HPE LTO-7 Ultrium Non-Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack

HPE LTO-7 Ultrium Non-Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack (C7977AN) - Local Warranty 

High-Capacity LTO-7 Tape Pack for Enterprise Backup

The HPE LTO-7 Ultrium Non-Custom Labeled Data Cartridge 20 Pack (C7977AN) is designed for organisations that require scalable, high-capacity storage for backup and archival workflows. This pack includes 20 LTO-7 data cartridges, providing a cost-effective solution for large-scale data protection, disaster recovery, and long-term retention in enterprise environments. It is suitable for data centres, SMEs, and organisations managing growing data volumes.

Massive Storage Capacity Across 20-Cartridge Pack

Each cartridge delivers 6TB native and up to 15TB compressed capacity, providing a total of up to 300TB compressed storage across the entire pack. This enables organisations to efficiently manage large datasets while reducing the number of cartridges required for backup operations, improving storage efficiency and simplifying media handling.

Non-Custom Label Design for Flexible Deployment

This pack comes with non-custom labels, allowing organisations to apply their own labelling system based on internal standards. This flexibility is ideal for businesses that manage tape inventories manually or require specific labelling formats for operational workflows. It provides greater control over media organisation without being restricted to pre-defined barcode sequences.

Secure Data Protection with Enterprise Features

The HPE LTO-7 cartridges support hardware-based AES-256 encryption and optional WORM capability, helping protect sensitive data and meet regulatory compliance requirements. Tape storage also provides an offline air-gap, enhancing protection against ransomware and cyber threats.

Reliable Performance for Backup and Archival Workloads

LTO-7 technology delivers consistent performance for backup and restore operations, supporting efficient data transfer and dependable storage workflows. It is suitable for scheduled backups, large-scale archival storage, and enterprise data management environments where reliability is essential.

Technical Specification

General
• Product: HPE LTO-7 Ultrium Data Cartridge (Non-Custom Labeled Pack)
• Model: C7977AN
• Tape Technology: LTO-7 Ultrium
• Generation: 7th Generation LTO
• Pack Type: 20 cartridges with pre-applied non-custom barcode labels
• Media Type: Re-writable (RW)

Capacity
• Per Cartridge: 6 TB (native) / 15 TB (compressed 2.5:1)
• Total Pack Capacity:
 – 120 TB (native)
 – Up to 300 TB (compressed)

Performance
• Native Transfer Rate: Up to 300 MB/s
• Compressed Transfer Rate: Up to 750 MB/s
• Optimised for high-volume backup and fast restore operations

Compatibility
• Drive Compatibility: LTO-7 Ultrium tape drives
• Read/Write Compatibility:
 – Read/Write: LTO-7
 – Compatible with LTO-8 drives (drive dependent)
 – Read compatible with newer generations (drive dependent)

Labeling Features
• Pre-labelled with non-custom barcode sequences
• Ready for immediate deployment in automated tape libraries
• Eliminates manual labeling errors and speeds up inventory handling
• Sequential labels for efficient tracking

Durability & Reliability
• Archival Life: Up to 30 years (recommended conditions)
• Load/Unload Cycles: Up to 20,000
• Built-in cartridge memory chip for diagnostics and tracking
• Enterprise-grade durability for repeated backup cycles

Media & Recording
• Base Material: Barium Ferrite
• Recording Technology: Linear Tape-Open (LTO)
• Data Tracks: 3,584
• Tape Length: Approx. 960 m
• Tape Width: 12.65 mm
• Tape Thickness: 5.6 µm

Security & Management
• AES 256-bit hardware encryption (drive dependent)
• WORM variant available for compliance use
• Barcode label support for automation systems
• Supports LTFS (Linear Tape File System)

Physical
• Form Factor: Standard LTO Ultrium cartridge
• Dimensions (per cartridge): Approx. 113 × 111 × 21 mm
• Weight: Approx. 0.28 kg per cartridge

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

Ideal Use Case
• Enterprise tape libraries and automated backup environments
• Large-scale data centre backup and disaster recovery
• Long-term archival and compliance storage
• Air-gapped ransomware protection strategy
• Efficient media tracking without custom labeling overhead