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Single LTO Ultrium 3 tape cartridge in labelled pack

Imation

Imation 17535 LTO Ultrium 3 400/800GB backup media 1 pack

SKU CH-J28T-P3N1B

LTO Ultrium 3 tape cartridge storing 400 GB native or 800 GB compressed, supplied as a single labeled unit without a case

  • Total capacity400/800 GB
  • Media formatLTO Ultrium 3
  • Pack quantity1 Pack
  • Key featuresLTO3 400/800 GB LABELED WITHOUT CASE
  • High-capacity LTO Ultrium 3 stores 400GB native or 800GB compressed
  • Single cartridge format simplifies offline backup rotations
  • Labeled media enables quick identification in tape libraries
  • New condition ensures reliable first-use performance
  • March 2026 listing confirms current production availability

Imation LTO Ultrium 3 tape for archival storage

This Imation 17535 cartridge uses LTO Ultrium 3 technology to provide 400GB native or 800GB compressed capacity. It suits organisations that write backups sequentially and keep tapes offline for long-term retention. The single pack is labelled and ships without a protective case.

Sustained streaming writes at rated LTO-3 speeds

The tape streams data at the native LTO-3 transfer rate when the drive can maintain a continuous feed. Performance drops sharply if the host pauses the stream, because the drive must reposition the tape. It is not suited for random-access workloads or frequent small-file appends.

Drop-in installation in any LTO-3 or later drive

Insert the cartridge into a compatible LTO-3, LTO-4, LTO-5 or LTO-6 drive and the library or drive firmware handles calibration. The missing case means the tape edges are exposed during handling; fingerprints or dust on the leader can cause read errors on the first load.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameImation
Model name17535
Total capacity400/800 GB
In the box
Pack quantity1 Pack
More details
Media formatLTO Ultrium 3

Questions about this item

Does the 17535 cartridge generate noticeable heat or noise during extended backup sessions?

The 17535 tape media itself has no moving parts and produces no heat or noise; any sound or warmth comes from the LTO-3 drive mechanism, not the cartridge.

What drive does the Imation 17535 require to read and write data?

The 17535 media requires an LTO Ultrium 3 tape drive that supports the 400 GB native and 800 GB compressed capacities.

Will the 17535 tapes work in an older LTO-2 drive I still use?

An LTO-2 drive cannot write to LTO-3 media; the 17535 cartridges are only compatible with LTO-3 or newer drives that support backward reading of LTO-2 tapes.

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