The IBM STORAGE MEDIA Ultrium-7 tape cartridge (38L7303) delivers reliable, long-term archival storage with immutable protection. Designed for enterprises that require scalable backups and tamper-evident retention, it offers robust capacity and trusted IBM media quality.
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Brand: IBM STORAGE MEDIA — trusted enterprise-grade media for durable, long-term storage
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Technology: LTO Ultrium-7 tape cartridge for scalable backup and archival workflows
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Capacity: 6 TB native capacity and 15 TB compressed capacity
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WORM: Write Once Read Many for immutable archival and compliance-friendly retention
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Part Number: 38L7303
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Ideal For: automated backups, disaster recovery, and archive workloads in data centers
Benefits: This cartridge is built to support strict data-retention policies and protect against tampering, ransomware, and accidental edits. Its immutable design makes it a dependable foundation for long-term archives, while the 6 TB native (15 TB compressed) capacity enables larger datasets to be retained offsite with manageable media counts. Combined with compatible LTO-7 drives, it supports routine backup cycles and air-gap strategies essential for enterprise resilience.
Specs
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Brand: IBM STORAGE MEDIA
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Format: LTO Ultrium-7 tape cartridge
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Native Capacity: 6 TB
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Compressed Capacity: 15 TB
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WORM: Yes (Write Once Read Many)
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Part Number: 38L7303
FAQ
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Q: What is the IBM LTO Ultrium-7 38L7303?
A: It is a tape cartridge using LTO Ultrium-7 technology with 6 TB native capacity and 15 TB compressed capacity, featuring Write Once Read Many (WORM) for immutable archival.
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Q: What does WORM mean and why is it important?
A: WORM stands for Write Once Read Many. It ensures data cannot be altered after writing, which supports regulatory compliance and protects archives from tampering or ransomware.
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Q: What are the typical use cases?
A: Ideal for automated backups, long-term retention, disaster recovery archives, and any workflow that requires tamper-evident data preservation.
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Q: Is this compatible with all LTO-7 drives?
A: It’s compatible with devices that support LTO Ultrium-7 technology; always verify your library or tape-drive compatibility matrix before purchasing.
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Q: Who is IBM STORAGE MEDIA?
A: IBM STORAGE MEDIA provides enterprise-grade backup and archival media backed by IBM’s decades of data-storage expertise, designed for reliability and long-term preservation.
