IBM LTO9 Tapes – Built for Performance and Longevity
When it comes to long-term data storage, IBM LTO9 tapes set a new standard in reliability, capacity, and durability. Designed with cutting-edge Barium Ferrite (BaFe) tape technology, each cartridge is optimized for performance, offering a native capacity of 18TB and up to 45TB with compression. That’s 50% more capacity than the previous LTO-8 generation—perfect for businesses managing growing data workloads.
The IBM LTO9 tape (Part Number: 02XW568) is ideal for backup, archival, and compliance needs. It delivers blazing fast data transfer rates of 360MB/s natively, and up to 900MB/s compressed—making data recovery and access quick and efficient. Whether you’re a data center, healthcare provider, financial institution, or enterprise IT team, LTO9 supports seamless integration and long-term peace of mind.
Key Specifications
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Format: LTO Ultrium 9
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Part Number: 02XW568
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Native Capacity: 18TB
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Compressed Capacity: Up to 45TB
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Data Transfer Rate: 360MB/s native, 900MB/s compressed
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Technology: Barium Ferrite (BaFe)
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Archival Life: Up to 30 years
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Load/Unload Cycles: Rated for 20,000 cycles
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