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HPE BC024A | StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 Internal Tape Drive, SAS, TAA

HPE BC024A | StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 Internal Tape Drive, SAS, TAA

BC024A

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Description

The HPE StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 Internal Tape Drive delivers 12TB native / 30TB compressed storage capacity per cartridge via a 6Gb/s SAS-2 interface, making it an ideal direct-attached backup solution for enterprises with growing data retention demands. With native transfer speeds up to 300 MB/s and AES 256-bit hardware encryption, it delivers both performance and security in a half-height 5.25" internal form factor. This TAA-compliant variant (BC024A) is suited to government and regulated-industry deployments requiring Trade Agreements Act conformance.

Built on LTO-8 technology, this drive doubles native capacity over the previous generation and supports full read/write compatibility with LTO-7 media, protecting your existing cartridge investment. Speed Matching technology keeps the drive streaming efficiently regardless of host throughput, while WORM and LTFS support address compliance and file-based access workflows. Available now at iptrading.com.au — your local source for enterprise-grade networking solutions.

Features

- AES 256-bit hardware encryption enables easy-to-activate data security for sensitive and regulated workloads
- Speed Matching technology dynamically adjusts to host throughput to keep the drive continuously streaming
- WORM (Write-Once, Read-Many) support for regulatory compliance and tamper-evident long-term retention
- LTFS (Linear Tape File System) support enables intuitive file-based access to tape media
- Full read and write backward compatibility with LTO-7 media protects existing cartridge investments
- Doubles native capacity versus LTO-7 generation, reducing cartridge count and total media costs
- TAA-compliant design meets procurement requirements for US government and regulated-industry buyers
- Designed for direct-attached storage (DAS) environments — no tape library required
- Half-height 5.25" internal form factor fits standard server bays and desktop enclosures

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Native Capacity: 12 TB per cartridge
- Compressed Capacity: 30 TB per cartridge (2.5:1 ratio)
- Interface: 6Gb/s SAS-2 (SFF-8482 to SFF-8087)
- Native Transfer Rate: Up to 300 MB/s
- Compressed Transfer Rate: Up to 750 MB/s
- Form Factor: Half-height, 5.25" internal
- Encryption: AES 256-bit hardware encryption
- Media Compatibility: LTO Ultrium 8 (Read/Write), LTO Ultrium 7 (Read/Write)
- Power Input: +5V @ 4.0A typical / 4.5A max; +12V @ 1.2A typical / 4.0A max
- Power Consumption: 11W idle / 31W typical
- TAA Compliant: Yes
- Colour: Black / Silver
- Includes: Mini-SAS SFF-8482 to SFF-8087 cable, LTO-8 data cartridge, documentation

FAQs

Q: What is the native and compressed storage capacity of the HPE BC024A?
A: The HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 stores up to 12 TB natively and up to 30 TB compressed (at a 2.5:1 compression ratio) per LTO-8 Ultrium cartridge.

Q: What interface does the BC024A use and what cable is included?
A: It uses a 6Gb/s SAS-2 interface. The drive ships with a mini-SAS SFF-8482 to SFF-8087 cable for direct connection to compatible SAS HBAs or expanders.

Q: What is the difference between BC024A and BC022A?
A: Both are HPE LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 internal SAS tape drives with identical performance. The BC024A is the TAA-compliant version, designed for government and regulated-industry procurement that requires Trade Agreements Act conformance.

Q: Is the BC024A backward compatible with older LTO media?
A: Yes. The drive supports full read and write compatibility with LTO Ultrium 7 media, and can read LTO Ultrium 6 media. LTO-8 Ultrium 8 cartridges are required for full 12 TB native capacity.

Q: Does this tape drive support hardware encryption?
A: Yes. The BC024A includes AES 256-bit hardware encryption, which can be enabled without any performance penalty and is ideal for securing sensitive or compliance-governed backup data.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE BC024A in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) supplies the HPE StoreEver LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 TAA Internal Tape Drive to Australian businesses, government agencies, and education institutions. Contact us for pricing, availability, and volume enquiries.

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