HPE Data Cartridge

Safeguard your most valuable data with the HPE Data Cartridge, a trusted LTO-8 tape solution engineered for long-term reliability and scalable archival storage. This 20-pack delivers enterprise-grade cartridges designed to resist both physical wear and electronic degradation, helping you protect backup copies, archives, and multi-year retention requirements without compromise. With a native capacity of 12 TB and a compressed capacity up to 30 TB, these cartridges are ideal for dense, cost-efficient storage that reduces footprint while preserving data integrity across years or even decades. Built on proven LTO-8 tape technology, the HPE Data Cartridge combines resilience, compatibility, and performance to support critical data management workflows in modern IT environments.

• High-capacity, cost-efficient storage: Each cartridge delivers 12 TB native capacity with up to 30 TB compressed capacity, enabling you to consolidate backups and archives without sacrificing performance or reliability. This makes the 20-pack particularly suitable for large-scale data centers, MSPs, and enterprise environments that require scalable tape storage solutions.
• Long-term data integrity and durability: Designed to withstand the rigors of archival use, the HPE Data Cartridge emphasizes robust physical construction and dependable data protection so you can store information securely for years or decades, minimizing media decay and corruption risks.
• Reliable LTO-8 technology: Built on the proven Ultrium format, the cartridge leverages LTO-8 tape media for efficient read/write operations, strong error correction, and broad compatibility with modern tape libraries and backup software ecosystems.
• Extensive tape length for endurance: With a substantial 3149.61 ft of tape per cartridge, the solution supports lengthy data streams and extended backup windows, enhancing throughput in busy environments while maintaining data accuracy.
• Bulk packaging for deployment efficiency: The 20-pack format is ideal for organizations that operate large libraries, enabling fast stocking, quick replenishment, and simplified inventory management in data centers and offsite storage facilities.

Technical Details of HPE Data Cartridge

• Technology: LTO-8 Ultrium tape
• Native capacity: 12 TB
• Compressed capacity: 30 TB
• Tape length: 3149.61 ft
• Pack size: 20 cartridges

How to Install HPE Data Cartridge

• Confirm compatibility: Ensure your tape drive or library supports LTO-8 Ultrium cartridges and is configured for the appropriate backup software and retention policies.
• Prepare for handling: Handle cartridges only by the frames and label areas. Avoid touching the tape surface to prevent damage or contamination.
• Open the drive/library: Power down or pause operations as required by your library’s procedures and open the drive or cartridge shelf where the cartridge will be inserted.
• Insert with care: Insert the HPE Data Cartridge into the drive or slot until the mechanism seats and a confirmation indicator (LED or software message) confirms successful loading.
• Verify and catalog: Run a basic inventory check or media verification in your backup software to confirm the cartridge is recognized. Update inventory records to reflect the new cartridge status and location.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the native capacity of the HPE Data Cartridge?

  The native capacity is 12 TB per cartridge, with up to 30 TB of compressed capacity depending on data compressibility and workload characteristics.

• How many cartridges are included in the pack?

  The product is packaged as a 20-pack, suitable for bulk deployments and large libraries.

• What is the tape length per cartridge?

  Each cartridge contains 3149.61 feet of tape, supporting long sequential data transfers and sustained backup operations.

• Is this compatible with existing LTO-8 libraries?

  Yes. These cartridges use the standard LTO-8 Ultrium format and are designed to work with compatible LTO-8 tape drives and libraries, along with common backup software ecosystems.

• What are best practices for long-term storage?

  Store cartridges in a clean, climate-controlled environment away from strong magnetic fields and direct sunlight. Maintain consistent humidity and temperature within vendor recommendations and catalog media with proper labeling and rotation policies to maximize archival longevity.