HP Ultrium 215 Capacity Native, Compressed, Buffer Size, Performance Sustained transfer, Error

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QuickSpecs

HP StorageWorks Ultrium Half-Height Tape Drives

Technical Specifications

Capacity

Native

100 GB

100 GB

200 GB

 

Compressed

200 GB

200 GB

400 GB

 

(assumes 2:1 data

 

 

 

 

compression)

 

 

 

 

Buffer Size

16 MB

64 MB

64 MB

Performance

Sustained transfer

7.5 MB/s

16 MB/s

24 MB/s

 

rate, native

 

 

 

 

Sustained transfer

15 MB/s

32 MB/s

48 MB/s

 

rate, compressed

 

 

 

 

(assumes 2:1 data

 

 

 

 

compression)

 

 

 

 

Burst transfer rate

80 MB/s (with Ultra2

160 MB/s (with Ultra3

160 MB/s (with Ultra3

 

 

SCSI wide)

SCSI wide)

SCSI wide)

 

Data rate matching

6-7.5 MB/s (native)

6.7-16 MB/s (native)

8-24 MB/s (native)

 

range

 

 

 

 

Data access time

142s typical for a 100

64 s typical for a 100

64 s typical for a 200

 

(from BOT)

GB tape (native)

GB tape (native)

GB tape (native)

 

Average load time

25 s

17 s

17 s

 

Average unload time13 s

16 s

16 s

 

Rewind time from

284 s (100 GB tape)

121s (100 GB tape)

121 s (200 GB tape)

 

EOT

 

 

 

 

Rewind tape speed

2.05 m/s

5.0 m/s

5.0 m/s

Reliability

MTBF

250,000 hours

250,000 hours

250,000 hours

 

 

at 100% duty cycle

at 100% duty cycle

at 100% duty cycle

 

Uncorrected Error

1x1017 bits read

1x1017

1x1017

 

Rate

 

 

 

Media

 

LTO Ultrium1

LTO Ultrium 1

LTO Ultrium 1

Compatibility

 

with 4K Cartridge

with 4K Cartridge

with 4K Cartridge

 

 

Memory

Memory

Memory;

 

 

 

 

LTO Ultrium 2

 

 

 

 

with 4K Cartridge

 

 

 

 

Memory

Tape Format

Recording method

8-channel linear

8-channel linear

8-channel linear

 

 

serpentine

serpentine

serpentine

 

Recording format

LTO Ultrium 1

LTO Ultrium 1

LTO Ultrium 2

 

 

 

 

LTO Ultrium 1 (for 100

 

 

 

 

GB tape)

 

Data compression

LTO DC dual mode

LTO DC dual mode

LTO DC dual mode

 

 

compression (an

compression (an

compression (an

 

 

enhanced version of

enhanced version of

enhanced version of

 

 

ALDC)

ALDC)

ALDC)

 

Error

Reed-Solomon

Reed-Solomon

Reed-Solomon

 

detection/correction

 

 

 

 

Read channel

Peak Detect

Partial Response

Partial Response

 

technology

 

Maximum Likelihood

Maximum Likelihood

 

 

 

(PRML)

(PRML)

 

Data encoding

RLL 1,7

RLL 1,7

RLL 0,13/11

 

method

 

 

 

Interface

Interface type

Wide Ultra2 SCSI

Wide Ultra3 SCSI

Wide Ultra3 SCSI

 

 

(LVDS)

(LVDS)

(LVDS)

 

SCSI connector

Internal: 68-pin LVDS

Internal: 68-pin LVDS

Internal: 68-pin LVDS

 

 

External: 68-pin HD

External: 68-pin HD

External: 68-pin HD

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Ultrium 215 specifications

The HP Ultrium 215 is a high-capacity tape storage solution designed to meet the robust needs of data storage and backup in various environments. Leveraging advanced technology, this tape drive provides businesses with a reliable and efficient means to safeguard critical data.

One of the standout features of the Ultrium 215 is its impressive storage capacity. It offers a native capacity of 400 GB, which can be expanded up to 800 GB when using data compression, allowing organizations to store vast amounts of data on a single cartridge. This significant capacity aids in reducing the number of cartridges needed for archiving and backup, which consequently lowers management and operational costs.

The Ultrium 215 is designed with LTO (Linear Tape-Open) format technology, a widely accepted open standard that ensures compatibility across various platforms and devices. This interoperability facilitates ease of use and allows businesses to integrate the tape drive into existing IT infrastructure without significant overhauls or additional investments.

In terms of data transfer rates, the Ultrium 215 boasts an impressive speed of up to 80 MB/s natively and up to 160 MB/s with compression. This performance ensures that backup processes are conducted in a timely manner, minimizing downtime and enhancing overall productivity for operations that rely heavily on data integrity and accessibility.

The tape drive is built with security features that are increasingly critical in today's data-centric world. It incorporates encryption capabilities that protect data during both storage and transfer. This level of security safeguards against unauthorized access and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements for data protection.

In addition to its robust features, the HP Ultrium 215 is designed for durability and longevity. With a reputation for reliability, it is engineered to withstand demanding environments, ensuring that businesses can maintain consistent backup routines without fear of equipment failure.

Overall, the HP Ultrium 215 represents a combination of high capacity, speed, security, and reliability. It is an ideal solution for businesses looking to enhance their data storage capabilities while ensuring the ongoing protection of mission-critical information. As the importance of data continues to rise, solutions like the Ultrium 215 will play a crucial role in helping organizations navigate the challenges of data management and protection.