IBM LTO-4 800GB/1.6TB Data Tapes – 95P4436

Specification

Description

The IBM 95P4436 LTO Ultrium 4 Data Cartridge delivers reliable, high-capacity tape-based storage for data protection in enterprise IT environments. With 800GB of native capacity and up to 1.6TB when compressed, this LTO-4 cartridge is built for efficient backup, archival, and disaster recovery operations, featuring a robust design that supports long archival life and consistent performance across multiple uses. Built on Metal Particle (MP) media technology with a Polyethylene Naphthalate substrate, IBM continues to focus on providing high-quality, high-reliability tape technology for business backup needs. Higher capacity per volume requires less library cartridge capacity and helps reduce backup windows by requiring fewer volume mounts — an important efficiency gain for organizations managing growing data volumes. With support for data transfer rates up to 240 MB/sec (compressed), the cartridge ensures timely backup and retrieval operations even for larger datasets. The cartridge is embedded with an LTO Cartridge Memory (LTO-CM) chip, designed to enable fast, simultaneous transfer of cartridge-dependent data with IBM tape drives during media load and unload cycles, enhancing access time and overall media management. To further improve read/write reliability, the cartridge is designed to store IBM’s statistical media read/write analysis on every use when used with IBM LTO tape drives, adhering to widely supported Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium 4 design specifications. Clients can further protect sensitive data by using this high-capacity cartridge with LTO-4 encryption-enabled drives. The distinctive green cartridge color helps distinguish this generation from previous IBM LTO Ultrium media. Compatible with LTO Generation 4 tape technology and offering flexibility across various library systems through compatibility with LTO-5 and LTO-6 drives, the durable shell construction protects against wear and contaminants — making the IBM 95P4436 ideal for enterprise backup, compliance-focused storage, and long-term offsite vaulting strategies.

User Experience in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, the IBM 95P4436 LTO Ultrium 4 Data Cartridge remains a widely used, cost-effective backup medium among banks, government offices, IT service providers, and mid-sized enterprises across Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, and other cities that continue to operate LTO-4, LTO-5, or LTO-6 compatible tape drives and libraries. As many Bangladeshi organizations maintain a mix of established and gradually upgraded tape hardware, this cartridge’s broad forward compatibility with LTO-5 and LTO-6 drives makes it a practical, budget-friendly consumable that fits into a range of existing backup environments. Local IT professionals particularly value the cartridge’s LTO-CM chip and IBM’s statistical media analysis feature, which help maintain reliable backup operations by tracking cartridge health and usage history — an important safeguard for institutions where budget constraints mean tape hardware and media often stay in service for many years. The durable, contaminant-resistant shell is especially relevant in Bangladesh’s often dusty and humid server room environments, helping protect stored data during long-term offsite vaulting and archival storage. For Bangladeshi banks, telecom operators, and government institutions with regulatory or compliance record-keeping obligations, the 800GB native / 1.6TB compressed capacity strikes a practical balance between storage density and affordability, offering meaningful capacity without the higher cost of newer LTO-7, LTO-8, or LTO-9 media. Encryption support when paired with LTO-4 encryption-enabled drives is increasingly valued locally as organizations become more security-conscious about sensitive offline backups. Given the wide availability and continued demand for this generation of tape media in Bangladesh’s IT market, local distributors typically stock the IBM 95P4436 as a reliable, readily available consumable for organizations maintaining established tape backup infrastructure, offering a dependable and economical option compared to migrating to newer tape generations before existing hardware reaches end of life.

Why Choose to Buy IBM 95P4436 LTO-4  from Next Four Solutions?

Next Four Solutions offers genuine IBM LTO Ultrium tape cartridges in Bangladesh, backed by authentic manufacturer sourcing and dedicated local after-sales support. Customers benefit from expert guidance on selecting the right tape generation and quantity for their existing backup infrastructure, transparent and competitive pricing, fast delivery across Dhaka and other major cities, and a knowledgeable technical team available for compatibility guidance. Buying from Next Four Solutions ensures your backup media is genuine, properly sourced, and reliable — avoiding the risks associated with unbranded or grey-market imports.

What is the Price of the IBM 95P4436 LTO-4 Data Tape in Bangladesh?

The price of the IBM 95P4436 LTO Ultrium 4 Data Cartridge in Bangladesh varies depending on current market conditions, USD-BDT exchange rates, and stock availability from authorized distributors. For the most accurate and up-to-date price, please contact Next Four Solutions directly or check their official store/website, as pricing is periodically updated in line with supplier and import costs.