{"product_id":"ibm-lto-9-ultrium-data-cartridge-18tb","title":"IBM LTO-9 Ultrium Data Cartridge 18TB Storage Media","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eIBM LTO-9 Ultrium Data Cartridge 18TB Storage Media\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIBM LTO-9 Ultrium data cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers enterprise-grade tape storage with 18 TB native capacity and up to 45 TB compressed capacity. Designed for organizations requiring reliable, long-term data archival and backup solutions, this \u003cstrong\u003eLTO-9 Ultrium media\u003c\/strong\u003e provides cost-effective storage for large-scale data centers, backup environments, and compliance-driven workflows. Perfect for IT teams managing massive data volumes who need durable, proven tape technology with exceptional longevity and minimal maintenance overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 TB native storage capacity with up to 45 TB compressed capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLTO Ultrium 9 format ensures compatibility with enterprise tape libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced data compression technology maximizes storage efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWORM (Write Once Read Many) capability for regulatory compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional data durability with 30-year archival lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackward compatible with LTO-8 tape drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for large-scale backup, archival, and disaster recovery operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced total cost of ownership compared to alternative storage solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIBM STORAGE MEDIA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e02XW572\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressed Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-9 Ultrium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Retention\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackward Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-8 Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Tape Library Pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between native and compressed capacity on LTO-9 cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative capacity (18 TB) represents the actual data storage without compression. Compressed capacity (45 TB) assumes a 2.5:1 compression ratio, allowing you to store significantly more data when your files are compressible. Actual compression depends on data type and content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the IBM LTO-9 Ultrium data cartridge compatible with older tape drives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, \u003cstrong\u003eLTO-9 Ultrium media\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains backward compatibility with LTO-8 tape drives, ensuring your existing infrastructure investments remain viable while upgrading storage capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does data remain safe on LTO-9 tape storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIBM LTO-9 cartridges provide exceptional archival durability with a 30-year data retention lifespan, making them ideal for long-term compliance, regulatory, and historical data preservation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat industries benefit most from LTO-9 tape cartridge storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganizations in healthcare, finance, media production, government, and enterprise IT leverage \u003cstrong\u003eLTO-9 Ultrium data cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e solutions for cost-effective backup, disaster recovery, and compliance-driven archival across massive data volumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"IBM STORAGE MEDIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41584171712587,"sku":"02XW572","price":3682.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/IBM-LTO-9-Ultrium-Data-Cartridge-18TB-Storage-Media.jpg?v=1788292988","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/ibm-lto-9-ultrium-data-cartridge-18tb","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}