HPE LTO-5 Ultrium C7975A Data Tape 1.5 TB

The HPE LTO-5 Ultrium C7975A data tape is a high-performance storage medium engineered for reliable long-term backup and archival of critical business information. With a native storage capacity of 1.5 TB and a compressed capacity of up to 3 TB, this LTO-5 cartridge provides a robust solution for enterprise-level data management. Designed to meet stringent industry standards, it ensures data integrity and security through advanced features such as AES-256 encryption and compatibility with the Linear Tape File System (LTFS), which allows users to access tape data as easily as a standard removable drive.

Advantages

This data tape offers exceptional reliability through a superior smart grabber mechanism and a mechanical interlock that prevents the leader pin from being pulled into the housing, significantly reducing the risk of media failure. The cartridge is built to withstand rigorous environmental conditions and is tested beyond standard industry requirements to ensure maximum data restoration success. Its design minimizes wear and debris accumulation, making it ideal for automated tape libraries. Furthermore, the inclusion of an LTO cartridge memory chip enables faster access times and enhanced media monitoring, providing businesses with a cost-effective and scalable way to manage growing data volumes while meeting long-term retention regulations.

Suitable for

• Long-term data archiving and compliance storage
• Enterprise-level backup solutions
• Off-site data protection and disaster recovery
• Storing large volumes of mission-critical information

When it may not be suitable

This product is not intended for high-frequency, random-access read/write operations typical of solid-state or hard disk drives. It is specifically optimized for sequential data storage and is not suitable for applications requiring instantaneous file access or real-time database processing.

Key specifications

• Native capacity: 1.5 TB
• Compressed capacity: Up to 3 TB
• Tape length: 846 meters
• Tape thickness: 6.4 µm
• Transfer speed: Up to 140 MB/s native (280 MB/s compressed)
• Encryption: AES 256-bit hardware encryption
• Archival life: Up to 30 years

How to use

To use the HPE LTO-5 Ultrium tape, insert the cartridge into a compatible LTO-5 or backward-compatible LTO tape drive. Ensure the drive is properly connected to your server or backup appliance. Once inserted, the drive will initialize the media, and you can begin writing data using your preferred backup software or the Linear Tape File System (LTFS). Always ensure the write-protect switch is set correctly before inserting the tape to prevent accidental data overwriting. After the backup process is complete, use the software's eject command to safely remove the cartridge from the drive.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify that your tape drive hardware is compatible with LTO-5 technology.
• Determine if your backup software supports the specific capacity and encryption features of LTO-5.
• Assess your storage volume requirements to ensure 1.5 TB native capacity meets your current and future needs.
• Consider the environmental conditions of your storage facility to maximize the 30-year archival life.

Usage recommendations: Store cartridges in a cool, dry environment away from magnetic fields to maintain data integrity. Regularly test your backup restoration process to ensure that your data remains accessible and that the media is functioning correctly over time.