
Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12TS 810S Ex Lib
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Spectra T950V 3DBA Max 12TS 810S 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: 810. Max Supported Drives: 12. Supported Tape Drives: LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, LTO Ultrium 8, TS1150, TS1155. Key Features: Encryption. Width: 201 cm.
Specifications
Highlights
- 42U rack-mountable expansion frame configuration
- Up to 120.24 PB native and 300.6 PB compressed storage capacity
- Accommodates up to 810 removable tape cartridges
- Supports up to 12 tape drives including LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8, TS1150, and TS1155
- Integrated 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel interface and 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
- 810
- Max Supported Drives
- 12
- Supported Tape Drives
- LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, LTO Ultrium 8, TS1150, TS1155
- Key Features
- Encryption
- Width
- 201 cm
- Depth
- 73.7 cm
- Height
- 109.9 cm
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Shipping Width
- 220 cm
- Shipping Depth
- 110 cm
- Shipping Height
- 140 cm
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 Tape Library Expansion Module is a 42U rack-mountable enterprise storage frame designed for large-scale data archiving and backup environments. Built without pre-installed drives, it scales storage by supporting up to 810 tape slots and 12 drives, making it ideal for enterprise data centres requiring petabyte-scale long-term retention.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE Spectra T950V expansion module used for?
- The HPE Spectra T950V expansion module is used to scale out the capacity of enterprise tape library infrastructures. It adds up to 810 cartridge slots and support for up to 12 additional tape drives, facilitating high-density, secure long-term data archiving.
Which tape drive formats are supported by this library module?
- This expansion module supports multiple drive technologies, including LTO Ultrium 6, 7, and 8, as well as enterprise TS1150 and TS1155 drives. It ships without pre-installed tape drives to allow customised deployment according to your storage infrastructure.
Does the expansion library come with a warranty?
- Yes, this unit includes a 1-year on-site limited warranty covering parts and labour. Server Hub supports local South African enterprise clients with authentic hardware and local warranty backing.