
HPE LTO-6 6.25TB WORM Data Cartridge
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HPE LTO-6 6.25TB WORM Data Cartridge.
Type: LTO Ultrium WORM. Tape Cartridge: Ultrium 6. Media Included Qty: 1. Cartridge Labeling: Write-on labels. Colour: Purple. Native Capacity: 2.5 TB. Compressed Capacity: 6.25 TB. Tape Length: 846 m.
Specifications
- Native Capacity
- 2.5 TB
Highlights
- Up to 6.25 TB compressed capacity and 2.5 TB native capacity
- Write-Once, Read-Many (WORM) technology prevents data tampering
- Up to 30 years archival life for long-term record retention
- 846-metre tape length utilising Metal Particle (MP) formulation
- Distinctive purple cartridge casing with write-on labels included
General
- Type
- LTO Ultrium WORM
- Tape Cartridge
- Ultrium 6
- Media Included Qty
- 1
- Cartridge Labeling
- Write-on labels
- Colour
- Purple
Compatibility Information
- Designed For
- HPE StorageWorks SAS Rack-Mount Kit
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 10 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 45 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 10 - 80%
- Min Storage Temperature
- 16 °C
- Max Storage Temperature
- 32 °C
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited lifetime warranty
Media
- Native Capacity
- 2.5 TB
- Compressed Capacity
- 6.25 TB
- Tape Length
- 846 m
- Archival Life
- 30 years
- Features
- Metal Particle (MP)
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The HPE LTO-6 6.25TB WORM Data Cartridge is a write-once, read-many tape storage medium engineered for enterprise compliance and secure archiving. Providing 2.5 TB native and up to 6.25 TB compressed capacity, it is designed for organisations needing unalterable, long-term data retention with a specified 30-year archival life.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE LTO-6 WORM cartridge used for?
- This cartridge is built for regulatory compliance and secure data preservation. Its Write-Once, Read-Many format ensures that once information is written to the tape, it cannot be erased, edited, or overwritten.
What are the storage capacities and tape specifications?
- The cartridge delivers 2.5 TB of native capacity and up to 6.25 TB when compressed. It contains an 846-metre Metal Particle Ultrium 6 tape designed for reliable long-term data backup.
Does this tape cartridge come with a warranty?
- Yes, it is covered by a limited lifetime warranty from HPE. Orders placed via Server Hub are backed by local South African warranty support.