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Single IBM LTO Ultrium 9 WORM tape cartridge in dark casing

IBM

IBM 02XW569 LTO Ultrium 9 WORM Backup Media 18TB/45TB 1 Pack

SKU CH-QR2Y-CYQ8Y MPN 02XW569

LTO Ultrium 9 WORM tape stores 18 TB native or 45 TB compressed in a single cartridge

  • Total capacity18 TB/45 TB
  • Media formatLTO Ultrium 9 WORM
  • Pack quantity1 Pack
  • WORM format prevents data alteration after writing
  • 18 TB native capacity stores large datasets
  • 45 TB compressed capacity maximises tape utilisation
  • LTO Ultrium 9 media supports high-throughput backup
  • Single cartridge pack simplifies inventory management

LTO Ultrium 9 WORM Tape Cartridge

The IBM 02XW569 is an LTO Ultrium 9 WORM cartridge offering 18TB native and 45TB compressed capacity. It is designed for organisations that require immutable, long-term data archiving and regulatory compliance.

Write-Once Protection for Data Integrity

The WORM format prevents overwriting or erasure once data is recorded, creating a tamper-proof audit trail. This single cartridge supports high-capacity backup workflows without the need for multiple media pieces.

Verify Drive Generation and Library Compatibility

Ensure your tape drive supports LTO Ultrium 9 media and that your autoloader or library accepts this cartridge form factor. WORM media cannot be reformatted for standard read-write use after initialisation.

How it compares

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

Price $128.99
Pricier than about 79% of the 136 comparable items (median $47.99).
Total capacity 18 TB/45 TB
Higher than about 92% of the 23 comparable items (median 800 GB).
Price per TB $7.17 per TB
Cheaper than about 80% of the 16 comparable items (median $18.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Model name02XW569
Total capacity18 TB/45 TB
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 102 mm
In the box
Pack quantity1 Pack
More details
Media formatLTO Ultrium 9 WORM

Questions about this item

How many times can the LTO Ultrium 9 WORM cartridge be written before it must be replaced?

The WORM format allows data to be written once and then retained permanently; the cartridge is replaced when its 18 TB native or 45 TB compressed capacity is full.

What capacity limit will be reached first during a continuous backup job?

The tape holds 18 TB native or 45 TB compressed, so the native 18 TB limit appears first unless the data compresses well enough to reach the higher figure.

Does the cartridge generate any noise or heat while the drive runs all day?

The media itself is passive; all acoustic and thermal output comes from the drive mechanism, not from the cartridge.

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