Detailed Specifications
HP C7974AN - LTO-4 Ultrium 800 GB/1.6 TB Tape Cartridge
Overview :
The HP C7974AN tape cartridge is a Generation-4 Linear Tape-Open (LTO-4) Ultrium data storage media designed for enterprise backup and archiving environments. It offers a native capacity of 800 GB and up to 1.6 TB when 2:1 compression is applied, enabling high-density long-term data retention. The cartridge delivers write throughput up to approximately 240 MB/s (compressed) and supports WORM and AES-256 encryption options in compatible drives, making it suitable for regulated environments. It fits into data centre tape libraries, enterprise tape drives and automated archives as part of a backup strategy or long-term cold storage solution. The media is compatible with all LTO-4 drives for read/write and offers backward read compatibility with LTO-3, enabling smooth integration into mixed-generation tape infrastructure.
Key Features :
800 GB native / 1.6 TB (2:1) compressed capacity
Up to ~240 MB/s compressed data transfer rate
WORM-capable for tamper-resistant archiving
AES-256 encryption support in compatible drives
Tested for up to 1,000 000 passes (≈20,000 full backups)
Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Brand | HP |
| Part Number | C7974AN |
| Product Type | LTO-4 Ultrium Tape Cartridge |
| Native Capacity | 800 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.6 TB (2:1 assumed) |
| Maximum Transfer Rate | Up to 240 MB/s (compressed) |
| Tape Length | 820 m |
| Tape Width | 12.65 mm |
| Tape Thickness | 6.6 µm |
| Number of Data Tracks | 896 |
| Cartr idge Dimensions | 4.45 in × 4.37 in × 1.8 in |
| Cartridge Weight | 0.63 lb |
| Media Durability | ≥1,000 000 passes |
| Archival Life | 30 years (typical) |
