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HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 Internal Tape Drive — BB873A. Tape Drive. Ask for current pricing and help choosing the right configuration.
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Technical overview
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| Manufacturer | HPE |
|---|---|
| Product model | BB873A |
| Manufacturer P/N | BB873A |
| Model | BB873A |
| Drive-assembly review | Identifies the correct enclosure or assembly and required host context. |
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PRODUCT DETAILS
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ModelBB873A
Manufacturer P/NBB873A
Product modelBB873A
| Manufacturer | HPE |
|---|---|
| Product model | BB873A |
| Manufacturer P/N | BB873A |
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| Option P/N | Requested upgrade or option-kit identity |
|---|---|
| Spare P/N | Service-replacement identifier from the installed item |
| System SKU | Base or configured system to which the requirement belongs |
Tape-drive selection
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HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 Internal Tape Drive. HPE ordering identifier: BB873A.
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HPE LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 Internal Tape Drive. HPE ordering identifier: BB873A.
Identify the full tape-drive part number, recording generation and whether it is an internal, external or library drive-upgrade assembly. These supply scopes require different installation components. Verify the exact drive interface, supported host or library generation, firmware and backup-software support. Check read and write media compatibility against the specific drive documentation.
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