Product Type | Tape library media expansion frame |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable module (Frame-based) |
Compatibility | Spectra T950 Tape Library Systems |
Designed For | P/N: Q1G64A, Q1G65A, Q1G66A |
Weight | Approximately 800 lbs (fully loaded frame) |
Power Requirements | 200-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
Power Redundancy | N+1 redundant hot-swappable power supplies |
HP Spectra T950 Multi (2 Frames) Assy Kit - Q1G52A
Key Benefits

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- Optimized for Spectra T950, enabling modular expansion of enterprise tape libraries
- Made in the USA and TAA-compliant, meeting federal government procurement standards
- Direct compatibility with multiple HPE part numbers simplifies integration and deployment
Product Overview
The HP Spectra T950 Multi (2 Frames) Assy Kit (Q1G52A) is designed to upgrade enterprise tape libraries by expanding the media capacity of Spectra T950 systems. Fully TAA-compliant and crafted in the United States, this frame supports integration with parts Q1G64A, Q1G65A, and Q1G66A. It enables seamless scaling of mission-critical backup infrastructure, facilitating long-term data archiving. Built for high-volume storage settings, it enhances ROI by allowing cost-effective expansion within Spectra T950 deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (Single Frame) | 78.77 in H x 30.8 in W x 47.4 in D (2001 x 783 x 1204 mm) |
Rack Units | 45U (per frame) |
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 |
Thermal Output | 6,200 BTU/hr (per frame, typical) |
Acoustic Output | 65 dB(A) idle, 76 dB(A) operating |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | BlueScale Management Interface (GUI + CLI) |
Remote Monitoring | Yes, via BlueScale Vision and Spectra Verde DPE |
Licensing Model | Frame-based capacity and feature licensing |
Included Management Features | Automated system health, reporting, remote diagnostics |
Interfaces
Expansion Interface | Frame interconnects with Spectra T950 control frame |
Drive Interface Options | Fibre Channel, SAS |
Drive Technology Supported | LTO Ultrium (LTO-5 to LTO-9), TS11xx Enterprise Drives |
Number of Drive Pairs Supported | Up to 120 drives (across full T950 configuration) |
Media Slots per Frame | Up to 1,000 cartridge slots per frame |
Data Transfer Rate (per LTO-9 Drive) | Up to 400 MB/s (native), 1,000 MB/s (compressed) |
Data Throughput (Library Maximized) | Up to 155 TB/hr (compressed) |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Certifications | UL, cUL, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003, VCCI |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Energy Star Certified | No |
WEEE Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | Library-managed or drive-based AES-256 encryption |
Write Once Read Many (WORM) | Supported with LTO WORM cartridges |
Media Validation | Integrated Data Integrity Verification (DIV) |
Access Control | User-role controlled access via BlueScale |
Audit Logging | Yes, secure audit trail maintained |