The latest LTO-9 Ultrium drives are designed for high-speed data transfer, capable of writing or reading data at a blistering 3.6 terabytes per hour (TB/hour).
Understanding LTO Ultrium Speeds
LTO (Linear Tape Open) Ultrium is a widely adopted magnetic tape data storage technology, and its performance, including speed, has significantly evolved with each generation. While older generations have different specifications, the most current LTO-9 Ultrium generation offers impressive throughput designed to meet the demands of modern data environments.
This speed of 3.6 TB/hour translates to a sustained native transfer rate of approximately 1 GB per second (GB/s), making it highly efficient for managing large datasets.
LTO-9 Ultrium Performance Overview
The high performance of LTO-9 Ultrium technology is not only about speed but also its capacity and reliability, making it suitable for demanding enterprise workloads.
| Metric | LTO-9 Ultrium Performance |
|---|---|
| Data Transfer Rate | 3.6 TB/hour |
| Native Transfer Rate | ~1 GB/s |
| Capacity (Compressed) | Up to 45 TB (at 2.5:1 compression) |
| Capacity (Native) | 18 TB (uncompressed) |
Key Benefits of High-Speed LTO
The rapid data transfer capabilities of LTO Ultrium tape technology offer significant advantages for organizations dealing with massive amounts of data:
- Large-Scale Data Management: The high throughput is ideal for backing up, archiving, and restoring vast quantities of data quickly and efficiently.
- Mission-Critical Environments: Its speed supports 24x7 operations, ensuring that data protection and recovery processes can keep pace with continuous data generation in mission-critical IT environments.
- Efficient Data Handling: LTO-9 drives can rapidly store, encrypt, and protect up to 45 TB of compressed data on a single cartridge, optimizing storage efficiency and reducing backup windows.
- Cost-Effective Scalability: The combination of high speed and large capacity provides a cost-effective solution for long-term data retention and disaster recovery.
