Blank data tape Quantum MR-L9MQN-02 18 TB LTO 1.27 cm

Blank data tape Quantum MR-L9MQN-02 is a cartridge for LTO-9 tape drives with WORM capability, providing a native capacity of 18 TB. The tape measures 1035 m in length and 21.5 mm in width, designed for long-term storage, archiving and backup tasks. Price is per cartridge and cartridges must be purchased in multiples of 20.

Advantages

The Quantum MR-L9MQN-02 offers high native capacity in a single LTO cartridge, compatibility with LTO-9 drives that support WORM, and physical durability typical of enterprise tape media. Its long tape length maximizes storage density while maintaining reliability for archival retention.

Suitable for

• Long-term data archiving
• Regulatory-compliant WORM storage
• Large-scale backups and disaster recovery
• Media rotation and cold storage

Key specifications

• Model: MR-L9MQN-02
• Brand: Quantum
• Native capacity: 18000 GB (18 TB)
• Tape length: 1035 m
• Tape width: 21.5 mm
• Format: LTO-9, WORM-capable cartridge
• EAN: 0768268045934

How to use

Insert the cartridge into a compatible LTO-9 drive following the drive manufacturer's instructions. Use backup or archiving software that supports LTO-9 and WORM functionality to write data. Verify drive compatibility with WORM operations before initiating WORM-protected writes. Follow your organization's procedures for labeling and cataloguing cartridges.

Recommendations

Purchase cartridges in multiples of 20 as required. Store cartridges in a clean, dry environment within the manufacturer's recommended temperature and humidity ranges, and handle cartridges by the casing to avoid contaminating the tape surface.