The HP Storage Works Ultrium 448 tape drive represents HP's second generation of half-height LTO tape drive technology. As the highest capacity, highest performance half-height drive in the Storage Works family, the Ultrium 448 delivers a compressed storage capacity of 400 GB per data cartridge, using LTO 2 media. The Ultrium 448 Tape Drive is fully read & write compatible with all first & second-generation Ultrium drives & media. These features combined with low pricing make the Ultrium 448 the ideal direct-attach & network backup solution for entry-level & midrange servers where capacity & low cost of ownership are critical.