ACTIDATA actiTape LTO Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge 18 TB Native / 45 TB Compressed

The ACTIDATA actiTape LTO Ultrium Media Gen 9 is a high-performance data cartridge designed for enterprise backup and archiving. With a native capacity of 18 TB and compressed capacity of 45 TB (2.5:1 ratio), it offers exceptional storage density for modern data centers. Built on LTO-9 technology, this cartridge delivers native transfer rates of 400 MB/s and compressed rates of 1000 MB/s, ensuring fast and efficient backups.

Advantages

LTO Ultrium 9 provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for long-term data retention. The barium ferrite (BaFe) tape material ensures high durability and archival life of over 30 years. Hardware encryption (AES 256-bit) and WORM support enhance data security and compliance. The green cartridge design allows easy identification within tape libraries.

Suitable for

• Enterprise backup and disaster recovery
• Long-term archival storage
• Compliance and regulatory data retention
• Large-scale data centers and cloud providers

Key specifications

• Native Storage Capacity: 18 TB
• Compressed Storage Capacity: 45 TB (2.5:1)
• Native Data Transfer Rate: 400 MB/s
• Compressed Data Transfer Rate: 1000 MB/s
• Tape Material: Barium Ferrite (BaFe)
• Tape Length: 1035 meters
• Number of Data Tracks: 8960
• Archival Life: 30+ years
• Hardware Encryption: AES 256-bit
• WORM Support: Yes
• Cartridge Color: Green
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Load/Unload Cycles: 20,000

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with LTO-9 compatible tape drives. Ensure proper handling and storage in a clean, climate-controlled environment to maximize cartridge life.