IBM 27879 Data Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-5 1.5TB (Native)

SKU 27879

Brand IBM

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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Key specifications

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Media Type: LTO Ultrium 5 (LTO-5)
Native Capacity: 1.5TB
Compressed Capacity: 3.0TB (2:1)
Form Factor: Data Cartridge
Manufacturer: IBM

Product details

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

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.

Condition: Refurbished