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Q2078A - Hp E LTO-8 30TB RW Data Cartrid

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Product Overview

The 30TB LTO-8 Ultrium RW Data Cartridge from HPE has been tested to meet demands for high levels of reliability when restoring data. It offers a high storage density, ease of management, and scalable storage and backup performance with an archival life of up to 30 years. Uncompressed, it offers a storage capacity of 12TB and read speeds of up to 360 MB/s, but thanks to a 2.5:1 compression factor, it can deliver a storage capacity of 30TB and read speeds of up to 700 MB/s, or 2.7TB per hour. This media is rewritable, as compared to WORM (write once, read many), and to help keep your data secure, features FIPS 140-2 Level 1 and AES 256-bit encryption. Write-on labels are included in the box and protection is provided by a limited lifetime warranty and 24/7 toll-free phone support.



  • Media Type: LTO-8
  • Capacity: 12 TB (30 TB Compressed)
  • Compression Rate: 2.5:1
  • Transfer Rate: 360 MB/s
  • Rewritable: Yes
  • Archival Life: 30 Years
  • Tape Length: 3149.61' / 960 m
  • Tape Thickness: 5.6 um
  • Magnetic Coercivity: 2300 Oe
  • Material: Barium Ferrite
  • Labeling: Yes
  • Tracks: 6656
  • WORM Support: No
  • Encryption: 256-Bit AES, FIPS 140-2 Level 1
  • Operating Temperature: 50 to 113?F / 10 to 45?C
  • Operating Humidity: 10 to 80%
  • Storage Temperature: 60 to 90?F / 15 to 32?C
  • Storage Humidity: 20 to 60%
  • Archive Temperature: 41 to 73?F / 5 to 22?C

Expert Overview

The HPE LTO-8 30TB RW Data Cartridge (Q2078A) is a rewritable tape media designed for organizations requiring reliable, high-capacity data storage and backup solutions. This cartridge offers a native capacity of 12TB, expandable to 30TB with a 2.5:1 compression ratio, and supports read speeds up to 700 MB/s when compressed. It is suitable for long-term data retention, providing an archival life of up to 30 years. The media incorporates AES 256-bit encryption and FIPS 140-2 Level 1 security to protect stored information. Included write-on labels facilitate organization. This product addresses the need for scalable, secure, and cost-effective data archiving and disaster recovery strategies, particularly for businesses managing large datasets.

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  • Q2078A
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  • 0.55 lbs
  • 5 X 1 X 4
  • Sep 01, 2026
  • Jun 18, 2026
Product Identifiers: Brand: Hp • Part #: Q2078A • UPC: 190017219097 • Category: Tapes & Data Cartridges

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the actual storage capacity of this LTO-8 cartridge?

The HPE LTO-8 cartridge offers a native, uncompressed storage capacity of 12TB. With a 2.5:1 compression factor, its compressed capacity can reach up to 30TB.

Does this data cartridge support WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality?

No, this HPE LTO-8 data cartridge is rewritable media and does not support WORM functionality. It allows for multiple read and write operations.

What security features are included with this data cartridge?

The cartridge features AES 256-bit encryption and FIPS 140-2 Level 1 certification. These features help to secure data stored on the tape media.

What is the expected archival life for data stored on this cartridge?

This HPE LTO-8 data cartridge is designed for long-term data retention, offering an archival life of up to 30 years under specified storage conditions.

Q2078A - Hp E LTO-8 30TB RW Data Cartrid

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