HPE Q2079AN LTO Ultrium 9 x 20 18 TB storage media

The HPE Q2079AN is a 20-pack of LTO-9 Ultrium Non-Custom Labeled data cartridges, engineered for enterprises requiring high-capacity, long-term data archival and robust data protection. This solution is targeted at organizations managing substantial data growth in environments such as large-scale IT, media, and scientific research, providing a reliable method for offline data storage and retrieval. It directly addresses the critical need for an “air-gapped” backup tier, effectively isolating archived data from network-based threats like ransomware. At the core of this media’s value is its immense storage capability and proven longevity. Each cartridge offers a native capacity of 18TB and a compressed capacity of up to 45TB, assuming a 2.5:1 compression ratio. This density significantly reduces the physical footprint of a long-term archive. The underlying Barium Ferrite (BaFe) magnetic particle technology not only facilitates this high capacity but also ensures media stability for an archival life of up to 30 years, preserving data integrity for decades. Designed for seamless integration into automated tape libraries, the Q2079AN cartridges come with non-custom, pre-sequenced barcode labels, simplifying media management and reducing the potential for human error during loading and unloading cycles. The cartridges support the Linear Tape File System (LTFS), which makes accessing data on tape as intuitive as using a standard disk or USB drive. Built-in AES 256-bit encryption ensures that data remains secure, even if the media is physically compromised, meeting stringent compliance and regulatory requirements.

• High-density 45TB compressed capacity per cartridge.
• Barium Ferrite (BaFe) media for 30-year archival life.
• Features AES 256-bit hardware encryption capabilities.
• Supports Linear Tape File System for easy file access.
• Pre-labeled for use in automated tape library systems.