The HP StorageWorks Ultrium 1840 (part number: EH854A#ABA) is a high-performance tape drive designed for robust data storage and backup needs. It supports the LTO Ultrium 4 standard, offering a native storage capacity of 800GB and up to 1.6TB with data compression, underlining its value for medium to large enterprises. It is equipped with a SCSI interface, enabling seamless connections to existing infrastructure without additional compatibility issues.
The Ultrium 1840 delivers an impressive data transfer speed of up to 120MB/s (native) or 240MB/s with compression, making it well-suited for environments with heavy data throughput requirements. This tape drive also integrates WORM (Write Once Read Many) functionality, ensuring data integrity and compliance for industry regulations surrounding secure, non-rewritable data storage. This feature is especially useful for scenarios that require long-term archiving and legal retention.
Furthermore, the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 1840 incorporates hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption, which protects sensitive information stored on tapes, reducing unauthorised access to archived data. The Ultrium 1840's design also facilitates extensive backward compatibility, supporting read and write access to LTO-3 tapes and read-only access for LTO-2 media, which ensures continued usability for existing tape libraries during upgrades.
With advanced error detection and correction mechanisms, the HP Ultrium 1840 minimises data corruption and ensures reliable data restores. This makes it a dependable option for critical large-scale backups or archival projects across various industries.
EOL Technology Services provides expert support for the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 1840 tape drive, including professional assistance with setup and troubleshooting. Additionally, we offer replacement parts and advice on maintaining your equipment, ensuring long-term performance and reliability for your backup and data archiving needs.
