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HP5550 ✓ Verified by PartsTable
— · OPTICAL_TAPE · LTO_TAPE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
LTO generations NOT backward compatible for writing (2 gen back for read) SAS and FC interface options — match to existing infrastructure
LTO-8 cannot write to LTO-6 tapes (only read LTO-7 and LTO-8)
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The IBM LTO 7 HH FC 8GB TAPE DRIVE is a the manufacturer networking component designed for high-speed data center interconnects and enterprise network infrastructure. Key specifications include unit_design: DESK TOP, printer_type: INK JET, interface_type: DB 25 MALE, paper_feed_mechanism: TRAY. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 7025-01-502-3242, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.

Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
OPTICAL_TAPE→ LTO_TAPE→ HP5550
NSN: 7025-01-502-3242
FSC: 7025
CAGE: 28480 — HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY DBA HP (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
unit_designDESK TOP
printer_typeINK JET
interface_typeDB 25 MALE
paper_feed_mechanismTRAY
NSN7025-01-502-3242
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN FC 8Gb CONNECTOR HP5550 EJECT HALF-HEIGHT 5.25" LTO GEN GUIDE LTO-9: 18TB / 45TB comp LTO-8: 12TB / 30TB comp LTO-7: 6TB / 15TB comp LTO-6: 2.5TB / 6.25TB LTO-5: 1.5TB / 3TB comp THIS: LTO-8 12TB / 30TB / 360MB/s LTO-8 TAPE DRIVE | FC 8Gb | 12TB native Half-height 5.25" | 360MB/s | 30TB compressed TITLE TAPE DRIVE PN HP5550 MFR IBM LTO 7 HH FC 8GB TAPE DRIVE
KEY FEATURES
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FC 8Gb Interface
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8GB Capacity
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INTERFACE TYPE: DB 25 MALE
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UNIT DESIGN: DESK TOP
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PRINTER TYPE: INK JET
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PAPER FEED MECHANISM: TRAY
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Data center top-of-rack switching
  • High-speed server interconnects (10G/25G/40G/100G)
  • Storage network fabric (iSCSI, FCoE)
  • Campus and branch network infrastructure
  • Firewall and security appliance connectivity
  • WAN edge and SD-WAN deployments
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
INTERFACE TYPEDB 25 MALE
UNIT DESIGNDESK TOP
PRINTER TYPEINK JET
PAPER FEED MECHANISMTRAY
INTERFACE TYPEDB 25 MALE
UNIT DESIGNDESK TOP
PRINTER TYPEINK JET
PAPER FEED MECHANISMTRAY
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 16
5550Upgraded Successor
successor cross-reference
successor
1523Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
05550-091-030Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
283-5Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
7914-5Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
9411019Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVE
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is HP5550?
HP5550 is a IBM LTO 7 HH FC 8GB TAPE DRIVE. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).
What parts can replace HP5550?
There are 16 known substitutes for HP5550: 5550, 1523, 05550-091-030 and 13 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for HP5550?
HP5550 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 7025-01-502-3242. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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