IBM 46X6666 backup storage media Blank data tape 1.5 TB LTO

The IBM LTO Ultrium 5 1.5TB Data Cartridge (SKU: 46X6666) is an enterprise-grade magnetic tape storage solution designed for high-density automated tape libraries. It provides optimized data security, long-term archival retention, and cost-efficient offline storage for server-class data centers.

⚡ Capacity & Performance

• Native Storage Capacity: 1.5 TB

• Compressed Storage Capacity: Up to 3.0 TB (calculated using a standard 2:1 compression ratio)

• Native Data Transfer Rate: Up to 140 MB/s

• Compressed Data Transfer Rate: Up to 280 MB/s

• Data Partitioning: Integrated dual-partition capability supporting the Linear Tape File System (LTFS) for enhanced file control and fast file management.

📏 Tape Physical Specifications

• Tape Technology: LTO-5 Ultrium

• Tape Length: 2,776 feet (846 meters)

• Tape Width: 0.5 inches (12.65 mm)

• Tape Thickness: 6.1 microns

• Base Magnetic Material: Metal Particle (MP)

• Recording Standard: 1,280 tracks (serpentine linear recording format)

🔒 Media Format & Security

• Media Type: Re-Writable (RW)

• WORM Capability: Supports automated Write-Once-Read-Many architecture on specialized WORM cartridge configurations.

• Data Encryption: Fully supports drive-level hardware AES 256-bit encryption standards.

• Archival Storage Life: Up to 30 years under ideal environmental storage conditions.

• Air Gap Defense: Serves as a physical, offline air-gapped barrier to secure business-critical data from online hackers and ransomware deployment.

📦 Physical & Environmental Characteristics

• Cartridge Color: Burgundy / Red

• Cartridge Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.0 x 4.2 x 0.9 inches (101.6 x 106.7 x 22.9 mm)

• Cartridge Weight: 0.4 lbs (approx. 0.2 kg)

• Packaged Quantity: Sold as 1 single individual retail cartridge (includes a tracking barcode label sequence sheet).

• Allowable Operating Environment: 50°F to 113°F (10°C to 45°C); 10% to 80% RH.

• Allowable Storage Environment: 60.8°F to 95°F (16°C to 35°C); 20% to 80% RH.