Detailed Specifications
HP C7976AH - LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25 TB MP RW Tape Cartridges
Overview :
The HP C7976AH is a 20-cartridge library pack of blank LTO-6 Ultrium data tapes, intended for enterprise IT teams managing large-scale backup or archive workloads. Each cartridge supports 6.25 TB of compressed capacity (2.5:1) and is constructed with metal-particle media suitable for automated tape libraries. The pack is designed to fit into centralised data-centre or archive environments where high-density, offline storage is needed for retention, compliance or off-line data protection. These cartridges integrate seamlessly into existing LTO-6 compatible tape drives and libraries, enabling continuity of tape-based workflows without requiring media format changes. Engineers selecting the media can rely on HP's systematic qualification of the product for long-term archival reliability and broad compatibility across vendor LTO Ultrium drives.
Key Features :
6.25 TB compressed capacity per cartridge
Metal-particle (MP) tape formulation for durability
846 metre tape length with 2,176 data tracks
Compatible with LTO-6 Ultrium drives and libraries
Pack of 20 cartridges for library-scale deployments
Specifications :
| Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Brand | HP |
| Part Number | C7976AH |
| Product Type | Blank LTO-6 Ultrium Data Cartridge (MP RW) |
| Compressed Capacity | 6.25 TB |
| Native Capacity* | 2.5 TB |
| Tape Length | 846 m |
| Tape Width | 12.65 mm |
| Tape Thickness | 6.4 µm |
| Number of Data Tracks | 2,176 |
| Media Formulation | Metal Particle (MP) |
| Data Compression Ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Archival Life (typical) | Up to 30 years |
| Box Quantity | 20 cartridges |
| Colour | Purple |
| Media Format | Read/Write (RW) |
