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IBM LTO Ultrium 6 data cartridge 00V7590 in dark plastic shell

IBM

IBM 00V7590 LTO Ultrium 6 backup media 2.5TB/6.25TB

SKU CH-XS8S-4QSZD MPN 00V7590

LTO Ultrium 6 cartridge stores 2.5 TB native or 6.25 TB compressed for long-term backup and archiving

  • Total capacity2.5 TB (Native) / 6.25 TB (Compressed)
  • Media formatLTO Ultrium 6
  • 5 TB native capacity stores large datasets on a single cartridge
  • 25 TB compressed capacity reduces the number of cartridges needed
  • LTO Ultrium 6 format delivers fast, reliable backup performance
  • IBM 00V7590 model ensures compatibility with supported tape libraries
  • New condition provides full media life for long-term archiving

IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Cartridge

The IBM 00V7590 is an LTO Ultrium 6 data cartridge built for organisations that need high-capacity offline backup and long-term archiving. It suits IT teams managing growing data volumes where cost per terabyte and media longevity are primary concerns.

Thermal noise and power

As a passive magnetic tape cartridge, the unit generates no heat and produces zero acoustic noise during operation. It draws no electrical power itself, relying entirely on the tape drive mechanism for all read and write activity.

Build integration

The cartridge fits any LTO Ultrium 6 compatible drive and autoloader, requiring no extra cabling, software licences or host adapters beyond the drive itself. It frees up primary disk arrays by moving cold data to removable media that can be stored offline for disaster recovery.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Backup Disks & Cartridges, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $40.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 136 comparable items (median $47.99).
Total capacity 2.5 TB (Native) / 6.25 TB (Compressed)
Higher than about 60% of the 23 comparable items (median 800 GB).
Price per TB $16.40 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 16 items is $18.00 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Model name00V7590
Total capacity2.5 TB (Native) / 6.25 TB (Compressed)
Size & build
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size114 × 108 × 25 mm
More details
Media formatLTO Ultrium 6

Questions about this item

How do I load the IBM 00V7590 cartridge into an LTO-6 drive, and what step is often missed?

Insert the cartridge label-side up until it clicks; the step often missed is verifying the write-protect switch position before insertion.

What maintenance or replacement will the 00V7590 cartridge need over its service life?

The cartridge itself requires no scheduled maintenance; replace it when the drive logs excessive read/write errors or after the archival retention period ends.

What limit appears first during sustained streaming writes to the 00V7590 tape?

The 2.5 TB native capacity limit is reached first; sustained writes stop when the physical end-of-tape marker is detected.

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