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HPE LTO-9 Ultrium data cartridge in light blue shell

HPE

HPE Q2079A LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB backup drive

SKU CH-3K85-347EV MPN Q2079A

Stores 45 TB of data offline with 256-bit AES encryption for long-term protection against cyber threats

  • Product typeServer
  • Offline air-gap storage protects data from network-based ransomware attacks
  • Built-in AES 256-bit encryption secures data even if cartridges are stolen
  • Cartridge memory chip enables faster access and enhanced media monitoring
  • First-time restore reliability reduces media failures across duty cycles
  • 80% lower 10-year archiving cost versus all-disk or cloud alternatives

HPE LTO-9 Ultrium 45TB Cartridge

The HPE Q2079A is a write-once or rewritable LTO-9 data cartridge offering 45 terabytes of native capacity for long-term archival storage. It is designed for organisations that require an offline, air-gapped medium to protect critical datasets from network-borne threats such as ransomware.

Air-Gapped Security and Encryption

Storing cartridges offline creates a physical air gap that keeps data beyond the reach of cybercriminals who target connected backup infrastructure. Built-in AES 256-bit encryption secures information on the tape itself, while WORM capability provides a tamper-proof option for compliance and regulatory retention requirements.

Low-Cost Archival Headroom

The 45 TB native capacity provides substantial headroom for growing datasets and multi-year retention policies. Industry analysis indicates LTO tape technology delivers over 80 percent lower total cost of ownership across a 10-year period compared to all-disk or cloud-only approaches, making it economical for cold data that must remain accessible.

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Price $87.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameHPE
Product typeServer
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size114 × 109 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

How do I choose between the 45 TB cartridge and a lower-capacity LTO tape?

The 45 TB native capacity suits long-term archives that must stay offline; smaller cartridges cost less per unit but need more slots and handling for the same dataset.

What does the 45 TB figure mean when the cartridge is in a real drive?

It is the native, uncompressed capacity; with the drive's built-in compression you can often store up to 90 TB on a single cartridge.

What interface does the LTO-9 cartridge use and what does it cap in practice?

The cartridge works with any LTO-9 drive using the standard LTO interface; the 45 TB native limit is set by the media format, not the host connection.

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