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header-product Storage drive IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge 12 TB
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Storage drive IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge 12 TB

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The IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge offers a native capacity of 12 TB and a compressed capacity of 30 TB with a compression ratio of 2.5:1. Designed for efficient data storage, it features dimensions of 105.4 mm width, 21.6 mm depth, and 102 mm height. Ideal for businesses needing reliable and high-capacity backup solutions.
Available at price 78.99 €: 62 pcs.
Total available for order: 610 pcs.
Warranty: 2 Years
SKU: 3149182
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Product information

Description

The IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge 12 TB provides removable, high-capacity tape storage with a native capacity of 12 TB and a compressed capacity up to 30 TB (2.5:1). Compatible with LTO Ultrium 8 tape drives, the cartridge supports device-level encryption and is available in rewritable and WORM (write-once-read-many) models. The cartridge dimensions are approximately 105.4 mm (W) x 21.6 mm (D) x 102 mm (H) and it weighs about 0.2 kg.

Advantages

Removable tape cartridges enable secure offline storage that reduces exposure to online threats and site-specific incidents. LTO Ultrium 8 compatibility ensures broad vendor support and adherence to open standards, lowering integration and investment risk. Device-level encryption helps protect data privacy and integrity, while the WORM option prevents accidental or malicious overwriting. IBM Spectrum Archive support makes tape files searchable and directly accessible using familiar disk-like directory structures.

Suitable for

  • Long-term archival and cold storage
  • Offline backups for disaster recovery
  • Regulatory compliance requiring non-erasable archives (WORM)
  • Large-scale data retention where cost-per-GB is critical

Key specifications

  • Native capacity: 12 TB
  • Compressed capacity (2.5:1): up to 30 TB
  • Standard: LTO Ultrium 8
  • Models: Rewritable and WORM
  • Dimensions (W×D×H): 105.4 × 21.6 × 102 mm
  • Weight: 0.2 kg
  • MPN: 01PL041
  • EAN: 0883436693417

How to use

Insert the IBM LTO Ultrium 8 cartridge into a compatible LTO Ultrium 8 tape drive or automation library following the drive manufacturer's instructions. If using encryption, configure device-level encryption on the drive according to your security policies before writing data. When using IBM Spectrum Archive, index the tape contents to enable file retrieval through the familiar directory tree interface. For WORM cartridges, be aware that written data cannot be erased or rewritten.

Usage recommendations

Store cartridges in a controlled environment away from extreme temperatures, humidity, magnetic fields and direct sunlight. Maintain an inventory of cartridge labels (blank, custom or RFID) and perform periodic data integrity checks and proper handling to prolong media life and ensure reliable recovery.

Specifications

Media type: The type of media e.g. DVD, Blu-ray.
Tape cartridge
Product type: The sub-category of the product.
Storage drive
All features
Certification:
CE
Compression ratio: The ratio between the uncompressed file size and compressed size. Thus a representation that compresses a 10MB file to 2MB has a compression ratio of 10/2 = 5, often notated as an explicit ratio, 5:1 (read "five" to "one"), or as an implicit ratio, 5/1.
2.5:1
Data storage type:
LTO

Logistics data

Harmonized System (HS) code:
84719000

Technical details

Quantity: The number of products there are.
1

Operational conditions

Storage relative humidity (H-H):
20 - 50
Storage temperature (T-T): The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.
16 - 25
Operating relative humidity (H-H):
10 - 70
Operating temperature (T-T): The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.
10 - 45

Weight & dimensions

Weight: Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.
0.2 kg
Height: The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.
102 mm
Depth: The distance from the front to the back of something.
21.55 mm
Width: The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
105.4 mm

Performance

Compressed capacity: The maximum storage capacity of a storage medium when applying data compression. Usually measured in bytes e.g. gigabytes (GB). Sometimes the conditions are mentioned for reaching the maximum capacity mentioned, like tape length, the number of storage units, or the type of storage equipment/medium.
30000 GB
Native capacity: Actual medium capacity without applying compression.
12000 GB
Media type: The type of media e.g. DVD, Blu-ray.
Tape cartridge
Product type: The sub-category of the product.
Storage drive

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Product comparison

On this page, the Storage drive IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge 12 TB is compared with alternative tape-based storage products from IBM and Quantum, including older generation data tapes and specialized cleaning cartridges. While all these items relate to tape storage systems, they serve entirely different practical functions ranging from high-capacity data archiving to routine hardware maintenance. The main differences lie in storage capacity and whether the cartridge is meant for data retention or drive upkeep.

⚙️ The following specification comparison covers the product types, storage capacities, and intended functions to highlight how these options differ in real-world application.

ParameterIBM LTO Ultrium 8 (12 TB)IBM LTO Ultrium 4 (30876)Quantum Ultrium 8 (MR-L8MQN-BC)IBM LTO Ultrium 35L2086IBM LTO Ultrium 4 (30877)IBM LTO Ultrium 23R7008Practical conclusion
Product typeStorage driveBlank data tapeBlank data tapeCleaning CartridgeBlank data tapeCleaning CartridgeThe products serve distinct purposes; data tapes are used for backup and archiving, whereas cleaning cartridges are strictly for maintaining drive hardware.
Native storage capacity12 TB800 GB12 TBNot applicable800 GBNot applicableGeneration 8 media (IBM LTO Ultrium 8 and Quantum) offer significantly higher native capacity (12 TB) compared to the older generation 4 tapes (800 GB).
Intended useLarge-scale data archivingStandard backup for legacy systemsLarge-scale data archivingCleaning read/write headsStandard backup for legacy systemsCleaning read/write headsSelection depends entirely on operational requirements, choosing high-capacity media for backups or cleaning tools for drive maintenance.

◎ The table below evaluates different user needs and usage scenarios to help determine which product version is most suitable for your specific workflow.

Usage scenarioRecommended productWhy
Modern high-capacity enterprise data archivingStorage drive IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge 12 TB or Quantum Ultrium 8 MR-L8MQN-BCBoth generation 8 cartridges provide a native capacity of 12 TB, making them ideal for backing up massive volumes of data efficiently.
Routine maintenance and longevity of tape drivesIBM LTO Ultrium Cleaning Cartridge 35L2086 or IBM LTO Ultrium Cleaning Cartridge 23R7008Cleaning cartridges are essential tools designed to safely clean read/write heads, preventing data loss and maintaining optimal drive performance.
Compatibility with older legacy tape backup infrastructuresIBM LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Cartridge (95P4278 or 95P4436)These options fit older environments where hardware specifications require generation 4 media rather than high-density modern cartridges.

Recommendation: The Storage drive IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge 12 TB provides a massive 12 TB native storage capacity, making it superior for modern enterprise archiving compared to legacy tapes. Choose it when you need high-density data backup capabilities. Opt for cleaning cartridges or older generation tapes only if your specific workflow involves routine hardware maintenance or legacy hardware support.

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