Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12LTO Ex Lib
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Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12LTO Ex Lib.
Device Type: Tape library expansion module - no tape drives. Enclosure Type: Rack-mountable - 42U. Total Storage Capacity: 120.24 PB (native) / 300.6 PB (compressed). Removable Media Capacity: 1010. Max Supported Drives: 12. Supported Tape Drives: LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, LTO Ultrium 8. Key Features: Encryption. Width: 201 cm.
Specifications
Highlights
- 42U rack-mountable expansion chassis without drives
- Up to 300.6 PB compressed storage capacity and 120.24 PB native
- High-density removable media capacity of up to 1,010 cartridges
- Supports up to 12 LTO Ultrium 6, 7, or 8 tape drives
- 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel interface connectivity
- Integrated hardware encryption support
General
- Device Type
- Tape library expansion module - no tape drives
- Enclosure Type
- Rack-mountable - 42U
- Total Storage Capacity
- 120.24 PB (native) / 300.6 PB (compressed)
- Removable Media Capacity
- 1010
- Max Supported Drives
- 12
- Supported Tape Drives
- LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, LTO Ultrium 8
- Key Features
- Encryption
- Width
- 201 cm
- Depth
- 73.7 cm
- Height
- 109.9 cm
- Weight
- 327 kg
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Shipping Width
- 220 cm
- Shipping Depth
- 110 cm
- Shipping Height
- 140 cm
- Shipping Weight
- 474 kg
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 10 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 40 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 20 - 80% (non-condensing)
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel
Manufacturer Warranty
- Type
- Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - on-site
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards
- FCC Class A certified, CISPR 22 Class A, CISPR 24, UL 60950-1 Second Edition, IEC 60950-1 Second Edition
Storage Removable
- Type
- No tape drives
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The HPE Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12LTO is a 42U rack-mountable tape library expansion module designed for high-capacity enterprise archiving and data protection. Built for large data centres, this expansion unit accommodates up to 1,010 tape cartridges and 12 LTO Ultrium drives, delivering up to 300.6 PB of compressed storage capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE Spectra T950V expansion module used for?
- It is used to expand enterprise tape storage infrastructure for deep cold archiving, compliance records, and large-scale backup. The unit adds capacity for up to 1,010 cartridges and up to 12 additional LTO tape drives.
Which tape drive generations are supported by this enclosure?
- This expansion module is compatible with LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, and LTO Ultrium 8 drives. Tape drives are not pre-installed and must be acquired separately.
Does this product come with a warranty in South Africa?
- Yes, it includes a 1-year on-site limited warranty covering parts and labour. Enterprise warranty support is provided locally in South Africa via Server Hub.