Description
Product overview
The EH978A is an internal tape drive from HP designed for businesses and enterprises that require reliable data backup and archiving solutions. This drive is part of the Ultrium 920 LTO-3 series, which features high-speed data transfer rates, large storage capacities, and robust security features. In this article, we will explain in detail the key features, specifications, and benefits of the EH978A HP 400/800 GB LTO3 Ultrium920 SAS Int Tape Drive.
The EH978A is a high-performance tape drive that can store up to 800GB of compressed data and up to 400GB of native data on a single cartridge. This drive uses the Linear Tape-Open (LTO) technology, which is a widely adopted standard for tape backup and archiving. LTO-3 drives offer significant improvements over previous generations, including faster data transfer rates, higher storage capacities, and better reliability.
The EH978A is an internal drive, which means it is installed directly into a server or storage system. It uses the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, which is a fast and reliable method of connecting the drive to the host system. The drive has a half-height (HH) form factor, which makes it ideal for use in servers with limited space.
Key Features
- High-speed data transfer rates: The EH978A can transfer data at a rate of up to 80MB/s for compressed data and up to 40MB/s for native data. This makes it ideal for businesses that need to backup or archive large amounts of data quickly.
- Large storage capacity: The EH978A can store up to 800GB of compressed data and up to 400GB of native data on a single cartridge. This means businesses can backup or archive a large amount of data using fewer tapes, which reduces storage costs.
- Robust security features: The EH978A includes hardware-based encryption, which ensures that data is protected from unauthorized access. The drive also supports the WORM (Write Once Read Many) function, which prevents data from being overwritten or deleted, making it ideal for compliance requirements.
- Half-height form factor: The EH978A has a half-height form factor, which makes it ideal for use in servers with limited space. This also makes it easier to install and maintain.
- Scalability: The EH978A can be easily integrated into existing backup and archiving systems, making it a scalable solution for growing businesses.
Specifications
- Drive type: Internal tape drive
- Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
- Form factor: Half-height (HH)
- Capacity: Up to 800GB compressed, up to 400GB native
- Data transfer rate: Up to 80MB/s compressed, up to 40MB/s native
- Encryption: Hardware-based encryption
- WORM support: Yes
- Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of operating systems and backup software
Benefits
- Reliable backup and archiving: The EH978A is a reliable solution for backing up and archiving data. The LTO technology used in the drive ensures that data is stored safely and can be retrieved quickly when needed.
- Cost-effective: The large storage capacity of the EH978A means that businesses can backup or archive a large amount of data
General Information about the HP EH978A
- Manufacturer: HP
- Model Number or SKU# EH978A
- Product Type : Tape Drive
- Interface Type : SAS
Technical Features
- Tape Type : LTO- 3 Ultrium 920
- Native Drive Capacity : 400GB
- Enclosure Type : Internal
- Recording Method : Linear Serpentine
- Compressed Drive Capacity : 800GB
- Interfaces/Ports : 1 X SAS
