Product Type | Drive Bay Assembly Sled |
Form Factor | Custom sled for TS1160 drives in T950/TFIN systems |
Weight | Approx. 4.5 lbs (2.04 kg) |
Power Requirements | Provided by host tape library drive interface |
HPE T950/TFIN TS1160 FC Drv DBA Sled
Key Benefits

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- Ideal for organizations requiring TAA-compliant components, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Enhances modular storage scalability by supporting TS1160 FC drive installations.
- Manufactured in Japan, offering high-quality build for enterprise-grade deployment.
Product Overview
The HPE T950/TFIN TS1160 FC Drv DBA Sled is a critical component for high-performance enterprise storage solutions, engineered for compatibility with HPE’s T950 or TFIN configurations that utilize TS1160 Fibre Channel drives. This drive bay assembly sled allows for the seamless installation of TS1160 drives, facilitating scalable, high-capacity data management within existing storage frameworks.
Manufactured in Japan and fully TAA compliant, this sled is well-suited for deployment in environments where compliance with government standards is essential. Organizations leveraging TS1160 data tape technology can use this sled to maintain performance while supporting flexible hardware upgrades and minimizing disruption to infrastructure. Ideal for IT data centers and compliance-driven industries, it reinforces long-lasting and sustainable storage deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
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Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | CE, UL, FCC Class A |
WEEE Compliance | Yes |
REACH Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Data Encryption Support | Supports TS1160 hardware-based encryption (enabled in drive) |
Key Management | Compatible with HPE Secure Manager Key servers |
Tamper Evidence | Chassis and mounting screws support tamper-evident seals |
Device Authorization | Authorization managed through tape library access controls |
Interfaces
Interface Type | Fibre Channel |
Drive Compatibility | IBM TS1160 Tape Drives |
Bay Type | Hot-swappable drive bay sled |
Connector Type | Dual-port Fibre Channel connectors |
Data Transfer Rate (Max) | 400 MB/s (when used with TS1160 drive) |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 8.75 x 22 x 2.5 in (22.2 x 55.9 x 6.4 cm) |
Mounting | Compatible with T950 and TFin Integrated Libraries |
Operating Temperature | 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F) |
Storage Temperature | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
Relative Humidity (Storage) | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Cooling | Integrated via library chassis airflow design |
Noise Level | Low-noise passive unit (dependent on drive installed) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Managed via HPE T950/TFIN Library interface |
License Required | No separate license required for sled |
Cloud Compatibility | Integrates with cloud-based backup systems supported via TS1160 firmware |
Additional Specifications
Manufacturer | Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
Manufacturer Part Number | R0R27A |
UPC | 190017359632 |
Supported Library Models | HPE T950 and HPE TFin |
Hot-Swap Capability | Yes |
Tool-less Design | Yes, for rapid installation |
Lifecycle Status | Active |