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HP C7973W 400GB (Native)/800GB (Compressed) Ultrium Data Cartridge
- Native Capacity: 400GB
- Compressed Capacity: 800GB
- Technology: LTO-3 Ultrium
- Type: Data Cartridge
- Ideal for enterprise-level backup and archiving
- High data transfer rates
- Durable and reliable media
- Designed for long-term data retention
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Product Overview
The HP C7973W is an Ultrium data cartridge designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving. It offers a native storage capacity of 400GB, which can be expanded to 800GB when using hardware compression. This cartridge is compatible with LTO-3 Ultrium tape drives.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Data Cartridge |
| Native Capacity | 400 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 800 GB |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | LTO-3 Ultrium |
| Color | Blue |
Product Description
The HP C7973W is a high-performance LTO-3 Ultrium data cartridge, engineered to meet the demanding backup and archiving needs of modern enterprises. It provides a substantial native storage capacity of 400GB, which can be doubled to 800GB when utilizing hardware compression, offering significant cost-efficiency and storage density. This cartridge is designed for use with LTO-3 Ultrium tape drives, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance within HP's tape storage ecosystem and other LTO-3 compliant systems. This data cartridge is built for reliability and durability, crucial for long-term data retention and frequent access. The LTO-3 technology offers robust error correction and data integrity features, safeguarding valuable information against corruption. Its high native transfer rate allows for rapid backups, minimizing the time required to protect critical data and reducing the potential for business disruption. The blue color is standard for LTO-3 Ultrium cartridges, aiding in identification and media management. HP's Ultrium cartridges are a cornerstone of enterprise data protection strategies, providing a scalable and cost-effective solution for managing ever-growing data volumes. The C7973W is ideal for organizations that require a dependable medium for backing up large datasets, archiving historical information, and meeting regulatory compliance requirements. Its robust design ensures that data remains accessible and intact over extended periods, making it a trusted choice for mission-critical data storage.



