HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB Data Cartridge

HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB Data Cartridge (Q2079A) - Local Warranty

High-Capacity LTO-9 Tape for Enterprise Backup

The HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB Data Cartridge (Q2079A) is designed for organisations that require secure, high-capacity, and cost-effective data backup solutions. As part of the LTO-9 Ultrium generation, this cartridge delivers significant storage capacity, making it ideal for long-term archiving, compliance storage, and enterprise backup strategies. It is well suited for data centres, financial institutions, healthcare, and government environments handling large volumes of critical data.

Up to 45TB Compressed Capacity for Large Data Sets

The LTO-9 cartridge offers up to 45TB compressed capacity, allowing businesses to store large volumes of data on a single tape. This reduces the number of cartridges required for backup operations and improves overall efficiency. It is suitable for organisations managing large datasets, backups, and archival storage.

Reliable and Secure Data Protection

Designed for enterprise environments, the HPE LTO-9 cartridge supports hardware-based encryption and WORM (Write Once, Read Many) capabilities, helping organisations protect sensitive data and meet compliance requirements. Tape-based storage also provides an offline air-gap, enhancing protection against cyber threats such as ransomware.

High Performance for Backup and Restore Operations

LTO-9 technology delivers improved transfer speeds, enabling faster backup and restore operations compared to earlier generations. This helps reduce backup windows and improves operational efficiency for IT teams managing large-scale environments. It is ideal for scheduled backups, disaster recovery planning, and data lifecycle management.

Cost-Effective and Long-Term Storage Solution

Tape storage remains one of the most cost-effective solutions for long-term data retention. The HPE LTO-9 Ultrium cartridge is designed for durability and long archival life, making it suitable for organisations that require reliable storage over extended periods. It provides a strong balance of capacity, security, and cost efficiency for enterprise storage strategies.

Technical Specification

General
• Product: HPE LTO-9 Ultrium Data Cartridge
• Model: Q2079A
• Tape Technology: LTO-9 Ultrium
• Generation: 9th Generation LTO

Capacity
• Native Capacity: 18 TB
• Compressed Capacity: Up to 45 TB (2.5:1 compression ratio)

Performance
• Native Transfer Rate: Up to 400 MB/s
• Compressed Transfer Rate: Up to 1,000 MB/s (2.5:1 compression)
• Optimised for high-capacity backup and archival workloads

Compatibility
• Drive Compatibility: LTO-9 Ultrium tape drives
• Read/Write Compatibility:
 – Read/Write: LTO-9
 – Read: LTO-8 (subject to drive support)

Durability & Reliability
• Archival Life: Up to 30 years (under recommended conditions)
• Load/Unload Cycles: Up to 20,000
• Bit Error Rate: 1 × 10⁻¹⁹
• Enterprise-grade cartridge shell for durability

Security & Management
• Supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption (drive dependent)
• WORM (Write Once Read Many) version available
• Barcode label support for automated tape library management

Physical
• Form Factor: Standard LTO Ultrium cartridge
• Dimensions: Approx. 113 × 111 × 21 mm
• Weight: Approx. 200–220 g

Environmental
• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 45°C
• Storage Temperature: 16°C to 32°C
• Humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing

Ideal Use Case
• Enterprise backup and disaster recovery
• Long-term data archiving and compliance storage
• Air-gapped protection against ransomware
• High-capacity, cost-efficient offline storage for data centres