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Server: HP ProLiant ML350 G5 Storage Server
Backup device: HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI


(U.S. SMB store)

The HP StorageWorks LTO-3 Ultrium 960 tape drive provides up to 800GB of compressed storage with a data transfer rate of 160MB/sec. The Ultrium 960 is fully read and write compatible with LTO-2 data cartridges, and is backward-read compatible with LTO-1 media. For IT organizations with stringent, long-term data retention requirements, WORM media support offers a simple and secure method for archiving records as part of a compliance solution to meet the toughest industry regulations.

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Internal Models:

Q1538A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI Internal Tape Drive

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External Models:

Q1539B - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI External Tape Drive

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Rack-Mount Models:

HP offers the following rack enclosures for the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI . To visit the product web page please click on the product name.

» 3U Rack-Mount Kit   » QuickSpecs
  • 274338-B22 - HP StorageWorks 3U SCSI Rack-Mount Kit
    Accommodates up to four internal half-height drives or two full-height drives. Use standard internal tape drive to configure.
  • Q1538A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI Internal Tape Drive
» Tape Array 5300   » QuickSpecs
  • C7508B - HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300
    Accommodates up to four offline hot-swap half-height drives or up to two offline hot-swap full-height drives. Use the appropriate tape drive array module to configure.
  • Q1540A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI Array Module - Offline hot-swap tape drive for HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300.

    Note: The Tape Array 5300 includes options for redundant, hot-swap power supply and fan kits. Please select the appropriate option from the product QuickSpec.
    Note: External SCSI cables are not included with the Tape Array 5300. Please select the appropriate cable option from the product QuickSpec.

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Compatible Controllers, Host Bus Adapters and Switches:

The HP ProLiant ML350 G5 Storage Server does not have a suitable integrated SCSI controller for connecting the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI . Please use one of the following compatible HBAs:

PCI Express Host Bus Adapters:

  • 412911-B21 - HP SC11Xe PCIe Ultra320 SCSI HBA (Internal/External)
PCI-X Host Bus Adapters:
  • 374654-B21 - HP Single Channel Ultra320 SCSI PCI-X HBA G2

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Server OS Support:

The links below show which operating systems supported by this server support the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI . For a more comprehensive list of supported operating systems and backup applications for the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI please visit the software compatibility table.

Click the operating system appropriate for your configuration to see the list of supported backup applications.

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (x86)

Note: This page only shows that the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI can be physically and electrically connected to the HP ProLiant ML350 G5 Storage Server .

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Related Options & Support:

Media

C7973A - HP LTO 3 Ultrium RW data cartridge (800 GB, compressed, rewritable)
C7973W - HP LTO 3 Ultrium WORM data cartridge (800 GB, compressed, write once)
C7978A - HP Ultrium universal cleaning cartridge

WORM

The HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI fully supports Write Once Read Many operation. Please refer to the media section for the appropriate WORM media.

Please refer to the software compatibility table for Backup and Archiving applications that support the HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI and WORM technology.

One-Button Disaster Recovery

The HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 SCSI supports HP One-Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR). HP supports OBDR with HP Data Protector Express, HP Data Protector, Symantec Backup Exec and CA ARCserve. Other ISVs listed as a "suitable application" have been tested by the ISV but are not supported by HP. Please contact those ISVs for any disaster recovery support and OBDR support you may require.

For all the latest information on supported configurations, host bus adapters, BIOS revisions and software compatibility, please reference the OBDR compatibility website at: www.hp.com/go/obdr.

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Disclaimer

HP makes every effort to ensure compatibility by continual validation, but many factors outside our test environment can affect compatibility and performance. HP cannot accept liability for problems that may occur due to factors outside of our control. In the event that compatibility and/or performance is not as expected for your specific environment please contact HP for assistance in finding a solution that best suits your needs.

Please note that some links on this site may take you to other web sites, which HP does not control. HP is not responsible for information you may find there.
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