The HP StorageWorks Ultrium 3280 Drive Upgrade Kit, part number BL535AR, is a robust tape library drive module designed for enterprises requiring reliable backup solutions. This device features LTO Ultrium 5 technology, providing high-performance storage with a capacity of 1.5 TB native and up to 3 TB compressed. The kit is designed with a Fibre Channel interface, offering fast data transfer speeds of up to 280 MB/s.
This particular tape drive is compatible with several HP tape libraries, enabling enhanced scalability and seamless integration into existing infrastructures. The included drive module supports hardware-based encryption, ensuring secure data protection for sensitive information. Additionally, the Ultrium 3280 drive supports WORM (Write Once Read Many) functionality, which is ideal for businesses that need immutable, unalterable storage for compliance or archival purposes.
The drive upgrade kit is built with enterprise-level durability in mind, ensuring continuous reliability for data-intensive operations. With its backward compatibility, the LTO 5 tape drive in the BL535AR kit can read and write to LTO-4 media and read LTO-3 media, offering versatility for users who wish to retain older tape cartridges as part of their data retention strategy. This flexibility makes the Ultrium 3280 an excellent choice for organisations of any size.
In summary, this LTO tape drive upgrade kit improves storage capacity and security, offering encryption, backwards compatibility, and fast data transfer using Fibre Channel, making it a suitable component for businesses looking to bolster their tape storage capabilities.
EOL Technology Services provides comprehensive support for part number BL535AR, offering professional services such as installation guidance, troubleshooting, and maintenance. We also supply certified replacement parts for sustained performance and longevity, ensuring that your tape library operates at peak efficiency.
