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HP C7977A LTO-7 Ultrium Backup Media 15 TB

SKU CH-THQY-E32DB MPN C7977A

LTO-7 Ultrium tape cartridge stores 15 TB with 2.5:1 compression and 700 MB/s read speed

  • Media TypeLTO-7 Ultrium
  • Capacity15 TB
  • Features15TB Capacity LTO-7 Ultrium Recording Technology 2.5:1 Compr
  • Stores up to 15 TB of data per cartridge
  • 5:1 compression expands effective capacity without extra media
  • 700 MB/s read speed accelerates backup and restore operations
  • Re-writable format allows repeated use for rotating archive sets
  • 3,150-foot tape length supports the full 15 TB native capacity

HP LTO-7 Ultrium cartridge

The HP C7977A is a 15 TB LTO-7 Ultrium data cartridge built for long-term archival and backup workflows. It suits IT teams and small-business operators who need offline, air-gapped copies of critical datasets.

Sustained streaming performance

The tape delivers a native read speed of 700 MB/s and supports 2.5:1 compression, giving higher effective throughput when data is compressible. Continuous streaming at this rate avoids the slowdown seen in random-access media during extended write sessions.

Compatibility checks before ordering

Verify that your library or standalone drive supports LTO-7 Ultrium media and can handle a 3,150 ft tape length. Confirm the drive firmware is current and that your backup software recognises the cartridge format for append and overwrite operations.

Highlights

  • Stores up to 15 TB of data per cartridge
  • 5:1 compression expands effective capacity without extra media
  • 700 MB/s read speed accelerates backup and restore operations
  • Re-writable format allows repeated use for rotating archive sets
  • 3,150-foot tape length supports the full 15 TB native capacity

Specifications

BrandHP
ModelC7977A
Media TypeLTO-7 Ultrium
Capacity15 TB
Features15TB Capacity
LTO-7 Ultrium Recording Technology
2.5:1 Compression
Re-writable Media Format
700 MB/s Data Read Speed
3,150' Tape Length
Shipping weight0.26 kg
Package size114 × 110 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

Does the cartridge generate heat or noise during continuous backup operations?

The tape cartridge itself is passive; heat and noise come from the LTO-7 drive mechanism, not the media.

What drive hardware is required to write to this 15 TB cartridge?

An LTO-7 Ultrium tape drive is required to read and write this cartridge.

Can this cartridge be read in an older LTO-5 drive I still use?

LTO-7 drives read LTO-5 and LTO-6 cartridges, but an LTO-5 drive cannot read this LTO-7 cartridge.

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