure the part is set up correctly and integrated seamlessly into any existing infrastructure.
Certainly! We can assess your storage needs, performance requirements, and growth plans to recommend the most suitable hardware for your organisation.
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