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HP Spectra T950 3DBA Expansion Module, 684 Media Slots, No Drives

VENDOR: HP Mfg Part#: Q1G68A UPC#: 190017136141
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  • Supports up to 12 TS11X0 tape drives
  • Rack-mountable enclosure for efficient data center integration
  • Storage capacity: 6.84 PB native / 17.1 PB compressed
  • 684 removable media capacity
  • 8Gb Fibre Channel interface for high-speed connectivity
  • TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States

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Key Benefits

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  • Ideal for enterprise environments needing scalable, high-density backup and archiving
  • Flexible deployment with modular design and up to 12 supported tape drives
  • Assured compatibility and compliance through TAA certification and U.S. manufacturing

Product Overview

The HP Spectra T950 3 Drive Bay Assembly (Q1G68A) is engineered to enhance the scalability of HP’s Spectra T950 tape library system. This rack-mountable expansion module supports up to 12 TS11X0 tape drives and includes capacity for 684 cartridges, offering up to 6.84 PB native and 17.1 PB compressed storage. Its 8Gb Fibre Channel interface enables seamless integration into enterprise environments. Designed and manufactured in the United States, it is TAA-compliant and optimized for data archiving solutions. Note: tape drives not included.

Specifications

Product Overview
Product Type Tape library expansion module
Manufacturer HP
Product Name HP Spectra T950 3DBA Expansion Module, 684 Media Slots, No Drives
Part Number Q1G68A
UPC 190017136141
Form Factor Rack-mountable
Supported Tape Drives TS11X0 series
Drive Bays 3
Max Supported Drives 12
Total Storage Capacity 6.84 PB (native) / 17.1 PB (compressed)
Slot Capacity 684 cartridge slots
Power Requirements Integrated with Spectra T950 main library power system

Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin United States
TAA Compliant Yes
RoHS Compliance Yes
Certifications UL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, ICES

Advanced Security Features
Data Encryption Support Yes, via TS11X0 drives (not included)
WORM (Write Once Read Many) Supported with compatible tape media
Access Control Administrator-level access via management interface
Audit Logging Yes
Secure Media Handling Yes, with optional media encryption and transport features

Interfaces
Interface Type 8Gb Fibre Channel
Port Count 1 x Fibre Channel
Fiber Channel Standard 8Gb FC

Physical & Environmental
Chassis Type Modular / Expansion module
Installation Type Enterprise rack installation
Dimensions Matches Spectra T950 chassis module specifications
Operating Temperature 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Storage Temperature -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F)
Operating Humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing
Storage Humidity 10% to 90% non-condensing
Unit Weight Matches Spectra T950 expansion module weight

Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform Spectra BlackPearl (optional integration)
Management Interface Web-based management interface via Spectra T950 controller
Remote Monitoring Available with integrated Spectra software
License Requirements Drive-based licensing depending on configuration
Included Features Media Health Reporting, Advanced Reporting Tools