Spectra T950V 6DBA Max 24LTO 890S Ex Lib
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Spectra T950V 6DBA Max 24LTO 890S 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: 890. Max Supported Drives: 24. Supported Tape Drives: LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, LTO Ultrium 8. Key Features: Encryption. Width: 201 cm.
Specifications
Highlights
- 42U rack-mountable tape library expansion module
- Supports up to 24 LTO-6, LTO-7, or LTO-8 tape drives
- 890 removable media cartridge slots
- Up to 120.24 PB native and 300.6 PB compressed capacity
- 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel interface and built-in 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
- 890
- Max Supported Drives
- 24
- 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 6DBA Max 24LTO 890S is a 42U rack-mountable tape library expansion module engineered for enterprise-scale archiving and data backup. Designed without pre-installed drives, it scales capacity by supporting up to 24 LTO Ultrium 6, 7, or 8 tape drives and 890 tape media slots, delivering up to 300.6 PB of compressed storage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE Spectra T950V expansion module used for?
- It is used to expand storage capacity in enterprise tape storage environments. The unit provides housing for up to 890 tape cartridges and up to 24 LTO Ultrium drives to support large-scale long-term archiving and secure backup retention.
Does this expansion unit include tape drives?
- No, this unit is supplied as a tape library expansion module without pre-installed tape drives. It supports installation of up to 24 LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, or LTO Ultrium 8 drives depending on your site requirements.
Does it come with a warranty?
- Yes, this unit comes with a 1-year on-site limited warranty covering parts and labour. Local warranty support is provided for South African enterprise buyers through Server Hub.