The HP Ultrium 1840, with the part number EH861B, is a high-performance tape drive designed for large-scale data backup and archival tasks. This model supports the LTO Ultrium format, providing a great balance between capacity, reliability, and speed. With the LTO-4 generation technology, the Ultrium 1840 can store up to 800 GB of native data on a single tape, which extends to 1.6 TB when compressed. The drive operates using a high-speed SAS interface, supporting transfer rates of up to 240 MB/sec to ensure data is written and retrieved swiftly.
Featuring support for both WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality and encryption, this drive offers a secure solution for long-term data retention, ideal for meeting compliance regulations. The durable design also ensures reliability in heavy-duty data centres, handling extensive cycles of tape reads and writes over its lifespan. Moreover, the HP Ultrium 1840 utilises a standard 5.25-inch full-height form factor, making it suitable for easy integration into a wide range of server and storage configurations.
The LTO Ultrium technology utilised in this drive is designed for backward read compatibility, which means the drive can read LTO-3 tapes and write/read on LTO-4 tapes. This makes it a versatile and future-ready tool for businesses leveraging tape technologies for large volumes of data storage. Its built-in hardware-based encryption ensures that all archives remain secure, whilst maintaining compatibility with existing LTO frameworks.
EOL Technology Services provides expert assistance with the EH861B tape drive, offering both professional services and access to replacement parts. Whether you need help installing, configuring, or servicing the unit, our team is ready to support your operational needs.
