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BB887A Overview
BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 Catalyst LTU is a dedicated backup software solution designed to integrate seamlessly into IT environments for SMBs and enterprise-level IT management. This product falls under the Backup software category and is available as an OEM license with a lifetime duration, targeting organizations that require robust data protection and system availability.
BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 Catalyst LTU is compatible with multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, and Linux, and is delivered as a digital key through electronic software delivery. The activation process is conducted online, making it an ideal solution for IT administrators and enterprise users looking for reliable backup management without any geographical restrictions.
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BB887A Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Backup
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- 64-bit
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 Catalyst LTU
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- N/A
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
BB887A Use Case
Financial Services Offsite Replication & Regulatory Compliance
In a global banking environment, BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2600 Catalyst LTU delivers 20:1 inline deduplication and secure asynchronous replication of 100 TB daily backups to a remote data-vault, meeting strict 30-minute RPOs and audit requirements. Outcome: 85 % network bandwidth savings, 60 % lower storage footprint and seamless compliance with industry regulations.
Enterprise VM Backup Acceleration & TCO Reduction
An enterprise IT team uses BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2600 Catalyst LTU to consolidate VMware backups across 2 000 VMs, leveraging global deduplication to shorten backup windows by 50 % and speed up restores by 3×. Outcome: Simplified management, 70 % storage footprint reduction and a measurable cut in total cost of ownership.
Media & Entertainment Archive with Instant Recovery
A post-production studio employs BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2700 Catalyst LTU to archive 500 TB of 4K footage with inline deduplication and direct-attach NAS, enabling file-level restores in minutes. Outcome: 75 % reduction in archive storage, 40 % faster project turnaround and streamlined creative workflows.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| BB887A |  TC399AAE |  L7B46A |  TC507A |  TC503A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Backup | Network Management | Operating System | Virtualization | Virtualization |
| License Type | OEM | Perpetual | OEM | Volume | Subscription |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Use Case | Enterprise | IT Admin | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | Unlimited |
| Device Count | N/A | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | N/A | Windows |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | Multilingual | English | English |
| Bit Version | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | N/A | 64-bit |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | BB887A-HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 Catalyst LTU | TC399AAE-HP MSA 2000 RM Software E-LTU | L7B46A-HPE HP 3PAR 8200 OS SUITE DRIVE LTU | TC507A-HP SV VSA 2014 Upg 10-50TB 3yr LTU | TC503A-HP SV VSA 2014 Upg 4-10TB 3yr LTU |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | N/A | N/A | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nida Sattar
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Activation was straightforward.
F
Franco Pellegrini
4
Stable performance during backups.
H
Haris Saleem
5
Good enhancement for StoreOnce systems.
P
Patrick Doyle
4
Useful feature for data protection workflows.
Questions & Answers
What is HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 Catalyst LTU (SKU BB887A)?
The HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 Catalyst LTU (SKU BB887A) is a software license upgrade that enables advanced data deduplication (Catalyst) capabilities on HP StoreOnce 2600 and 2700 backup appliances.
How does HP StoreOnce Catalyst LTU improve backup performance?
StoreOnce Catalyst LTU accelerates backup by offloading deduplication to the appliance, reducing network traffic, and enabling faster incremental and synthetic full backups.
What deduplication ratio can I expect with Catalyst LTU?
Customers typically achieve 20:1 or higher deduplication ratios, depending on data type and change rate, significantly reducing storage footprint and costs.
Which backup applications support HP StoreOnce Catalyst LTU?
Catalyst LTU is certified for HPE Data Protector, Commvault, Veritas NetBackup, Veeam, IBM Spectrum Protect, and other major backup solutions via the Catalyst API.
Can I scale capacity on HP StoreOnce 2600/2700 with Catalyst LTU?
Yes. Catalyst LTU allows seamless scale-up to 50 TB (StoreOnce 2600) or 75 TB (StoreOnce 2700) of logical capacity with automatic data rebalancing.
How do I install the BB887A Catalyst LTU license?
Upload the .lic file through the StoreOnce Management Console under License Management, then activate to enable Catalyst features instantly.
What are the system requirements for Catalyst LTU?
Requires HP StoreOnce OS 3.16 or later on 2600/2700 appliances, 1 Gbps network connectivity, and 8 GB RAM minimum for optimal performance.
Does Catalyst LTU support cloud-based data protection?
Yes. Catalyst LTU integrates with HPE Cloud Bank Storage and leading public clouds (AWS, Azure) for deduplicated, secure offsite backups.
How does Catalyst LTU enhance disaster recovery?
By enabling fast replication with deduplication-aware transfers, Catalyst LTU reduces RPO and RTO, ensuring quick and efficient data recovery.
What security features come with HP StoreOnce Catalyst LTU?
The solution offers AES-256 encryption at rest, SSL/TLS in flight, user authentication, role-based access control, and data immutability options.
How is licensing structured for SKU BB887A?
BB887A is a capacity-based perpetual license tied to the appliance model (2600 or 2700). There are no recurring fees, just optional support renewals.
What support and warranty options are available?
HP offers three-year hardware warranty and optional HP Care Pack services for 24x7 support, proactive monitoring, and rapid onsite parts replacement.
Can I downgrade from StoreOnce Catalyst to standard mode?
No. Catalyst mode cannot be reversed. Ensure your backup environment is ready for advanced features before activating BB887A.
What network bandwidth is recommended for Catalyst replication?
For best results, use at least 1 Gbps for local replication and 10 Gbps or higher for remote replication to maximize throughput.
How does HP StoreOnce Catalyst LTU reduce operational costs?
By minimizing storage requirements with deduplication, accelerating backups, reducing WAN usage, and lowering power and rack-space expenses.
Where can I purchase BB887A for my HP StoreOnce appliance?
Contact an authorized HPE reseller or visit the HPE Store portal. Provide your appliance serial number to receive the BB887A license key.