
Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12TS 684S Ex Lib
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Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12TS 684S Ex Lib.
Device Type: Tape library expansion module - no tape drives. Enclosure Type: Rack-mountable - 42U. Total Storage Capacity: 10.26 PB (native) / 25.65 PB (compressed). Removable Media Capacity: 684. Max Supported Drives: 12. Supported Tape Drives: TS1150, TS1155. Key Features: Encryption. Width: 201 cm.
Specifications
Highlights
- 42U rack-mountable tape library expansion enclosure
- 684 removable media cartridge capacity
- Total storage capacity of 10.26 PB native and 25.65 PB compressed
- Supports up to 12 TS1150 or TS1155 tape drives
- 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel interface
- Integrated hardware encryption support
General
- Device Type
- Tape library expansion module - no tape drives
- Enclosure Type
- Rack-mountable - 42U
- Total Storage Capacity
- 10.26 PB (native) / 25.65 PB (compressed)
- Removable Media Capacity
- 684
- Max Supported Drives
- 12
- Supported Tape Drives
- TS1150, TS1155
- 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 expansion module is a high-density 42U tape library expansion unit designed for enterprise data archiving and backup environments. Built to scale storage up to 25.65 PB compressed capacity across 684 slots, it supports up to 12 TS1150 or TS1155 tape drives with built-in encryption and 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE Spectra T950V expansion module used for?
- It is used to expand storage capacity in enterprise archive and backup environments by adding up to 684 tape cartridge slots. It allows data centres to scale storage up to 25.65 PB compressed capacity across compatible enterprise tape systems.
Does this expansion module come with tape drives included?
- No, this unit is supplied as a tape library expansion module without tape drives. It provides the slots and infrastructure to support up to 12 TS1150 or TS1155 tape drives.
Does the unit come with a warranty in South Africa?
- Yes, it includes a 1-year limited on-site warranty covering parts and labour. Local warranty support is provided for South African enterprise customers through Server Hub.