IBM LTO-5 Ultrium blank data tape 46X1290 with 1.5 TB native capacity

The IBM LTO-5 Ultrium blank data tape 46X1290 is designed for professional IT environments requiring reliable enterprise backup and long-term data archiving. Offering a native capacity of 1.5 TB and a compressed capacity of up to 3.0 TB, this LTO media helps organizations manage growing information assets efficiently while maintaining strict industry standards for data security and integrity.

Advantages

This blank data tape delivers exceptional capacity and high reliability at a lower cost per gigabyte compared to many alternative storage mediums. Built and tested to stringent LTO Ultrium Generation 5 specifications, the cartridge helps reduce the number of physical storage media required, thereby optimizing space, equipment, and labor costs associated with tape-based storage. It features advanced dual-partition capability designed to enhance performance for time-encoding applications, supports data encryption standards, and operates as an energy-efficient green storage solution since it requires zero power when resting.

Suitable for

• Enterprise backup and disaster recovery operations
• Long-term data archiving and regulatory compliance retention
• Data centers seeking energy-efficient green storage solutions
• Environments utilizing LTO-5 tape drives and automated libraries

When it may not be suitable

This product is not designed for primary or active daily file storage where data is frequently and randomly accessed on a second-by-second basis. It requires compatible LTO-5 tape hardware and is therefore unsuitable for systems lacking appropriate tape drives or autoloaders.

Key specifications

• Media type: LTO
• Product type: Blank data tape
• Native capacity: 1.5 TB
• Compressed capacity: Up to 3.0 TB
• Tape length: 846 meters
• Tape thickness: 6.4 µm
• Cartridge color: Brown
• Operating temperature range: 10 to 45 °C
• Operating humidity range: 10 to 80 %

How to use

To use the IBM LTO-5 Ultrium blank data tape, insert the cartridge directly into a compatible LTO-5 tape drive or automated tape library. Ensure that your backup or archiving software is properly configured to recognize the media and manage read, write, or partitioning operations. The embedded cartridge memory chip will automatically interact with the drive during loading and unloading to facilitate fast data transfer and performance analysis.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify compatibility with your existing LTO-5 tape drives or tape libraries
• Assess your data volume requirements against the 1.5 TB native and 3.0 TB compressed capacities
• Determine whether your infrastructure supports LTO encryption and dual-partitioning features

Usage recommendations: Store tape cartridges in a clean, temperature- and humidity-controlled environment away from magnetic fields and direct sunlight. Regularly test and clean your tape drives according to the manufacturer guidelines to maintain optimal read and write reliability over the long lifespan of the media.