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Extended protection, enterprise-grade.
All enterprise hardware is backed by a 3-year warranty — triple the industry standard — covering defects under normal use.
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If a hardware issue is confirmed, we’ll repair or replace the unit. Replacement parts carry either original or 3-month coverage.
RMA process, simplified.
Once an RMA is approved, return the defective unit within 10 days. We handle the rest — no service gaps.
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C7976B Overview
C7976B is a SAN storage system featuring a 24-bay enclosure that supports Mixed drive types (SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, NVMe SSD) and delivers a total storage capacity of 512 TB with RAID support including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. The system is purpose-built for high-demand environments where robust data protection and rapid access are critical.
C7976B is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory, upgradeable up to 64 GB. The storage system offers connectivity through USB 3.1, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel interfaces, along with expansion support, a redundant power supply (350W), and redundant fan cooling — making it ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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C7976B Specifications
| Product Type | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 24-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB |
| 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 | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | C7976B Storage Array |
| Height | 3 inches |
| Width | 17 inches |
| Depth | 29 inches |
| Weight | 50 lbs |
C7976B Use Case
Regulatory Compliance Archival in Financial Services with C7976B-LTO6
A global bank uses C7976B-LTO6 ULTRIUM 6.25TB BAFE RW DATA TAPE PL=7A to archive 100 PB of transaction logs in its off-site vault, ensuring 30-year data retention and immutability for SOX and GDPR audits. Outcome: Cost-efficient, tamper-proof storage meeting strict regulatory and audit requirements.
Enterprise Disaster Recovery & Air-Gapped Backup
An international retailer integrates C7976B-LTO6 tapes into its tiered backup strategy, rotating weekly full images to an air-gapped tape library. Outcome: Rapid data restoration, ransomware immunity, and secure off-site business continuity at a fraction of disk-based backup costs.
High-Definition Media Archive for Post-Production Studios
A film production house archives 4K raw footage on C7976B-LTO6 ULTRIUM 6.25TB tapes to free up online storage while preserving instant recall via robotic tape libraries. Outcome: Scalable, long-term content preservation with up to 2× lower TCO and guaranteed data integrity over decades.
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Product Comparison Table
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| Bay Count | 8-bay | 24-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| Depth | 28 inches | 29 inches | 28 inches | 14 inches | 28 inches |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Height | 4 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 4 inches | 3 inches |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 32 GB |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 32 GB | 128 GB |
| Max Supported Capacity | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 1GbE | 10GbE |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 350W | 750W | 250W | 500W |
| Product Name | Q2020A Enterprise NAS | C7976B Storage Array | C7973AL High Performance Storage Array | BS580B Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q2015A Enterprise SAN Storage |
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| 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 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | SAN | NAS | SAN |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 50 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 50 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
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Questions & Answers
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What is the native and compressed capacity of the C7976B LTO6 Ultrium tape?
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The C7976B LTO6 Ultrium tape offers a native capacity of 2.5 TB and up to 6.25 TB with 2.5:1 hardware compression.
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Which drives are compatible with the LTO6 Ultrium 6.25 TB tape?
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The LTO6 tape is compatible with all LTO6 drives and later generations that support LTO6 media, including most Ultrium 6 and Ultrium 7 tape libraries.
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What are the data transfer speeds of the LTO6 Ultrium tape?
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The LTO6 Ultrium tape delivers up to 160 MB/s native throughput and up to 400 MB/s with 2.5:1 compression.
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Does the LTO6 tape support hardware encryption?
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Yes, the LTO6 Ultrium tape supports AES-256 hardware encryption when used with an encryption-capable LTO6 drive.
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What tape formulation does the C7976B use?
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The C7976B uses Barium Ferrite (BaFe) magnetic particles for higher stability, longevity, and error resilience.
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How many overwrite cycles does LTO6 tape support?
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LTO6 Ultrium tape is rated for a minimum of 500,000 overwrite cycles under normal operating conditions.
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What is the archival lifespan of LTO6 media?
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Stored under proper conditions (15–25 °C, 20–50% relative humidity), LTO6 Ultrium media can archive data reliably for up to 30 years.
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How should I store LTO6 tapes to maximize longevity?
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Store LTO6 tapes vertically in their protective cases, away from magnetic fields, direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and high humidity.
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Can I read LTO5 media in an LTO6 drive?
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Yes, LTO6 drives are backward compatible and can read and write LTO5 media natively but cannot write LTO5 at LTO6 capacity.
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What file systems are supported with LTO6 Ultrium tapes?
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LTO6 media works with any file system supported by your tape library or backup software, including LTFS, Windows NTFS, and Linux ext4.
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Is LTFS supported on the C7976B LTO6 tape?
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Yes, the C7976B LTO6 tape supports LTFS (Linear Tape File System) for drag-and-drop file access on compatible drives.
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What applications are best suited for LTO6 tape backup?
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LTO6 is ideal for enterprise backups, long-term archiving, big data retention, and off-site disaster recovery.
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How do I label and track LTO6 media in a library?
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Use barcode labels compatible with your tape library’s barcode scanner and maintain a tape catalog in your backup software for tracking.
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Does the C7976B include backup software?
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No, the C7976B tape media is sold separately; you need to procure compatible backup or archiving software from your vendor.
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What warranty covers the LTO6 Ultrium tape?
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HPE provides a limited lifetime warranty on the C7976B LTO6 Ultrium tape covering manufacturing defects.
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Where can I purchase the C7976B LTO6 Ultrium 6.25 TB data tape?
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You can purchase the C7976B from authorized HPE resellers, online IT distributors, or the HPE official online store.
