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IBM 24R1922 LTO Ultrium 3 Backup Media 400/800GB
LTO Ultrium 3 cartridge delivers 400GB native or 800GB compressed capacity at 20-40MB/s for Generation 3 tape drives
- Media TypeLTO Ultrium 3
- Capacity400/800GB
- Quantity1 Pack
- FeaturesScalability to accommodate a wide range of system platforms
- LTO-3 cartridge fits Generation 3 drives
- 400GB native capacity expands to 800GB compressed
- 20-40MB/s transfer rate speeds backups
- Memory chip enables fast load cycles
- ETL Listed for safety compliance
IBM LTO Ultrium 3 Cartridge
The IBM 24R1922 is an LTO Generation 3 tape cartridge designed for backup and archive workloads on compatible drives. It suits IT teams that need removable, offline storage for compliance or disaster-recovery sets.
Durable single-cartridge pack
Each cartridge uses the Ultrium format with an internal memory chip that speeds load and inventory cycles. The media is ETL listed and built for repeated mount and dismount cycles in library or standalone drives.
20 to 40 MB/s transfer with 2:1 compression
Native capacity is 400 GB and compressed capacity reaches 800 GB at a 2:1 ratio. Sustained data rates range from 20 to 40 MB per second depending on drive and host configuration.
Highlights
- LTO-3 cartridge fits Generation 3 drives
- 400GB native capacity expands to 800GB compressed
- 20-40MB/s transfer rate speeds backups
- Memory chip enables fast load cycles
- ETL Listed for safety compliance
Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
|---|---|
| Model | 24R1922 |
| Media Type | LTO Ultrium 3 |
| Capacity | 400/800GB |
| Quantity | 1 Pack |
| Features | Scalability to accommodate a wide range of system platforms Ultrium format provides up to 800GB of capacity with data compression and 20-40MB/second data transfer rate Provides breakthrough in capacity, performance and reliability for mid-range and network tape storage environment Reduces number of cartridges needed for back-up Archival storage life up to 30 years |
| Shipping weight | 0.21 kg |
| Package size | 114 × 110 × 28 mm |
Questions about this item
What data-transfer rate does the LTO Ultrium 3 cartridge support?
The cartridge delivers 20-40MB/second transfer rate with up to 800GB compressed capacity at 2:1 compression ratio.
What drive form factor is required for this cartridge?
The cartridge fits any standard Linear Tape-Open Generation 3 drive bay that accepts LTO-3 media.
How is the cartridge prepared before first use in the drive?
Insert the cartridge; the internal memory chip enables fast load cycles so the drive recognises it immediately.
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