IBM LTO Ultrium 5 1.5TB/3.0TB Data Cartridge 20 Pack
The IBM LTO Ultrium 5 data cartridge delivers enterprise-grade tape storage with 1.5 TB native capacity and up to 3 TB compressed capacity per cartridge. This 20-pack bundle is engineered for organizations requiring high-capacity, cost-effective backup and archival solutions. With support for IBM Spectrum Archive and Linear Tape File System (LTFS) compatibility, this tape media provides reliable long-term data retention with up to 30-year archival life, making it ideal for compliance-driven environments and large-scale data centers.
Key Features
- 1.5 TB native capacity per cartridge with up to 3 TB compressed storage
- 20-pack bundle reduces cartridge management and operational overhead
- IBM Spectrum Archive compatible for seamless enterprise integration
- Linear Tape File System (LTFS) support for flexible file access
- 30-year archival lifespan for long-term data preservation
- High-reliability tape medium designed for LTO Ultrium Generation 5 drives
- Reduces equipment, space, and labor costs for tape-based storage
- Ideal for backup, archival, and disaster recovery applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IBM STORAGE MEDIA |
| Part Number |
46X1290-20PK |
| Product Type |
LTO Ultrium 5 Data Cartridge |
| Native Capacity |
1.5 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
3.0 TB |
| Quantity |
20 Cartridges with Cases |
| Generation |
LTO Ultrium Generation 5 |
| File System Support |
Linear Tape File System (LTFS) |
| Archive Life |
Up to 30 Years |
| Compatible Software |
IBM Spectrum Archive |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between native and compressed capacity on LTO Ultrium 5 cartridges?
Native capacity (1.5 TB) represents the uncompressed data storage, while compressed capacity (3.0 TB) assumes a 2:1 compression ratio. Actual compressed capacity depends on your data type and compression settings.
Is this IBM tape cartridge compatible with older LTO drives?
LTO Ultrium 5 cartridges are designed for LTO Ultrium Generation 5 drives. They offer backward compatibility with LTO Ultrium 4 drives for reading, but forward compatibility is not supported.
Why choose IBM LTO Ultrium 5 for enterprise backup and archival?
IBM LTO Ultrium 5 tape media provides cost-effective, high-capacity storage with exceptional reliability and a 30-year archival lifespan. LTFS compatibility and Spectrum Archive support make it ideal for enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and compliance-driven data retention strategies.
How does the 20-pack bundle reduce storage costs?
The 20-pack cartridge bundle minimizes per-unit costs and reduces the number of individual cartridges to manage, lowering associated equipment, space, and labor expenses compared to purchasing cartridges individually.
