HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Data Cartridge

The HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Data Cartridge is the ultimate solution for modern data storage and archiving needs. With its unparalleled capacity and security features, this high-performance tape cartridge is designed to meet the demands of enterprises and small to medium businesses alike. Whether you are managing critical data for regulatory compliance or simply looking for a reliable long-term storage solution, the HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Data Cartridge offers the performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness you need.

• Reliable Offline Medium: Designed to create an air gap, this cartridge keeps your data out of reach from cybercriminals, making it an ideal choice for organizations that prioritize data security. The FBI recommends keeping data offline to protect against sophisticated ransomware attacks.
• Advanced Encryption: The built-in AES 256-bit encryption provides an additional layer of security for the data stored on the tape, ensuring that even if the tapes fall into unauthorized hands, your data remains protected.
• Fast Access and Enhanced Monitoring: The HPE LTO Ultrium cartridge features a memory chip that delivers rapid access times and improved media monitoring, resulting in fewer media failures and disrupted backups, regardless of the operational environment.
• Lowest Total Cost of Ownership: According to a white paper from ESG, LTO tape technology is over 80% more cost-effective compared to all-disk or all-cloud solutions over a 10-year period for a 1 PB archive, making it a smart choice for long-term archiving.
• High Capacity and Performance: With the ability to store up to 45 TB of compressed data (assuming 2.5:1 compression), and a read/write speed of 3.6 TB/hour, the HPE LTO-9 Ultrium is perfect for large-scale, mission-critical IT environments.

Technical Details of Product

• Storage Capacity: 45 TB compressed (18 TB native)
• Data Transfer Rate: 3.6 TB/hour
• Encryption: AES 256-bit
• Tracks: 8,960 tracks (311% increase from LTO-6)
• Archival Life: Up to 30 years

How to Install

Installing the HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Data Cartridge is straightforward. Here are the steps:

1. Ensure that your tape drive is compatible with LTO-9 cartridges.
2. Open the tape drive's loading mechanism.
3. Carefully insert the HPE LTO-9 cartridge into the drive, ensuring that it is aligned properly.
4. Close the tape drive's loading mechanism.
5. The tape drive will automatically recognize the cartridge and prepare it for use.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the lifespan of the HPE LTO-9 Ultrium cartridge? HPE warrants the LTO Ultrium cartridges for up to 30 years of archival life.
• Can I use LTO-9 cartridges in older LTO tape drives? LTO-9 is backward compatible with LTO-8 and LTO-7 drives, but not with LTO-6 or older models.
• What is the benefit of using WORM cartridges? WORM (Write Once Read Many) cartridges provide an added layer of data security, preventing unauthorized alterations of stored data.
• Is the HPE LTO-9 cartridge suitable for long-term data archiving? Yes, it is designed for long-term data storage and archiving, providing high capacity and reliability.
• How do I ensure data integrity when using the HPE LTO-9 cartridge? Utilize the built-in media monitoring features and perform regular checks and maintenance of the tape drives.