HPE C7977AN

Overview

The HPE C7977AN is a pack of twenty LTO-7 Ultrium tape cartridges designed to provide reliable and high-capacity data storage for IT environments. Each cartridge offers up to 15 TB of compressed storage and supports data transfer speeds of up to 2.5 TB per hour, making it suitable for managing large backup and archive tasks efficiently. These cartridges come pre-labeled with unique barcodes to streamline library setup and reduce errors, while optional RFID tags enhance asset tracking capabilities.

Key features

• LTO-7 Ultrium technology delivers high-capacity storage and fast data transfer rates to keep backup windows short and restores quick.
• Pre-attached barcodes save time during setup and minimize the risk of labeling mistakes in automated tape libraries.
• Optional RFID tags provide real-time inventory tracking, improving media management inside and outside the data center.
• Metal particle Barium Ferrite media ensures durability and resistance to environmental changes for long-term data integrity.
• Designed for an archival life of up to 30 years, supporting compliance and long-term storage needs.
• Compatible with HPE StoreEver libraries and other LTO-7 capable systems, offering flexibility across different infrastructures.
• Provides a physical air gap for critical data, enhancing protection against ransomware and other cyber threats.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 15 TB compressed per cartridge
• Data transfer rate: up to 2.5 TB per hour
• Media type: Metal particle Barium Ferrite
• Archival life: up to 30 years
• Operating temperature range: 50 °F to 113 °F
• Quantity: 20 cartridges per pack

Connectivity and compatibility

This pack of cartridges is designed to work seamlessly with HPE StoreEver tape libraries and is also compatible with other vendors’ LTO-7 drives. The non-custom labeled format ensures immediate usability in existing tape automation systems without additional labeling steps, making it a practical choice for mixed environments.

Ideal uses and environments

These cartridges are well suited for organizations that require dependable long-term data retention, such as compliance archives, cold data storage, and project archives. They also fit well in setups where offline backups are critical to create a physical air gap, helping to safeguard data against ransomware attacks. IT teams managing large volumes of data will find this pack supports efficient backup and restore workflows.

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