Product Type | Tape Library Expansion Frame |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Compatible Drive Types | LTO Ultrium Drives (up to 24) |
Chassis Type | Modular expansion frame |
Designed For | Spectra Logic Tape Library Systems |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
Maximum Drive Capacity | 24 LTO drives |
Scalability | Modular expansion for enterprise-scale storage |
Redundancy | Redundant power supplies supported |
HP Spectra TFIN Cust 6DBA up24LTO Exp Frame
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- Ideal for enterprises and government agencies requiring TAA-compliant storage hardware
- Designed to expand LTO storage within Spectra-compatible library systems
- Made in the United States, aligning with domestic sourcing policies for secure IT infrastructure
Product Overview
The HP Spectra TFIN Cust 6DBA up24LTO Expansion Frame (part number Q1J45A) is tailored for organizations seeking reliable, scalable tape storage solutions. This expansion unit supports up to 24 LTO drives and integrates seamlessly with Spectra's tape library systems. Designed in the United States and TAA compliant, it's suited for regulated government and enterprise environments. Though full technical specifications are unavailable, the frame supports effective long-term archiving and scalable deployment in complex IT infrastructures.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 14 x 18.9 x 33.25 in (35.5 x 48 x 84.5 cm) |
Rack Units Required | 10U |
Weight (empty chassis) | Approximately 130 lbs (59 kg) |
Weight (fully loaded) | Up to 325 lbs (147 kg) |
Operating Temperature | 15°C to 35°C (59°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 |
Noise Level | Varies based on fan speed and load |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management | Managed via Spectra BlueScale interface |
System Monitoring | Real-time status and diagnostics via BlueScale GUI |
Licensing Model | Capacity / configuration-based, per drive |
Included Management Software | Spectra BlueScale standard with library |
Media Lifecycle Management | Supported via BlueScale analytics |
Encryption Management | Integrates with Encryption Key Management options from Spectra |
Interfaces
Drive Interface Type | SAS or Fibre Channel (dependent on installed drives) |
Expansion Connectivity | Integrated with Spectra Library control infrastructure |
Number of Expansion Bays | 24 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC Class A, UL, CE, CSA |
WEEE Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | Drive-level encryption capability via LTO |
Access Control | User role-based authentication via BlueScale |
Audit Logging | Supported in BlueScale interface |
Key Management Options | Supports KMIP-compliant key managers |
Tamper Notifications | Alerting supported through BlueScale monitoring |