Product Type | Tape library expansion module |
Model Number | Q1G60A |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Maximum Native Capacity | 60 PB |
Maximum Compressed Capacity | 150 PB |
Maximum Number of Cartridges | 1010 |
Maximum Number of Tape Drives | 12 |
Drive Technologies Supported | LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, TS11X0 |
Encryption Support | Yes |
Power Supply Type | Redundant hot-swappable |
Power Requirements | 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
HP Spectra T950 3DBA Max 8LTO 920S Library Expansion Module
Key Benefits

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- Scalable capacity up to 150PB compressed makes it ideal for enterprise or institutional long-term data archiving.
- Supports multiple tape drive technologies (LTO Ultrium 6/7 and TS11X0), ensuring flexibility and future-readiness.
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing make it suitable for government and regulated industry use cases.
Product Overview
The HP Spectra T950 3DBA Max 8LTO 920S Library Expansion Module (Model: Q1G60A) is an enterprise-grade tape storage solution for expanding an existing Spectra T950 library. As a rack-mounted unit capable of supporting up to 12 LTO Ultrium 6/7 and TS11X0 tape drives, it efficiently increases capacity and performance in archival systems.
Offering a massive 60PB native / 150PB compressed storage capacity through 1010 cartridge slots, this system ensures long-term data retention. It features 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity and includes built-in encryption for added data security. Manufactured in the US and TAA compliant, it is ideal for government and regulated sector deployments. Note: Tape drives not included.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 78.74 x 61 x 121.92 cm (31 x 24 x 48 in) |
Weight | Up to 318 kg (700 lbs) |
Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Non-operating Temperature | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
Non-operating Humidity | 10% to 95% non-condensing |
Altitude (Operating) | Up to 3,048 meters (10,000 ft) |
Altitude (Non-operating) | Up to 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) |
Sound Pressure (Idle) | Less than 5.8 Bels |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management | Spectra BlueScale management interface |
Management Features | Web-based GUI, Remote monitoring, SNMP support |
Licensing Model | Per-drive license activation for features |
Interfaces
Interface Type | 8Gb Fibre Channel |
Number of Fibre Channel Ports | 1 |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 360 MB/s per LTO-6 drive; higher with TS11X0 |
Connectivity Option | Fibre Channel (SAN) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
WEEE Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, cUL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, RCM |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Method | AES-256 bit hardware encryption (via tape drive) |
Access Control | User role-based authentication |
Audit Logging | Yes |
Secure Management Interface | HTTPS, SSH |
Partitioning Support | Yes, via BlueScale |