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IBM 27879 Data Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-5 1.5TB (Native)
- LTO Ultrium 5 (LTO-5) technology for high-density data storage.
- Native storage capacity of 1.5TB.
- Compressed storage capacity of up to 3.0TB (assuming 2:1 compression).
- Designed for long-term data archiving and backup.
- Features robust error correction and data integrity mechanisms.
- Compatible with LTO-5 tape drives and libraries.
- Durable cartridge construction for reliable media handling.
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Product Overview
The IBM 27879 is an LTO Ultrium 5 (LTO-5) data cartridge designed for high-capacity, reliable, and secure data archiving and backup. It offers a native storage capacity of 1.5TB, making it suitable for enterprise-level data management needs.
Technical Information
| Media Type | LTO Ultrium 5 (LTO-5) |
| Native Capacity | 1.5TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 3.0TB (2:1) |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Data Cartridge |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Product Description
The IBM 27879 Data Cartridge is a state-of-the-art storage medium engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern data archiving and backup strategies. As an LTO Ultrium 5 (LTO-5) cartridge, it leverages advanced magnetic tape technology to deliver a substantial native storage capacity of 1.5 terabytes. This capacity can be further expanded to an impressive 3.0 terabytes when utilizing the industry-standard 2:1 data compression ratio, making it an exceptionally cost-effective solution for large volumes of data.


