Product Type | External Tape Drive |
Form Factor | 5.25-inch Half-Height |
Buffer Size | 1024 MB |
Power Requirements | Internal power supply, typical 45W |
Supported Media Type | LTO Ultrium 9 |
Native Storage Capacity | 18 TB |
Compressed Storage Capacity | 45 TB |
Recording Standard | 32-channel linear serpentine |
Product Series | HPE StoreEver |
Manufacturer Part Number | BC042A#ABA |
UPC | 190017562223 |
HP HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 External Tape Drive, SAS, 18TB/45TB
Key Benefits

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- High capacity and compression make it ideal for data-intensive archival environments.
- SAS interface and large buffer ensure fast, efficient backups with reduced downtime.
- Supports modern data protection standards including encryption and LTFS for compliance and security.
Product Overview
The HP HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 External Tape Drive offers 18 TB native capacity and up to 45 TB compressed using the LTO-9 standard. Delivering 12 Gbps data transfer speeds and built with a 1024 MB buffer, it ensures high-throughput performance for demanding backup tasks. The SAS interface and 5.25-inch half-height form factor make it easy to deploy across enterprise systems, supporting encryption and LTFS for enhanced data access and protection. Manufactured in Hungary and TAA-compliant, this drive is a ready-to-run solution backed by a 3-year parts warranty.
Specifications
Product Overview
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Capability | AES 256-bit hardware encryption |
WORM Support | Yes |
Secure Erase Support | Yes |
Data Protection | Hardware-based data encryption and secure media handling |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.8 in (223.5 mm) |
Height | 3.0 in (76.2 mm) |
Depth | 11.7 in (297.2 mm) |
Weight | 10.4 lbs (4.7 kg) |
Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Non-Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 66°C (-40°F to 151°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
Non-Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Shock (non-operating) | G-levels per HPE specifications for transport without damage |
Noise Level | Generally less than 43 dBA at 1 meter |
Interfaces
Interface Type | SAS |
Interface Speed | 12 Gbps |
SAS Connector Type | Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) |
Host Interface | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12 Gb/s |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web-based HPE StoreEver Management Console |
LTFS Support | Yes |
Licensing Model | No additional software licensing required |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Hungary |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
FCC Certification | Yes |
CE Marking | Yes |
Warranty | 3-year parts only |