Fujitsu LTO6 1 x datacassette 2500/6250 GB

For long-term data archiving and backup, the Fujitsu LTO Ultrium 6 Data Cartridge delivers a native capacity of 2.5TB and up to 6.25TB compressed, making it a reliable choice for high-volume storage environments. With a durable single-reel design and linear serpentine recording across 1,280 data tracks, this cartridge ensures consistent performance over an archival life of more than 30 years.

Advantages

The LTO-6 cartridge offers exceptional storage density, with hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption support (drive dependent) and WORM capability for compliance and data integrity. Its 846-meter tape supports up to 5,000 passes, ensuring long-term reliability even in demanding backup rotations. The purple cartridge is easily identifiable and compatible with both LTO-6 drives (read/write) and LTO-7 drives (read only).

Suitable for

• Enterprise data backup and disaster recovery
• Long-term archival of critical business records
• Compliance-driven storage with WORM requirements
• High-capacity media for tape libraries and autoloaders

Key specifications

• Tape technology: LTO Ultrium 6
• Native capacity: 2.5 TB
• Compressed capacity: Up to 6.25 TB (2.5:1 ratio)
• Native transfer rate: Up to 160 MB/s
• Compressed transfer rate: Up to 400 MB/s
• Cartridge type: Single reel, rewritable
• Tape length: 846 m
• Data tracks: 1,280
• Archival life: 30+ years
• Durability: 5,000 passes
• Encryption: AES 256-bit (drive dependent)
• WORM support: Yes
• Compatibility: LTO-6 (read/write), LTO-7 (read only)
• Colour: Purple
• Quantity per pack: 1

Recommendations

For organisations seeking a balance of capacity, longevity, and data security, the Fujitsu LTO-6 cartridge is a proven standard. Pair it with LTO-6 tape drives for optimal performance and leverage its read compatibility with LTO-7 for future migration paths.