HPE LTO-8 30TB Ultrium Non-Custom Labeled Tape Cartridge (20-Pack)

Overview

The HPE Q2078AN is a 20-pack of LTO-8 Ultrium tape cartridges designed for reliable data archiving and protection. Each cartridge offers up to 30 TB of compressed storage and supports read speeds approaching 700 MB per second when used with compatible drives. These tapes are ideal for organizations that require regular backups, compliance archives, or air-gapped ransomware protection as part of their data management strategy.

With built-in AES-256 encryption, the cartridges safeguard sensitive data from unauthorized access. Their offline nature also provides a physical barrier against cyber threats targeting live networks. The use of barium ferrite media ensures an archival life of up to 30 years, making these tapes suitable for long-term storage needs such as legal records, medical imaging, and scientific data preservation.

Key features

• High-capacity storage of 30 TB compressed data per cartridge supports large-scale backup and archival tasks.
• Fast data transfer rates up to 700 MB per second enable efficient offloading of large datasets.
• AES-256 encryption protects data confidentiality during storage and transport.
• Barium ferrite media provides durability and a 30-year archival lifespan under recommended conditions.
• Pre-labeled cartridges simplify inventory management in libraries and autoloaders, reducing setup time.
• Compact green casing with precise dimensions allows easy handling and compatibility with standard tape libraries.
• Rewritable design supports multiple backup cycles, enhancing cost-effectiveness.
• Limited lifetime warranty offers long-term confidence in product reliability.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 30 TB compressed per cartridge
• Read speed: up to 700 MB per second
• Tape length: 960 meters
• Tape width: 12.65 mm
• Tape thickness: 5.6 micrometers
• Media type: barium ferrite
• Archival life: up to 30 years
• Cartridge dimensions: 11.3 × 11.1 × 2.1 cm
• Encryption: AES-256
• Quantity: 20 cartridges per pack

Connectivity and compatibility

These LTO-8 Ultrium cartridges are compatible with LTO-8 tape drives and libraries that support the Ultrium format. They integrate seamlessly into existing backup infrastructures that utilize tape automation systems, making them a practical choice for IT environments focused on secure, high-capacity data storage. The pre-labeled design ensures smooth operation within autoloaders and tape libraries without additional manual labeling.

Ideal uses and environments

This 20-pack of HPE LTO-8 cartridges fits well in enterprise data centers, government agencies, healthcare facilities, and research institutions where large volumes of data require secure, long-term storage. They are particularly suited for nightly backups, compliance archiving, multimedia project preservation, and scientific data collection that demands quick offloading from primary storage. The combination of encryption and offline storage also makes them a strong choice for organizations prioritizing ransomware protection.