HPE Q2079A LTO Ultrium 9 x 1 18 TB storage media

The HPE Q2079A is a high-capacity LTO-9 Ultrium data cartridge designed for enterprise-level data backup, archiving, and long-term retention. It directly addresses the critical need for reliable, offline data protection in environments managing massive datasets. Its primary role is to provide a secure, air-gapped storage tier, effectively safeguarding critical information against online threats such as ransomware and ensuring data integrity for regulatory compliance. This tape cartridge leverages LTO-9 technology to deliver a substantial native storage capacity of 18TB and a compressed capacity of up to 45TB, assuming a 2.5:1 compression ratio. This significant density reduces the physical footprint of archival storage and lowers the total cost of ownership compared to disk-based solutions. The use of Barium Ferrite (BaFe) magnetic particles enhances media reliability and supports an archival life of up to 30 years. Engineered for seamless integration into tape libraries and standalone drives supporting the LTO-9 format, the Q2079A is a rewritable media cartridge, also available in a Write-Once, Read-Many (WORM) format for immutable storage. Management is enhanced through features like the Linear Tape File System (LTFS), which allows the tape to be accessed like any other removable media. Built-in AES 256-bit hardware encryption ensures that data remains secure both in transit and at rest, providing an essential layer of defense for sensitive corporate assets.

• Stores 18TB native and up to 45TB compressed capacity.
• Supports data transfer rates up to 1,000 MB/s compressed.
• Provides AES 256-bit encryption for enhanced data security.
• Write-Once, Read-Many (WORM) option for data immutability.
• Barium Ferrite (BaFe) media for long-term reliability.