| Product Type | Tape Library |
| Model Name | Spectra T950 3DBA Max 12LTO 920S Library |
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q1G59A |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Maximum LTO Drives Supported | 12 |
| Maximum Capacity (Compressed) | 180 PB |
| Maximum Capacity (Native) | 45 PB |
| Maximum Cartridge Slots | 12000 |
| Scalability | Modular; scales from 50 to 12000 slots |
| Power Requirements | 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | Varies based on configuration; typically 700-1400 Watts |
| Encryption Support | Yes (Native LTO Encryption) |
| Weight (Fully Loaded) | Up to 1,029.5 kg (2,269 lbs) |
HP Spectra T950 3DBA Max 12LTO 920S Library
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- Supports up to 12 LTO drives for high-capacity storage
- TAA compliant for use in government and regulated industries
- Manufactured in the United States
- Designed for enterprise-grade tape library applications
- Optimized for scalable and long-term archival storage
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- Supports up to 12 LTO drives, enabling scalable high-volume data storage for enterprise environments
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing make it a strong candidate for government and regulated industry deployments
- Tape-based storage offers long-term cost benefits, particularly for cold data and archival use cases
Product Overview
The HP Spectra T950 3DBA Max 12LTO 920S Library is engineered for enterprises requiring expansive, reliable, and secure data storage solutions. Featuring support for up to 12 LTO drives, this system delivers fast and scalable tape-based storage capabilities, ideal for data centers, archiving services, and industries with stringent data retention policies.
As a TAA-compliant solution manufactured in the United States, the Spectra T950 ensures regulatory adherence and supports government and regulated industry installations. The build quality and design prioritize operational efficiency, with features optimized for high-density storage environments where space, power usage, and data integrity are key concerns.
This tape library enables organizations to implement a cost-effective and energy-efficient storage tier for cold and archival data while benefiting from proven LTO technology. Whether handling petabytes of unstructured data or ensuring long-term digital preservation, the HP Spectra T950 delivers consistent performance and scalability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Minimum Dimensions (H x W x D) | 76.4 x 68.6 x 121.9 cm (30.1 x 27 x 48 in) |
| Maximum Dimensions (H x W x D) | 211 x 78.6 x 121.9 cm (83 x 31 x 48 in) |
| 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 90% non-condensing |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Interface | Web-based GUI, SNMP, CLI, Remote Management Interface |
| Partitioning Support | Yes (Logical library partitioning) |
| License Requirements | Slot and drive licenses based on configuration |
| Cloud Storage Tier Integration | Optional, via BlackPearl Converged Storage System |
Interfaces
| Interface Types | Fibre Channel, SAS |
| Drive Interface | 8 Gb Fibre Channel or 6 Gb SAS |
| Host Connectivity Options | Dual-port FC or SAS per drive |
| Data Transfer Rate (Per Drive, Native) | Up to 300 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Aggregate, Native) | Up to 3.6 GB/s with 12 LTO-9 drives |
| Library Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 Ethernet (management) |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliance | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| Certifications | CE, UL, FCC, CSA, VCCI, ICES |
| WEEE Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
| Media Security | LTO encryption with support for KMIP-compliant key management |
| Access Control | Role-based administration |
| Audit Logging | Yes |
| Secure Erase Support | Yes (via LTO functionality) |
| Tamper Evident Tape Technology | Optional barcode scanning and reporting |
