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