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C7974AN Overview
C7974AN is an advanced SAN storage system engineered for enterprise data centers and virtualization environments. It features a 12-bay design that supports a mixed array of drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, providing a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB. The device offers robust RAID support including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, ensuring data reliability and performance.
C7974AN is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory, expandable up to 64 GB. Its interfaces include USB 3.1, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel, while network connectivity and LAN ports (4x) provide high-speed data transfers. Designed with expansion support, redundant fan cooling, and a redundant 350W power supply, C7974AN is ideal for enterprise data centers, virtualization platforms, and media server applications.
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C7974AN Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.1
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 350W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- C7974AN Enterprise Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 27 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
C7974AN Use Case
Regulatory-Compliant Financial Data Archival
A mid-sized banking institution deploys the HPE C7974AN LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Non-custom Label Data Cartridges in a 20-pack to back up daily transaction logs and customer records. By writing up to 1.6 TB of encrypted data per tape at speeds up to 120 MB/s, IT teams ensure rapid, secure archiving that meets SEC and FINRA retention mandates. Outcome: cost-effective, tamper-proof offsite storage that supports audit readiness and minimizes risk of non-compliance penalties.
High-Volume Media Asset Preservation for Post-Production
A film post-production studio integrates the C7974AN-HPE LTO-4 Ultrium tapes into its SAN environment to archive raw 4K footage and project files. With each cartridge delivering up to 1.6 TB of capacity, editors offload multiple terabytes nightly, freeing expensive primary storage. Outcome: scalable, offline preservation of high-resolution assets, reduced on-site storage costs, and accelerated restore times for future editing cycles.
HIPAA-Aligned Disaster Recovery for Healthcare Systems
A regional hospital implements a rotating offsite tape strategy using the HPE C7974AN LTO-4 Ultrium 20-pack to replicate electronic health records (EHR). Tapes are encrypted and cataloged on-premises before secure transport to a geographically diverse vault. Outcome: durable, air-gap protection against ransomware, rapid data restoration in emergencies, and full compliance with HIPAA and HITECH security rules.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C7974AN |  C7974A |  Q2010A |  TC444A |  Q2078MC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | NAS | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Desktop | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 8-bay | 4-bay | 24-bay | 16-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 256 TB | 1 PB | 256 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Active | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 750W | 350W | 750W | 500W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | C7974AN Enterprise Storage System | C7974A Multi-Bay Enterprise NAS Storage Solution | Q2010A Enterprise Storage Array | TC444A High Performance SAN | Q2078MC Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 27 inches | 25 inches | 24 inches | 27.5 inches | 28.0 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 40 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Hifza Khan
4
Used for routine backups without errors.
R
Roman Petrova
4
Consistent read and write performance.
A
Adeel Baig
4
Durable media for daily use.
T
Trevor Nolan
5
Solid option for legacy systems.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Data Cartridge 20 Pack?
Each cartridge in the HPE LTO-4 Ultrium pack holds 1.6 TB of native data (up to 3.2 TB compressed) for reliable backup and archiving.
How many cartridges are included in the HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6TB Non-custom Label pack?
The product SKU C7974AN includes 20 non-custom label HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6 TB data cartridges per pack.
What is the maximum transfer speed of HPE LTO-4 Ultrium tape?
HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges deliver up to 120 MB/s native (up to 240 MB/s compressed) data transfer rate for fast backups.
Are HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges compatible with HPE tape drives and libraries?
Yes, HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges are fully compatible with all HPE LTO-4 tape drives and libraries, as well as backward compatible read/write with LTO-3 drives.
Do HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges support hardware encryption?
HPE LTO-4 Ultrium media supports Ultrium encryption and comes ready for secure, hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption when used with an encryption-capable drive.
What is the archival life expectancy of these HPE LTO-4 cartridges?
HPE LTO-4 Ultrium data cartridges offer a rated archival life of up to 30 years when stored under recommended conditions.
What operating conditions do HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges require?
Recommended operating temperature is 16–35 °C (32–95 °F) with 20–80% non-condensing humidity for optimal performance and longevity.
Can I use HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges in non-HPE drives?
While HPE LTO-4 media meets Ultrium specifications, for full support and warranty coverage we recommend using them in HPE-certified drives and libraries.
What does 'non-custom label' mean for this HPE LTO-4 pack?
'Non-custom label' indicates standard factory labels without custom barcodes or branding, suitable for generic or in-house labeling systems.
What are the physical dimensions of an HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridge?
Each HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridge measures approximately 102 × 105.4 × 21.5 mm and weighs around 90 g.
Is the HPE LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6 TB pack good for enterprise backup solutions?
Yes, the 20-pack of HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges offers enterprise-grade reliability, capacity, and speed ideal for large-scale backup and archival needs.
How should I store HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges for best results?
Store cartridges vertically in their cases, away from direct sunlight, dust, strong magnetic fields, and in a cool, dry environment.
What warranty coverage is provided with SKU C7974AN?
HPE provides a one-year limited warranty on media defects for the LTO-4 Ultrium 1.6 TB Data Cartridge 20 Pack (SKU C7974AN).
How do I clean my tape drive when using HPE LTO-4 cartridges?
Use HPE cleaning cartridges specifically designed for Ultrium drives, following drive manufacturer’s cleaning interval recommendations.
Are HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges cost-effective for long-term archiving?
Yes, the 20-pack bundle reduces cost per cartridge and provides a durable, high-capacity medium for economical long-term data retention.
Can HPE LTO-4 Ultrium tapes be reused after data overwrite?
Yes, HPE LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges support multiple overwrite cycles, allowing you to reuse tapes after secure erasure of existing data.