LTO-3 Drive Specifications
Quantum SuperLoader 3 User’s Guide
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Basic description
Pre-formatted (servo written) metal particle
Tape length
680 m (2230.9 ft.)
Cartridge dimensions
10.2 x 10.54 x 2.15 cm
(4 x 4.15 x .85 in)
Read compatibility
LTO Ultrium 1, LTO Ultrium 2, LTO Ultrium 3
Write compatibility
LTO Ultrium 2, LTO Ultrium 3
Shelf life
> 30 years with < 10% loss in demagnetization @ 20°C
40% RH (noncondensing)
Cartridge life
1,000,000 passes (any point on the tape passing the
recording head in either direction)
LTO Universal Cleaning cartridge
20 uses
Characteristic
LTO Ultrium 3