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C7977AC Overview
C7977AC is a high-performance SAN storage system engineered for enterprise data centers. It features 12 drive bays that support Mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, allowing a total storage capacity of 512 TB with RAID configurations such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. Powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and equipped with 16 GB of pre-installed memory (expandable up to 128 GB of ECC DDR4 memory), the system delivers robust performance through interfaces like Ethernet, USB 3.2, and Fibre Channel support.
Designed for mission-critical applications including enterprise data centers, virtualization, media servers, and SMB backup, the C7977AC offers exceptional reliability and expandability. It comes with redundant cooling via redundant fans, a dual power supply system rated at 750W, and supports expansion for future growth, ensuring that performance and uptime remain optimal in demanding operating conditions.
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C7977AC 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
- 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
- 128 GB
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- 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
- C7977AC Enterprise SAN Storage System
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 75 lbs
C7977AC Use Case
Regulatory-Compliant Archival for Financial Services
A global banking enterprise deploys C7977AC-LTO7 RW CUST LABELED NO CASE 20PK PL=7A cartridges to archive multi-year transaction logs and audit trails. Leveraging 6 TB native (15 TB compressed) capacity and a 30-year media lifespan, IT teams meet SEC, SOX and GDPR retention mandates with automated offsite rotation. Outcome: reduces primary storage footprint by 80%, ensures instant audit readiness, and delivers cost-effective, long-term compliance.
High-Volume 4K Media Backup for Post-Production Studios
A video production house integrates LTO7 RW custom-labeled tapes into its backup pipeline to secure uncompressed 4K and 8K footage. At 300 MB/s native throughput and 750 MB/s compressed, each 20-pack supports over 600 hours of raw footage, streamlining vaulting and retrieval. Outcome: cuts network bandwidth use by 50%, protects master assets in an air-gapped archive, and enables sub-5-minute restore times.
Ransomware-Resilient Disaster Recovery for Managed Service Providers
An MSP deploys labeled C7977AC-LTO7 RW cartridges across client sites for daily incremental backups and offline rotation. Custom labels integrate with backup software for hands-free scheduling, while 7:1 compression delivers up to 84 TB per tape set weekly. Outcome: achieves an RTO under 4 hours, eliminates ransomware risk via immutable air-gapped copies, and reduces offsite storage costs by 40%.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C7977AC |  N7P34A |  C7974AC |  EH957SB |  BC023A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 16-bay | 16-bay | 12-bay | 24-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 1 PB | 512 TB | 256 TB | 512 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 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0/RAID 1/RAID 5/RAID 6/RAID 10 |
| 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 | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE / Fibre Channel | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Active | Redundant Fan | Active |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 750W | 350W | 350W | 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 | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | C7977AC Enterprise SAN Storage System | N7P34A Enterprise Storage Array | C7974AC Enterprise Storage Solution | EH957SB Storage Array | BC023A Enterprise Storage Gateway |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28.0 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 20 |
| Weight | 75 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 60 lbs | 45 |
Reviews & Ratings
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Ahsan Ullah
5
Good labeling and handling.
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Stefan Keller
5
Consistent read write speeds.
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Jari Rusanen
4
No errors encountered.
A
Alan Price
4
Satisfied.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the C7977AC LTO-7 RW tape cartridge?
Each C7977AC LTO-7 RW cartridge delivers 6 TB native capacity and up to 15 TB compressed capacity.
What does “RW” stand for on the LTO-7 custom labeled cartridges?
“RW” stands for Rewritable, allowing multiple erase and overwrite cycles without degrading performance.
Does the C7977AC LTO-7 RW support hardware encryption?
Yes, when used in an LTO-7–compatible drive with encryption capability, the cartridge supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption.
Which tape drives and libraries are compatible with the C7977AC LTO-7 RW cartridges?
These cartridges are compatible with HPE StoreEver LTO-7 drives and most third-party LTO-7 drives and libraries.
What is the data transfer rate of the C7977AC LTO-7 RW cartridges?
They deliver up to 300 MB/s native transfer rate and up to 750 MB/s compressed transfer rate.
What does “no case” mean for the 20-pack of cartridges?
“No case” indicates the cartridges ship in bulk packaging without individual protective cases to reduce cost and storage footprint.
What are the benefits of custom labeling on these LTO-7 tapes?
Custom labeling provides pre-printed barcodes and text for fast identification, efficient inventory tracking, and streamlined tape management.
How many cartridges are included in the C7977AC 20-pack?
The pack includes 20 custom-labeled, rewritable LTO-7 cartridges.
Can I reuse the C7977AC LTO-7 RW cartridges?
Yes, these rewritable cartridges support repeated erasure and rewriting cycles without loss of performance.
What is the warranty period for the C7977AC LTO-7 RW cartridges?
HPE provides a three-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects when used according to product guidelines.
How should I store LTO-7 tape cartridges to ensure longevity?
Store cartridges vertically in a climate-controlled environment (18–23 °C, 20–50% humidity), away from direct sunlight and magnetic sources.
What does “PL=7A” indicate in the product SKU?
PL=7A is HPE’s internal packaging level code denoting a bulk pack of 20 custom-labeled LTO-7 RW cartridges.
What is the expected archival lifespan of LTO-7 RW cartridges?
When stored properly, LTO-7 cartridges offer an archival life of up to 30 years.
Are cleaning cartridges included with the C7977AC pack?
No, cleaning cartridges are sold separately; HPE recommends cleaning the drive every 50 cartridge insertions.
How do I load and unload an LTO-7 cartridge in the tape drive?
Insert the cartridge label-side up until it clicks; to unload, press the eject button and remove the cartridge once the drive releases it.
How can I ensure data integrity on my LTO-7 RW cartridges?
Use tape management software or LTFS for periodic verification, keep drive firmware updated, and adhere to regular cleaning schedules.