HP Spectra T950 Tape Library Expansion, 4 LTO Drives, 1000 Slots

VENDOR: HP Mfg Part#: Q1G64A UPC#: 190017136103
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  • Supports up to 4 LTO Ultrium 6 or 7 tape drives
  • Offers 6 PB native / 15 PB compressed storage capacity
  • Removable media capacity of 1000 slots for large-scale deployments
  • Rack-mountable 42U enclosure for data center compatibility
  • Data transfer rate up to 324 TB/h (compressed)
  • Includes 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel interface for high-speed connectivity

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Key Benefits

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  • Ideal for multi-frame expansion in high-capacity archival environments, supporting up to 15 PB of compressed storage.
  • Built for performance and integration with high-speed 8Gb Fibre Channel, ensuring fast and efficient data transfers.
  • TAA compliance and U.S. origin meet strict procurement and regulatory standards for government and enterprise use.

Product Overview

The HP Spectra T950 Tape Library Expansion Module (Q1G64A) is designed for enterprise-scale data archiving within a 42U rack-mount framework. It supports up to 4 LTO Ultrium 6 or 7 tape drives, with a removable media capacity of 1000 slots. Delivering up to 15 PB compressed storage and a 324 TB/h data transfer rate, it enables efficient, scalable multi-frame configurations. Featuring 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity and TAA compliance, this U.S.-manufactured unit is backed by a 1-year on-site warranty, making it a reliable investment for demanding archival environments.

Specifications

Product Overview

Manufacturer HP
Product Name HP Spectra T950 Tape Library Expansion, 4 LTO Drives, 1000 Slots
Manufacturer Part Number Q1G64A
Device Type Tape library expansion module
Form Factor Rack-mountable - 42U
Total Storage Capacity 6 PB (native) / 15 PB (compressed)
Removable Media Capacity 1000 slots
Maximum Supported Drives 4
Supported Tape Drives LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7
Expansion Type Drive Bay Assembly Shelf for Multi-frame configurations
Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) Up to 324 TB/hour
Weight Approximately 727.5 kg (1604 lbs) fully loaded
Power Requirements 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption Up to 1500 watts (max)

Physical & Environmental

Rack Units 42U
Dimensions (H x W x D) 200.7 x 78.7 x 121.9 cm (79 x 31 x 48 in)
Operating Temperature 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Storage Temperature -9°C to 60°C (15°F to 140°F)
Operating Humidity 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Acoustic Emissions 7.7 bels (idle), 8.1 bels (operating)

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface Spectra BlueScale Management Interface
Remote Management Web-based GUI, SNMP, email alerts
Licensing Model Modular expansion with optional licensed features
Encryption Key Management Optional BlueScale Encryption - licensed feature

Interfaces

Host Interface 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel
Interface Standard Fibre Channel protocol (LTO-6 & LTO-7 compatible)
Fibre Channel Port Count 1
Drive Interface SAS or Fibre Channel, depending on drive configuration

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin United States
TAA Compliant Yes
Certifications UL, cUL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, ICES, BSMI, RCM, EAC, RoHS, WEEE
Environment Standards RoHS, WEEE

Advanced Security Features

Content Encryption Support Yes (with optional license)
Secure Management Interface HTTPS with LDAP/AD Authentication
Access Controls Role-based user access
Data Integrity Tools Media Lifecycle Management (MLM), Assisted Self Maintenance (ASM)