Model: Q2078A
from $78.95
The Hewlett Packard Enterprise 30TB LTO-8 Ultrium RW Data Cartridge is a high-capacity rewritable tape cartridge designed for reliable data storage and backup. It offers an impressive compressed storage capacity of 30TB and read speeds of up to 700 MB/s, or 2.7TB per hour, thanks to a 2.5:1 compression factor (12TB uncompressed at 360 MB/s). This cartridge is ideal for organizations requiring scalable storage solutions with an archival life of up to 30 years, featuring FIPS 140-2 Level 1 and AES 256-bit encryption for data security.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back. Available from $78.95.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Magnetic degradation or physical tape snapping occurs if stored improperly. Dust inside the drive can scratch and ruin tapes.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back.
LTO tape is rated for 30 years of archival storage if kept in controlled environments.
The Hewlett Packard Enterprises 30TB LTO-8 Ultrium RW Data Cartridge is available at bhphoto, adorama, starting at $78.95.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
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