Product Type | Tape library expansion module |
Manufacturer | HP |
Product Name | HP Spectra T950 3DBA Expansion Module, 684 Media Slots, No Drives |
Part Number | Q1G68A |
UPC | 190017136141 |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Supported Tape Drives | TS11X0 series |
Drive Bays | 3 |
Max Supported Drives | 12 |
Total Storage Capacity | 6.84 PB (native) / 17.1 PB (compressed) |
Slot Capacity | 684 cartridge slots |
Power Requirements | Integrated with Spectra T950 main library power system |
HP Spectra T950 3DBA Expansion Module, 684 Media Slots, No Drives
Key Benefits

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- Ideal for enterprise environments needing scalable, high-density backup and archiving
- Flexible deployment with modular design and up to 12 supported tape drives
- Assured compatibility and compliance through TAA certification and U.S. manufacturing
Product Overview
The HP Spectra T950 3 Drive Bay Assembly (Q1G68A) is engineered to enhance the scalability of HP’s Spectra T950 tape library system. This rack-mountable expansion module supports up to 12 TS11X0 tape drives and includes capacity for 684 cartridges, offering up to 6.84 PB native and 17.1 PB compressed storage. Its 8Gb Fibre Channel interface enables seamless integration into enterprise environments. Designed and manufactured in the United States, it is TAA-compliant and optimized for data archiving solutions. Note: tape drives not included.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, ICES |
Advanced Security Features
Data Encryption Support | Yes, via TS11X0 drives (not included) |
WORM (Write Once Read Many) | Supported with compatible tape media |
Access Control | Administrator-level access via management interface |
Audit Logging | Yes |
Secure Media Handling | Yes, with optional media encryption and transport features |
Interfaces
Interface Type | 8Gb Fibre Channel |
Port Count | 1 x Fibre Channel |
Fiber Channel Standard | 8Gb FC |
Physical & Environmental
Chassis Type | Modular / Expansion module |
Installation Type | Enterprise rack installation |
Dimensions | Matches Spectra T950 chassis module specifications |
Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Unit Weight | Matches Spectra T950 expansion module weight |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform | Spectra BlackPearl (optional integration) |
Management Interface | Web-based management interface via Spectra T950 controller |
Remote Monitoring | Available with integrated Spectra software |
License Requirements | Drive-based licensing depending on configuration |
Included Features | Media Health Reporting, Advanced Reporting Tools |