HPE LTO-5 Ultrium 3TB Non-Custom Label 20 Tapes

The HPE LTO-5 Ultrium 3 TB RW Non-Custom Labelled Data Cartridge (HC7975AN) is designed for high-capacity data storage, offering reliable and secure data archiving for enterprise-level environments. It uses Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium 5 technology and provides a large storage capacity suitable for backup and recovery applications. Each cartridge in the pack is ready to use without the need for custom labelling, ideal for straightforward deployment.

HPE LTO-5 Ultrium Non-Custom Label 20 Tapes Specifications

1. Tape Format

• Format Type: LTO Ultrium 5
• Generation: LTO-5
• Tape Technology: Linear Tape-Open (LTO)
• Drive Compatibility: Compatible with all LTO-5 and newer LTO tape drives

2. Storage Capacity

• Native Capacity: 1.5 TB per cartridge (uncompressed)
• Compressed Capacity: 3 TB per cartridge (2:1 compression ratio)
• Data Transfer Rate (Native): Up to 140 MB/s
• Data Transfer Rate (Compressed): Up to 280 MB/s

3. Physical Characteristics

• Media Type: Magnetic tape
• Form Factor: Standard LTO Ultrium 5 cartridge (LTO-5 form factor)
• Labeling: Non-custom labelled
• Dimensions: 105 mm (W) x 125 mm (D) x 21.5 mm (H) per cartridge
• Weight: Approx. 0.21 kg (per tape)
• Packaging: 20 tapes per box (HC7975AL)

4. Durability and Reliability

• Data Cartridge Durability:
  • End-User Data Life: 30 years archival life under optimal storage conditions
  • Data Retention: Reliable for long-term data retention
• Cartridge Durability:
  • Rewind Cycles: 50,000 times
  • Load/Unload Cycles: 5,000 cycles
  • Data Overwrite: Capable of 1,000 overwrite cycles per tape

5. Compatibility

• LTO-5: Fully compatible with all LTO Ultrium 5 tape drives and tape libraries
• LTO-6 and LTO-7: Can be read by LTO-6 and LTO-7 drives but cannot be written to by these drives (write capability is restricted to LTO-5 drives and compatible systems)

6. Environmental and Storage Conditions

• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 50°C (50°F to 122°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
• Relative Humidity (Operating): 20% to 80% RH
• Relative Humidity (Storage): 10% to 90% RH
• Non-Operating Shock: 800 G, 1 ms
• Operating Shock: 150 G, 1 ms
• Media Material: Base film made from high-quality polyester

7. Environmental Certifications

• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• WEEE Compliant: Yes
• REACH Compliant: Yes

Additional Features

• Long-Term Data Archiving: Designed to deliver consistent and dependable data backup for years, with excellent read and write reliability.
• Ease of Use: Ready to use with non-custom labels for quick identification and management in storage environments.
• Cost-Effective: High capacity and long lifespan for a cost-effective data backup solution.

Part Numbers and Packaging

• Individual Tape: C7975AN
• 20-Pack Box: C7975AL

Compatibility and Use Cases

• Enterprise Backup: Ideal for high-volume data backup applications requiring reliability and large storage capacities.
• Archival Storage: Excellent for long-term data retention and archival needs, offering a high level of data integrity.
• Disaster Recovery: Trusted for disaster recovery purposes, with its durability and secure storage capabilities.