Lenovo Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge 1-Pack

The Lenovo Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge 1-Pack is a premium LTO-9 data cartridge designed to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective backup and archival storage for today’s small and medium businesses. Built on the Ultrium 9 platform, this cartridge combines massive native capacity with highly efficient data compression, enabling SMBs to protect critical information while reducing media swaps and storage footprints. With 18 TB of native storage and up to 45 TB when data is compressed, this cartridge is engineered to meet the demanding data protection needs of modern enterprises, from daily backups to long-term archives. The 3395.67 ft (approx. 1033 m) of tape length provides ample media for extended retention cycles, while the robust design ensures reliable performance under the rigors of busy tape libraries. And because it is WORM-enabled, you can enforce write-once, read-many data integrity for compliance and tamper-evident archiving. Whether you’re deploying in a small office or a larger SMB environment, this 1-pack cartridge is a compact, dependable solution that helps you safeguard information, streamline recovery, and optimize storage economics.

• High-capacity, cost-efficient storage: Native 18 TB capacity with up to 45 TB compressed storage, enabling fewer media changes and lower total cost of ownership for SMB backup and archival workloads.
• WORM protection for compliance: Write-Once, Read-Many capability ensures data integrity and tamper-evident retention, supporting regulatory compliance and long-term archival requirements.
• Reliable Ultrium 9 technology: Part of the proven LTO-9 data cartridge family, delivering durable, long-lasting storage that is designed to tolerate frequent loading, unloading, and transport in busy SMB environments.
• Long tape length for extended retention: 3395.67 feet of tape on a single cartridge provides extended retention windows, reducing the frequency of cartridge changes during archival cycles.
• SMB-ready, scalable backup solution: A robust, portable data cartridge that fits standard LTO-9 drives and libraries, making it a reliable backbone for backup, disaster recovery, and archival strategies in small to medium businesses.

Technical Details of Lenovo Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge 1-Pack

• Format: LTO-9 Ultrium data cartridge
• Capacity: Native 18 TB; Compressed up to 45 TB
• Protection: WORM (Write Once, Read Many)
• Tape length: 3395.67 ft
• Pack size: 1-pack

How to install Lenovo Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge 1-Pack

• Verify that your drive or library supports Ultrium 9 (LTO-9) and WORM features before installation.
• Power down the drive or library according to the manufacturer’s guidelines if required, and locate the entry slot for media cartridges.
• Handle the cartridge by its ends, avoiding contact with the tape surface. Align the cartridge with the guides and gently insert until the drive or library engages with the cartridge.
• Close the drive door or cartridge slot and perform a media check or a test backup to confirm proper recognition and operation.
• Store unused cartridges in a clean, dry, and cool environment, away from magnets, dust, and direct sunlight to preserve data integrity and longevity.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the native capacity of the Lenovo Ultrium 9 Data Cartridge 1-Pack?
  A: 18 TB native capacity, with compression up to 45 TB depending on data type and compression efficiency.
• Q: What does WORM mean for this cartridge?
  A: WORM stands for Write Once, Read Many, a feature that prevents data from being altered after write, supporting compliance and secure long-term storage.
• Q: Is this cartridge compatible with all LTO-9 drives?
  A: It is designed for standard LTO-9 Ultrium drives and libraries; always check your device vendor’s compatibility guide for exact support and firmware requirements.
• Q: How many cartridges are included in a pack?
  A: The listing specifies a 1-pack cartridge, suitable for single-media backup and archival workflows.
• Q: How should the cartridge be stored?
  A: Store in a cool, dry environment with stable temperature and humidity, away from magnets, dust, and direct sunlight; handle with clean hands and avoid touching the tape surface.