HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Data Cartridge (C7974A)

HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Data Cartridge (C7974A) - Local Warranty 

HPE LTO-4 Ultrium Data Cartridge: High-Capacity, Encrypted Data Backup for Enterprises
The HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Data Cartridge (C7974A) is a secure, high-capacity storage solution designed for backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data archiving. Offering 800GB native capacity and 1.6TB compressed capacity, this Linear Tape-Open (LTO) cartridge provides businesses with the ability to store large datasets on a single tape. With its support for hardware-based encryption, fast transfer speeds, and long archival life, the LTO-4 cartridge is an essential storage medium for enterprises, data centers, and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with high-volume storage needs. Its compatibility with LTO-4, LTO-5, and LTO-6 drives provides a future-proof solution for backup and disaster recovery operations.

High-Capacity Data Storage for Backup and Disaster Recovery
The HPE LTO-4 Data Cartridge (C7974A) offers a storage capacity of 800GB native and 1.6TB compressed, providing businesses with the space they need for large files, critical system backups, and database storage. This high-capacity design minimizes the number of tapes required for daily, weekly, and monthly backups, reducing costs and streamlining tape management. The tape’s high storage capacity enables enterprises and data centers to meet the demands of growing data volumes and comply with industry-specific regulatory requirements.

Hardware Encryption for Enhanced Data Security
The HPE LTO-4 Ultrium Data Cartridge introduces hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption, ensuring secure storage and protection of sensitive business data. This encryption capability safeguards data at rest, helping businesses meet stringent security standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and SOX. By enabling hardware encryption, businesses can ensure that unauthorized access to backup data is prevented, reducing the risk of data breaches and protecting intellectual property.

Fast Data Transfer Speeds for Time-Saving Backups
With a fast data transfer rate of up to 120 MB/s (native) and 240 MB/s (compressed), the HPE LTO-4 Data Cartridge (C7974A) speeds up backup and restore processes, minimizing system downtime and improving operational efficiency. The increased throughput allows businesses to handle large datasets quickly, making it suitable for large-scale data transfers, disaster recovery, and system migrations. This speed reduces the total backup window, helping enterprises maintain business continuity even during major backup or restoration operations.

30-Year Archival Life for Long-Term Data Preservation
The HPE LTO-4 Data Cartridge (C7974A) is built for long-term archival storage, with a shelf life of up to 30 years under optimal environmental conditions. This makes it a dependable solution for businesses that need to retain data for regulatory compliance, legal obligations, or internal auditing. Its robust construction and high wear resistance ensure reliable, error-free read/write performance, even after repeated usage. This archival capability makes it ideal for data centers and enterprises with stringent data retention policies.

Wide Compatibility with LTO Drives and Tape Libraries
The HPE LTO-4 Data Cartridge (C7974A) is fully compatible with LTO-4 drives and offers read/write compatibility with LTO-5 drives and read compatibility with LTO-6 drives, ensuring seamless integration with existing hardware. This backward and forward compatibility allows businesses to protect their IT investments and maintain flexibility in their storage strategy. The industry-standard LTO format ensures interoperability with HPE and third-party tape drives, making it easy to expand storage capacity as business needs evolve.

Technical Specifications

• Model: HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Data Cartridge (C7974A)
• GTIN: 190017429504
• Storage Capacity: 800GB (native) / 1.6TB (compressed)
• Data Transfer Rate: 120 MB/s (native) / 240 MB/s (compressed)
• Format: LTO-4 (Linear Tape-Open)
• Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption support
• Compatibility: Compatible with LTO-4 and LTO-5 drives (read/write), LTO-6 drives (read-only)
• Media Life: Up to 30 years of archival storage life
• Usage: Data backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data archiving
• Build Quality: Durable, robust construction for consistent, error-free read/write performance
• Security Compliance: Compliant with industry security standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and SOX