The HPE LTO-8 Ultrium RW Data Cartridge is built for enterprise-grade data protection, archiving, and long-term storage. With a native capacity of 12TB and up to 30TB compressed (2.5:1), it delivers massive storage in a compact, reliable format. Designed with Barium Ferrite (BaFe) technology, this cartridge offers superior data integrity, longer archival life, and resistance to magnetic degradation—making it a future-proof solution for organizations that demand secure, sustainable storage.
✅Durability and Longevity
Archival life of up to 30 years, ensuring long-term protection of critical data.
Limited Lifetime Warranty from HPE.
Constructed with BaFe media for stable magnetic properties and enhanced reliability.
✅Performance and Capacity
Capacity: 12TB native / 30TB compressed.
Read Speed (media): Up to 700 MB/s.
Bit Density: 525 kbits/inch with 6,656 data tracks.
Recording Technology: LTO-8 Ultrium, rewritable.
✅Physical Specifications
Dimensions: 10.2 × 10.54 × 2.15 cm (4.02 × 4.15 × 0.85 in).
Weight: 0.28 kg (0.63 lb).
Tape Length: 960 m.
Tape Thickness: 5.6 μm.
Tape Width: 12.65 mm.
Product Color: Green.
Packaging: 1 cartridge per package.
With AES-256 hardware encryption support (via LTO drives), compatibility across LTO-8 platforms, and the proven reliability of Ultrium technology, this cartridge is the go-to choice for enterprises looking to balance high capacity, fast transfer speeds, and sustainable data storage.
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