Build a more controlled backup tier with HPE LTO-9 external tape media. Designed for organizations that need to move large datasets into offline retention, this cartridge format supports archival storage, offsite transport, and recovery planning without keeping every copy online. Each cartridge provides 18 TB native capacity and up to 45 TB compressed capacity, making it a strong fit for full backup sets and long-term retention where media density matters. Tape remains valuable when the objective is to reduce exposure, preserve historical data, and keep storage costs predictable over time. For teams managing compliance archives, disaster recovery copies, or ransomware-resistant backup tiers, this media offers a practical balance of capacity and portability. It is especially useful where removable storage is part of a disciplined backup process and where the economics of tape outperform disk for cold data.