
Spectra T950 3DBA Max 12TS11xx 684S Lib
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Spectra T950 3DBA Max 12TS11xx 684S Lib.
Device Type: Tape library expansion module - no tape drives. Enclosure Type: Rack-mountable. Total Storage Capacity: 6.84 PB (native) / 17.1 PB (compressed). Removable Media Capacity: 684. Max Supported Drives: 12. Supported Tape Drives: TS11X0. Type: No tape drives. Interfaces: 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel.
Specifications
Highlights
- Rack-mountable tape library expansion enclosure
- Total storage capacity of up to 6.84 PB native and 17.1 PB compressed
- 684 removable media cartridge capacity
- Accommodates up to 12 TS11X0 tape drives
- High-speed 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity
General
- Device Type
- Tape library expansion module - no tape drives
- Enclosure Type
- Rack-mountable
- Total Storage Capacity
- 6.84 PB (native) / 17.1 PB (compressed)
- Removable Media Capacity
- 684
- Max Supported Drives
- 12
- Supported Tape Drives
- TS11X0
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel
Storage Removable
- Type
- No tape drives
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The HPE Spectra T950 tape library expansion module is a high-capacity, rack-mountable storage enclosure designed for enterprise backup and long-term archiving. Built for data centres needing massive scalability, it houses up to 684 tape cartridges and supports up to 12 TS11X0 tape drives, delivering up to 17.1 PB of compressed storage capacity over an 8Gb Fibre Channel interface.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE Spectra T950 expansion module used for?
- It is used to scale out the physical cartridge capacity and drive count of an existing Spectra T950 tape infrastructure. It allows enterprise data centres to expand automated backup, deep storage, and archiving without replacing core systems.
Does this expansion module include tape drives?
- No, this specific configuration is supplied as an expansion chassis with no tape drives pre-installed. It is designed to support up to 12 TS11X0 drives added as your capacity requirements grow.
Does the HPE Spectra T950 come with a warranty in South Africa?
- Yes, orders placed through Server Hub include a local South African warranty along with dedicated technical support.