HPE LTO-7 ULTRIUM 15TB RW DATACARTRIDGE

HPE LTO Ultrium Data Cartridges – Scalable, Secure, and Sustainable Archival Storage

The HPE LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge series delivers industry-leading performance, security, and reliability for organizations seeking long-term data protection and cost-effective archival solutions. Built on a legacy of nine generations of innovation, HPE LTO cartridges offer native transfer speeds of up to 1.44 TB/hour (LTO-9), making them ideal for high-throughput, mission-critical environments.

Designed to meet the evolving demands of enterprise IT, these cartridges provide AES 256-bit encryption (LTO-5 to LTO-9) and optional WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality to ensure compliance with stringent data security regulations. Whether you’re safeguarding sensitive records or meeting regulatory mandates, HPE LTO Ultrium offers a robust, scalable platform for secure offline storage.

Offline Protection Against Cyber Threats

Law enforcement agencies, including the US FBI, recommend maintaining offline copies of critical data to defend against ransomware and cyberattacks. HPE LTO cartridges create a physical air gap, disconnecting stored data from network access and shielding it from malicious threats. Even if tapes are compromised, built-in encryption ensures that unauthorized access is prevented.

Lowest Total Cost of Ownership for Long-Term Archiving

According to ESG’s 2020 white paper “The Economic Benefits of HPE StoreEver as Active Archival Storage”, LTO tape technology is over 80% more cost-effective than disk or cloud solutions over a 10-year period for a 1PB archive growing at 10% annually. HPE LTO Ultrium minimizes space, power, and cooling requirements, making it a greener and more sustainable choice for long-term data retention.

Unmatched Capacity & Performance

The LTO-9 Ultrium cartridge stores up to 45TB of compressed data (18TB native), with a 35% increase in track count and 3% boost in bit density over LTO-8. With 8,960 tracks compared to LTO-6’s 2,176, this generation offers a 311% improvement in data density. These enhancements enable faster backups and more efficient archiving for large-scale deployments.

Ultra-Reliable Storage Medium

Tape remains one of the most dependable storage formats, with a bit error rate (BER) of 1×10¹⁹—making it 10,000 times more reliable than enterprise SATA HDDs (BER of 1×10¹⁵). Over a decade, a 1 Exabyte archive would lose 1.1 Petabytes on HDD, versus just 7.4 Terabytes on tape. HPE’s rigorous qualification testing—including load/unload cycles, shoeshine resistance, drop testing, and environmental stress simulations—ensures maximum reliability and data integrity.

Engineered for Automation & Longevity

HPE LTO cartridges feature a smart grabber mechanism and mechanical interlock to prevent leader pin damage. Integrated sensors verify proper connection, while a simplified tape path reduces wear and debris buildup—critical for automated library systems. With up to 30 years of archival life under recommended conditions and a limited lifetime warranty, HPE LTO Ultrium is built for endurance.

Key Features & Benefits

• Capacity: Up to 45TB compressed / 18TB native (LTO-9)
• Speed: Up to 1.44 TB/hour native transfer rate
• Security: AES 256-bit encryption + WORM support
• Reliability: BER of 1×10¹⁹ for superior data integrity
• Compatibility: Open-standard LTO format across generations
• Durability: Engineered for automation and long-term use
• Cost Efficiency: Over 80% lower TCO than disk/cloud
• Sustainability: Low power and cooling requirements at rest

The HPE LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge series is the trusted choice for organizations seeking scalable, secure, and environmentally responsible data storage. Whether you’re archiving petabytes of digital content or protecting mission-critical records, HPE LTO delivers unmatched performance, protection, and peace of mind.