HPE LTO-3 Ultrium 800GB Data Cartridge

HPE LTO-3 Ultrium 800GB Data Cartridge (C7973A) - Local Warranty 

Reliable LTO-3 Tape for Backup and Archival Storage

The HPE LTO-3 Ultrium 800GB Data Cartridge (C7973A) is designed for organisations that require dependable and cost-effective storage for backup and long-term data retention. As part of the LTO-3 Ultrium generation, this cartridge delivers consistent performance for enterprise backup environments, making it suitable for SMEs, legacy systems, and organisations maintaining existing tape infrastructure.

Up to 800GB Compressed Capacity for Efficient Storage

The LTO-3 cartridge offers up to 800GB compressed capacity, enabling organisations to store business-critical data efficiently on a single tape. This helps simplify backup workflows and reduces the number of cartridges required for data storage, making it suitable for environments with moderate data retention needs.

Secure Data Protection with Encryption Support

The HPE LTO-3 Ultrium cartridge supports hardware-based encryption, helping protect sensitive data and support compliance requirements. Tape storage also provides an offline air-gap, enhancing protection against cyber threats such as ransomware and unauthorised access.

Stable Performance for Backup Operations

LTO-3 technology delivers reliable data transfer performance for consistent backup and restore operations. It is suitable for scheduled backups, disaster recovery planning, and archival workflows where stability and reliability are essential.

Cost-Effective Solution for Legacy Tape Environments

Tape remains one of the most cost-effective solutions for long-term data retention. The HPE LTO-3 Ultrium cartridge is built for durability and long archival life, making it a practical choice for organisations maintaining legacy tape systems while ensuring continued access to stored data.

Technical Specification

General
• Product: HPE LTO-3 Ultrium Data Cartridge
• Model: C7973A
• Tape Technology: LTO-3 Ultrium
• Generation: 3rd Generation LTO
• Media Type: Re-writable (RW)

Capacity
• Native Capacity: 400 GB
• Compressed Capacity: Up to 800 GB (2:1 compression ratio)

Performance
• Native Transfer Rate: Up to 80 MB/s
• Compressed Transfer Rate: Up to 160 MB/s
• Throughput: Approx. 576 GB/hour (compressed)

Compatibility
• Drive Compatibility: LTO-3 Ultrium tape drives
• Read/Write Compatibility:
 – Read/Write: LTO-3
 – Read/Write: LTO-4 (drive dependent)
 – Read: LTO-5 (drive dependent)

Durability & Reliability
• Archival Life: Up to 30 years
• Load/Unload Cycles: Up to 20,000
• Bit Error Rate: 1 × 10⁻¹⁹
• Cartridge Memory Chip: Built-in for media tracking

Media & Recording
• Base Material: Metal Particle
• Recording Technology: Linear Tape-Open (LTO)
• Data Tracks: 704
• Tape Length: Approx. 820 m
• Tape Width: 12.65 mm
• Tape Thickness: Approx. 6.6 µm

Security & Management
• Supports hardware encryption (drive dependent)
• WORM (Write Once Read Many) version available
• Barcode label support for automated tape libraries

Physical
• Form Factor: Standard LTO Ultrium cartridge
• Dimensions: Approx. 113 × 111 × 21 mm
• Weight: Approx. 0.25 kg

Environmental
• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 45°C
• Storage Temperature: 16°C to 32°C
• Humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing

Ideal Use Case
• Legacy enterprise backup environments
• Long-term archival and compliance storage
• Cost-effective offline storage for smaller datasets
• Air-gapped backup for ransomware protection