Description
Secure, high-capacity, and ultra-reliable—this HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB RW Data Cartridge Pallet (Q2079AD) is engineered for long-term archival storage and enterprise-grade backup. Featuring 960 rewritable cartridges with built-in AES-256 encryption, each cartridge stores up to 45 TB of compressed data (2.5:1), with native 18 TB capacity. Ideal for businesses seeking offline, air-gapped protection against cyber threats, it offers low TCO, 30-year archival life, and FIPS-compliant data security.
Designed for demanding 24/7 data environments, this tape media delivers unmatched durability, fast access times, and compatibility across LTO generations. Built with barium ferrite and tested beyond industry standards, it is the ultimate in scalable, sustainable storage.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | Q2079AD |
| Media Type | LTO-9 Ultrium |
| Capacity (Compressed) | Up to 45 TB (2.5:1 compression) |
| Capacity (Native) | 18 TB |
| Quantity | 960 Cartridges per Pallet |
| Media Format | Rewritable (RW) |
| Encryption | AES 256-bit (IEEE1619.1, FIPS140-2 Level 1) |
| Data Tracks | 8,960 |
| Tape Length | 1,035 meters |
| Tape Thickness | 5.2 microns minimum |
| Base Material | Barium Ferrite |
| Bit Density | 545 kb/inch |
| Read Speed | Up to 1,000 MB/s (assumes 2.5:1 compression) |
| Tape Width | 12.65 mm |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 years |
| Color | Light Blue |
| Dimensions (Each Cart.) | 11.3 x 11.1 x 2.1 cm |
| Weight (Each Cart.) | 0.28 kg |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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