Blank data tape HPE Q2079AN 45 TB LTO 1.26 cm

The HPE Q2079AN blank data tape is an LTO Ultrium cartridge designed for high-capacity backup and long-term archiving. With a native capacity of 45 TB, a tape width of 1.26 cm, a length of 1035 m and a thickness of 4.9 µm, this blue HPE cartridge is suitable for scalable, offline data protection and meets industry requirements for secure, reliable restorations.

Advantages

HPE LTO Ultrium technology offers low-cost, scalable storage with high transfer rates (up to 3.6 TB/h for LTO-9) and a long proven lineage across multiple generations. The cartridge supports AES-256 encryption for secure offline copies, is compatible with HPE StoreOpen and Linear Tape File System for simple file access, and requires minimal power and cooling at rest, providing a more sustainable archival option.

Suitable for

• Long-term archival of large datasets
• Offline backups to protect against cyber attacks and ransomware
• Compliance with regulatory or law enforcement requirements for offline copies
• High-capacity tape libraries and enterprise backup workflows

Key specifications

• Model: HPE Q2079AN
• Native capacity: 45,000 GB (45 TB)
• Tape width: 1.26 cm
• Tape length: 1035 m
• Tape thickness: 4.9 µm
• Weight: 0.28 kg
• Colour: Blue
• MPN: Q2079AN
• EAN: 0190017480596

How to use

Insert the HPE Q2079AN cartridge into a compatible LTO Ultrium drive or tape library according to the drive manufacturer's instructions. Use your backup or archiving software to write data to the tape; if supported, enable AES-256 encryption in the drive or software to protect stored data. Label and store cartridges offline in a cool, dry environment to preserve media integrity and reduce power consumption when not in use.

Recommendations

Store cartridges horizontally in a controlled environment away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures and magnetic sources. Maintain an inventory and rotation schedule for offline backups, and verify backups periodically by performing test restores to ensure data integrity.