Fujifilm 16551221 LTO-8 Ultrium Data Cartridge - 12 TB Native / 30 TB Compressed - 360 MB/s Transfer
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The LTO-8 cartridge utilizes 6656 data tracks to achieve its storage density, with a tape length of 3149.6 feet ensuring extended recording capability. The compressed data transfer rate reaches 750 MB/s, enabling efficient handling of compressible data streams during backup windows.
Its physical design measures 4.02 inches in height, 4.15 inches in width, and 0.85 inches in depth, maintaining compatibility with standard LTO-8 tape drives and libraries. This compact footprint allows for high-density storage in tape automation systems without sacrificing performance or reliability.
Relevant factors for this section include Tape Technology, Compressed Storage Capacity, Native Storage Capacity, Height. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
This Fujifilm cartridge combines high storage capacity with proven tape reliability, offering a balanced solution for backup and archival needs. Its design prioritizes both performance and long-term data integrity.
High-Density Storage
Delivers 12 TB native and 30 TB compressed capacity in a standard LTO-8 cartridge format, maximizing storage efficiency per unit.
- 12 TB native capacity for uncompressed data
- 30 TB compressed capacity for compressible data
- 6656 tracks for enhanced data density
Optimized Performance
Supports transfer rates up to 360 MB/s native and 750 MB/s compressed, facilitating efficient backup operations and reducing backup windows.
- 360 MB/s native transfer rate
- 750 MB/s compressed transfer rate
- Compatible with LTO-8 drive specifications
Compact and Durable
Features a small physical footprint while maintaining robust construction for reliable handling and long-term data retention.
- Dimensions: 4.02" H × 4.15" W × 0.85" D
- Standard LTO-8 cartridge design
- Built for repeated use in automated libraries
Deployment / Use Cases
The Fujifilm LTO-8 cartridge is ideal for small to medium business environments requiring cost-effective, high-capacity backup solutions. Its balance of capacity, speed, and reliability makes it suitable for regular backup cycles and long-term data archiving.
Common deployment scenarios include supplementing disk-based backup systems with tape for air-gapped security, creating offline archives for regulatory compliance, and managing large datasets where cost per terabyte is a critical factor. The cartridge integrates seamlessly with LTO-8 tape drives and libraries from major manufacturers.
SMB Backup Solutions
Provides a reliable and economical tape backup option for small and medium businesses, offering substantial capacity without the ongoing power and cooling costs of disk arrays.
Long-Term Data Archiving
Supports extended data retention periods with the inherent stability of tape media, making it suitable for compliance archives, historical records, and infrequently accessed data sets.
Physical Profile
The cartridge maintains the standard LTO-8 form factor with precise dimensions that ensure compatibility across drive and library ecosystems. Its compact size allows for efficient storage in high-density tape libraries while the durable housing protects the media during handling and transportation.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 4.02" (102 mm), 4.15" (105.40 mm), 0.85" (21.50 mm). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 4.15" (105.40 mm)
- Depth
- 0.85" (21.50 mm)
- Height
- 4.02" (102 mm)
- Length
- 3149.6 ft
Highlights
- LTO-8 tape technology for reliable, cost-efficient backup
- 12 TB native storage capacity for long-term data retention
- 30 TB compressed storage capacity with data compression
- Maximum native data transfer rate of 360 MB/s
- Maximum compressed data transfer rate of 750 MB/s
- 6656 data tracks for high-density storage
- 3149.6 ft tape length for extended recording
- Compact dimensions: 4.02" H × 4.15" W × 0.85" D
- Compatible with LTO-8 tape drives and libraries
- Ideal for SMB backup and archival applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fuji Photo Film Co. Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 16551221 |
| Brand Name | Fujifilm |
| Product Name | LTO Ultrium 8 Data Cartridge |
| Product Type | Data Cartridge |
| Technical Information | |
| Tape Technology | LTO-8 |
| Compressed Storage Capacity | 30 TB |
| Native Storage Capacity | 12 TB |
| Maximum Native Data Transfer Rate | 360 MB/s |
| Maximum Compressed Data Transfer Rate | 750 MB/s |
| Number of Tracks | 6656 |
| Tape Length | 3149.6 ft |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 4.02" (102 mm) |
| Width | 4.15" (105.40 mm) |
| Depth | 0.85" (21.50 mm) |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the storage capacity of this Fujifilm LTO-8 cartridge?
This Fujifilm LTO-8 Ultrium Data Cartridge provides 12 TB of native storage capacity. With data compression enabled, it can store up to 30 TB of compressible data. The native capacity is suitable for uncompressed data types, while the compressed capacity maximizes storage efficiency for compressible files.
What is the data transfer speed of this LTO-8 tape cartridge?
The cartridge supports a maximum native data transfer rate of 360 MB/s. When data compression is utilized, the transfer rate can reach up to 750 MB/s. These speeds enable efficient backup operations, helping to complete data protection tasks within available backup windows.
Is this cartridge compatible with my existing LTO tape drive?
This Fujifilm cartridge is designed for LTO-8 tape drives. It maintains full compatibility with LTO-8 drive specifications and should work with any LTO-8 drive from major manufacturers. For optimal performance, ensure your drive firmware is current and properly maintained.
How does the tape length affect storage capacity?
The 3149.6-foot tape length, combined with 6656 data tracks, enables the high storage density of this LTO-8 cartridge. Longer tape allows for more data to be recorded linearly, while the high track count increases data density across the tape width, together delivering the 12 TB native capacity.
What are the physical dimensions of this data cartridge?
The cartridge measures 4.02 inches in height (102 mm), 4.15 inches in width (105.40 mm), and 0.85 inches in depth (21.50 mm). These standard LTO-8 dimensions ensure compatibility with tape drives, autoloaders, and library systems designed for LTO-8 media.
What type of environments is this tape cartridge best suited for?
This Fujifilm LTO-8 cartridge is particularly well-suited for small to medium business environments requiring cost-effective backup solutions. It provides reliable, high-capacity storage for regular backup cycles, long-term archiving, and data retention where tape's air-gap security and low total cost of ownership are advantageous.
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