Can this LTO6 WORM tape be reused or reformatted?

No. As a WORM cartridge, it prohibits data rewriting or erasure once content is written, guaranteeing regulatory compliance.

What data transfer rates can I expect from the LTO6 Ultrium tape?

The LTO6 Ultrium tape delivers up to 160 MB/s native and up to 400 MB/s compressed transfer rates for high-speed backups.

How long does data remain reliably stored on the C7976W LTO6 tape?

When stored properly, the tape offers up to 30 years of archival life, making it ideal for long-term data retention.

What environmental conditions ensure optimal tape performance?

Store cartridges at 15–25 °C (59–77 °F) and 20–80% non-condensing humidity to maintain data integrity and media longevity.

Does this LTO6 tape require a cleaning cartridge?

No, routine use of cleaning cartridges is not required. Clean drives only when indicated by your tape drive’s cleaning alert.

How does the partition label PL=7A affect tape usage?

PL=7A denotes the tape’s partition layout identifier for host systems to manage dual-partition indexing and archive operations.

How do I load and unload the C7976W LTO6 Ultrium tape?

Simply insert the cartridge into a compatible LTO6 drive until the latch engages; press eject on the drive or management software to unload.

Is this tape compatible with previous LTO generations?

LTO6 drives can read LTO5 and LTO4 tapes, and write to LTO5 cartridges, ensuring backward compatibility for mixed-generation environments.

What warranty coverage comes with the C7976W LTO6 cartridge?

The C7976W tape includes a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.

How does WORM technology help meet compliance requirements?

WORM technology enforces immutable data storage, supporting regulations such as SEC Rule 17a-4(f), HIPAA and GDPR audit trails.

Can I use the LTO6 tape in automated tape libraries?

Yes, the C7976W cartridge is designed for seamless use in automated tape libraries and robotic tape systems.

What are best practices for labeling and cataloging LTO6 WORM tapes?

Use clear, consistent barcodes or human-readable labels, record unique IDs in your library database and follow a rotation schedule.

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C7976W Overview

C7976W is a high-performance SAN storage system featuring a 16-bay design that supports a mix of SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD drive types. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB, supports multiple RAID configurations including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores. Pre-installed with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and expandable up to 64 GB, the system is engineered for demanding enterprise workloads.

C7976W offers robust connectivity with interfaces such as USB 3.0 and 10GbE Ethernet via 4 LAN ports, and it also includes expansion support for additional storage arrays. The solution features redundant power supplies rated at 350W along with redundant fan cooling to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Designed for use in enterprise data centers, virtualization environments, and media server applications, it meets critical requirements for performance, scalability, and resilience.

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C7976W Specifications

Width: 17.5 inches
Height: 3.5 inches
Weight: 45 lbs
Form Factor: Rackmount
Hot-Swap Support: Yes
Power Supply: Redundant
Virtualization Ready: Yes
LAN Ports: 4
Depth: 28.0 inches
RAID Support: RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
RAM Type: DDR4
Max RAM Capacity: 64 GB
Power Supply Wattage: 350W
Product Type: Storage System
Storage Type: SAN
Max Supported Capacity: 1 PB
CPU Type: Intel Xeon
CPU Cores: 8
Installed RAM: 16 GB
Network Ports: 10GbE
Expansion Support: Yes
Cooling: Redundant Fan
Operating System: Custom OS
Snapshot Support: Yes
Cloud Sync Support: Yes
iSCSI Support: Yes
Surveillance Support: No
USB Ports: USB 3.0
Bay Count: 16-bay
Supported Drive Types: SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
Use Case: Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
Product Name: C7976W SAN Appliance

Quality Certifications

To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.

Product Comparison Table

	C7976W	AG119A	AP746A	C7972AL	Q2078A
Product Type	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System
Storage Type	SAN	SAN	NAS	SAN	SAN
Form Factor	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount
Bay Count	16-bay	16-bay	8-bay	16-bay	24-bay
Supported Drive Types	SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed	SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
Hot-Swap Support	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Max Supported Capacity	1 PB	256 TB	1 PB	512 TB	1 PB
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 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD	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	64 GB
RAM Type	DDR4	DDR4	DDR4	ECC DDR4	ECC DDR4
Network Ports	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE
LAN Ports	4	4	4	4	4
USB Ports	USB 3.0	USB 3.0	USB 3.2	USB 3.2	USB 3.2
Expansion Support	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cooling	Redundant Fan	Active	Redundant Fan	Redundant Fan	Active
Power Supply	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant
Power Supply Wattage	350W	500W	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	Yes	No	Yes
Use Case	Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server	Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server / SMB	SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server	Enterprise Data Center	Enterprise Data Center
Product Name	C7976W SAN Appliance	AG119A Storage System	AP746A Enterprise NAS Storage System	C7972AL Enterprise Storage Array	Q2078A Enterprise SAN Storage
Height	3.5 inches	3.5 inches	4 inches	3.5 inches	3.5 inches
Width	17.5 inches	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.5 inches	17.5 inches
Depth	28.0 inches	27.5 inches	18 inches	27.5 inches	27.5 inches
Weight	45 lbs	35 lbs	25 lbs	45 lbs	55 lbs

Reviews & Ratings

Marcus Hollowell

WORM LTO-6 cartridges met strict compliance requirements.

Rabia Munir

Consistent write once behavior.

Anton Blom

Used for secure archives without issues.

Taha Iqbal

Reliable media for regulated storage.

Clifford Adams

Good quality WORM tape option.

Questions & Answers

What is the native and compressed capacity of the C7976W LTO6 Ultrium data tape?

The C7976W LTO6 Ultrium tape offers 2.5 TB native capacity and up to 6.25 TB with 2.5:1 compression for efficient data storage.

What does WORM mean on this LTO6 Ultrium data tape?

WORM stands for Write Once Read Many, ensuring stored data cannot be altered or deleted for secure, tamper-proof archiving.

What does MP (Metal Particle) refer to in the C7976W tape?

MP indicates a Metal Particle coating that delivers high signal strength, superior durability and reliable long-term performance.

Which tape drives and autoloaders are compatible with this LTO6 Ultrium cartridge?

The C7976W cartridge is fully compatible with all LTO Ultrium 6 tape drives and autoloaders from major vendors like HP, IBM and Quantum.

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C7976W Overview

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C7976W Specifications

Width

17.5 inches

Height

3.5 inches

Weight

45 lbs

Form Factor

Rackmount

Hot-Swap Support

Yes

Power Supply

Redundant

Virtualization Ready

Yes

LAN Ports

Depth

28.0 inches

RAID Support

RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10

RAM Type

DDR4

Max RAM Capacity

64 GB

Power Supply Wattage

350W

Product Type

Storage System

Storage Type

SAN

Max Supported Capacity

1 PB

CPU Type

Intel Xeon

CPU Cores

Installed RAM

16 GB

Network Ports

10GbE

Expansion Support

Yes

Cooling

Redundant Fan

Operating System

Custom OS

Snapshot Support

Yes

Cloud Sync Support

Yes

iSCSI Support

Yes

Surveillance Support

USB Ports

USB 3.0

Bay Count

16-bay

Supported Drive Types

SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD

Use Case

Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server

Product Name

C7976W SAN Appliance