Product Name | HP Spectra T950J 110-Chamber Media Expansion Module |
Manufacturer | HP |
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) | Q1G72A |
UPC | 190017136189 |
Product Type | Tape library expansion module - no tape drives |
Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable |
Form Factor | 19-inch rack-mount |
Maximum Media Capacity | 990 cartridges |
Supported Tape Drive Technologies | LTO Ultrium 6, LTO Ultrium 7, TS11X0 |
Included Tape Drives | None (expansion only) |
Encryption Support | Yes |
Power Requirements | 200-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 250 Watts (typical) |
Form Factor Height | 24U |
HP Spectra T950J 110-Chamber Media Expansion Module
Key Benefits

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- Ideal for enterprise environments requiring scalable tape storage expansion
- Offers secure media handling with encryption support for compliance-intensive industries
- Complies with TAA standards, suiting public sector and government procurement requirements
Product Overview
The HP Spectra T950J 110-Chamber Media Expansion Module is a rack-mountable expansion frame designed to enhance enterprise-grade tape storage systems. Compatible with TS11X0, LTO Ultrium 6, and LTO Ultrium 7 drives, it accommodates up to 990 removable media slots. Though it contains no tape drives, it features 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity and supports encryption for secure data handling. TAA-compliant and manufactured in the USA, this solution delivers scalable, compliant, and secure data management for growing archiving environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web-based GUI (via Spectra Logic BlueScale) |
Remote Management | Yes |
Library Management Software | Spectra Logic BlueScale software |
Software Licensing | Optional features license-based |
Cloud Storage Integration | Yes (via Spectra BlackPearl Gateway) |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.5 x 40.5 x 42 in (77.5 x 102.9 x 106.7 cm) |
Weight | Approx. 700 lbs (317.5 kg) with full media |
Operating Temperature | 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature | -23°C to 60°C (-9°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
Altitude Range (Operating) | Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) |
Noise Level | Typically < 62 dB(A) |
Interfaces
Interface Type | Fibre Channel |
Number of Fibre Channel Ports | 1 |
Fibre Channel Speed | 8 Gb/s |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Capabilities | AES-256 encryption |
Access Control | Role-based management access |
Authentication Methods | User ID / password with audit logs |
Key Management | Integrated or external key managers supported |
Audit Logging | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CE, FCC Class A, RoHS |