HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 SAS Tape Drive R1R75A

Product Description

The HPE StoreEver MSL 1/8 G2 0-drive Tape Autoloader (MPN: 716174, part number R1R75A) is a rack-mountable automated tape storage system designed for entry-level enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and archival operations. This 1U autoloader supports LTO-8, LTO-7, LTO-6, and LTO-5 Ultrium drives, providing scalable capacity for growing data center environments.

Technical Specifications

• Device Type: Internal rack-mount tape autoloader
• Recording Technology: LTO-8
• Media Format: Rewritable (multi-write)
• Compressed Capacity: 240,000 GB
• Built-in Encryption: Yes
• Color: Black
• Dimensions: 482 x 44 x 809 mm

Design Features

• 1U rack-mountable form factor optimized for standard 19-inch enterprise racks
• Zero-drive configuration allows integration of compatible LTO Ultrium drives (LTO-8, LTO-7, LTO-6, LTO-5)
• Integrated hardware encryption for data-at-rest security
• Automated tape handling for unattended backup and restore operations
• Compact black chassis designed for space-efficient deployment in dense data center racks

Application Area

This tape autoloader is deployed in enterprise and mid-sized data center environments requiring reliable, automated backup and archival of critical business data. It is suitable for organizations standardizing on LTO Ultrium tape technology, supporting long-term retention, compliance archiving, and disaster recovery workflows. The device integrates into existing backup infrastructure as a cost-effective entry point for automated tape operations.