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- In Stock: 175
- Manufacturer: HP
- Model or Part: C7972A
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The HP C7972A LTO-2 Ultrium data cartridge delivers reliable, high-capacity backup and archival storage for demanding enterprise environments. With a native capacity of 200 GB (up to 400 GB compressed) it provides a cost-effective solution for protecting critical business data, multimedia assets, and long-term records. Designed to work seamlessly with HP LTO-2 tape drives, this cartridge offers fast data transfer rates, robust media handling, and proven durability that meets the rigorous standards of modern IT infrastructures.
Key Features
- Native storage capacity of 200 GB; up to 400 GB when using 2:1 compression
- High data transfer speed of up to 40 MB per second (native) for rapid backup and restore operations
- Advanced error correction and tape integrity monitoring for reliable long-term retention
- Compatible with all HP LTO-2 drives and many third-party LTO-2 devices
- Durable cartridge housing that resists dust, moisture and handling wear
- Easy load and unload mechanism reduces drive downtime
Technical Specifications
- Media type: Linear Tape-Open (LTO) generation 2
- Form factor: Standard LTO cartridge, dimensions approx 4.5 in x 3.0 in x 1.0 in
- Native capacity: 200 GB per cartridge
- Compressed capacity: 400 GB (assuming 2:1 compression)
- Data transfer rate (native): up to 40 MB/s
- Interface: Compatible with SCSI, Fibre Channel and SAS host adapters via the drive
- Operating temperature range: 5 deg C to 35 deg C
- Storage temperature range: -20 deg C to 70 deg C
- Media life expectancy: up to 30 years when stored under recommended conditions
Typical Applications
- Enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions
- Archival of large multimedia files, scientific data sets and regulatory records
- Long term storage for financial institutions requiring secure retention
- Data migration projects between legacy tape systems and modern platforms
- Offsite or cold storage strategies for remote offices and branch locations
This HP LTO-2 Ultrium cartridge is an essential component for any organization that values data integrity, scalability and efficient storage management.