General
Compressed storage capacity	1,5 TB
Storage capacity uncompressed	3 TB
Technology	LTO-5 Ultrium
File system	LTO Ultrium Linear Tape File System
Encoding	AES-256

The HP LTO Ultrium data cartridge is a storage medium for secure and reliable data backup in enterprise environments. The manufacturer is HP, and the product is offered under the manufacturer's number C7975A. It is an LTO-5 cartridge designed for use in tape drives, offering high storage density and easy manageability. The cartridge primarily serves as a backup solution for large data volumes and enables data restoration with high reliability.

LTO-5 Technology
The cartridge is based on the LTO-5 generation of LTO Ultrium storage technology. This generation offers a nominal capacity of 1.5 TB in compressed mode and 3 TB in uncompressed mode. The storage technology enables efficient bandwidth utilization and supports the secure archiving of large data volumes. The LTO-5 generation is part of a series of storage generations ranging from LTO-1 to LTO-6, with each generation providing higher capacities and improved features.

Functions and Features in Detail
Starting with the LTO-5 generation, the LTO Ultrium Linear Tape File System (LTFS) is supported. This file system enables intuitive and flexible use of the tape cartridge, comparable to other removable storage media such as USB drives. Users can directly identify, open, and manage files on the cartridge without requiring special software or additional conversions. This enhances user-friendliness and efficiency in data backup and restoration.

Technology Explained Simply
The LTO-5 cartridge uses magnetic storage technology, where data is stored on a magnetic tape. The cartridge is designed for use in tape drives that support LTO-5 technology. Transfer speed is not explicitly specified for LTO-5, although for the LTO-6 generation, a speed of up to 1.4 TB/h is indicated, suggesting high efficiency of the technology. The cartridge is designed for use in professional backup systems where high reliability and large storage capacities are required.

Compatibility and Accessories
The cartridge is compatible with LTO-5 tape drives and can be used in systems that support LTO-5 technology.

Operational Advantages
The cartridge offers high storage density and enables the secure archiving of large data volumes. Support for the LTFS file system increases user-friendliness and simplifies management of stored data. The high reliability in data restoration makes the cartridge a suitable solution for critical backup applications. The cartridge is designed for use in enterprises requiring reliable and scalable data backup.

Applications
The cartridge is suitable for use in enterprises and organizations that need to securely archive and back up large data volumes. It is particularly suited for applications requiring high reliability and easy data manageability. The cartridge can be used in various industries, including IT infrastructure, financial services, healthcare, and education, where data security and integrity are of high importance.

Data Security and Compliance
Starting with the LTO-4 generation, secure AES-256 encryption is supported, providing a high level of data security and meeting compliance requirements. Although the LTO-5 cartridge supports this feature, encryption is not activated by default and must be enabled depending on system configuration. The cartridge is therefore suitable for environments subject to strict data protection and compliance regulations.

WORM Functions
Starting with the LTO-3 generation, WORM data cartridges are available, suitable for creating tamper-proof and durable archives. The cartridge can thus be used for applications requiring one-time, non-modifiable data storage.

LTO Ultrium
LTFS (Linear Tape File System)
AES-256 Encryption
WORM (Write Once, Read Many)
Backup Solution
Tape Cartridge