Product Type | Storage library service bay |
Form Factor | Modular bay, chassis-mounted |
Mounting Position | Left side of base frame |
Designed For | HPE TFinity ExaScale Edition Base Frame |
Expansion Capacity | Up to 500 media slots |
Weight | Approximately 85 kg (187 lbs) |
Power Requirements | Supplied by TFinity ExaScale Base Frame |
HP Spectra TFIN Lt Svc Bay for TFinity ExaScale, 500-Slot, Q1G86A
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- Engineered specifically for seamless integration with the HPE TFinity ExaScale Edition Base Frame
- Provides up to 500-slot expansion to support large-scale archiving demands
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for federal and enterprise use
Product Overview
The HP Spectra TFIN Lt Service Bay (Part Number: Q1G86A) is a modular storage library component designed for the HPE TFinity ExaScale Edition Base Frame. Mounted on the left side, it supports expansion with up to 500 media slots. The bay is TAA compliant and manufactured in the United States, making it suitable for government and enterprise applications requiring origin-certified solutions. It enhances scalability and resilience for high-volume data archiving and long-term backup environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Enclosure Dimensions (H x W x D) | 78.74 x 17.6 x 43.75 in (200 x 44.7 x 111.1 cm) |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 10 °C (50 °F) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 35 °C (95 °F) |
Humidity Range (Operating) | 20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
Humidity Range (Non-Operating) | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Altitude (Operating) | Up to 3,000 meters (9,842 ft) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Monitoring Capability | Available via TFinity’s Library Management Software |
Management Interface | Integrated with ExaScale Active Administration Console |
Cloud Connectivity | Supports third-party storage monitoring platforms (when part of full TFinity system) |
Licensing Requirements | No separate license for service bay – managed via base library system |
Software Compatibility | Works with Spectra Vision, BlueScale Management |
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support | |
Wireless Antennas |
Interfaces
Data Interface | Communicates internally via library robotics system |
Host Interfaces | Not applicable – expansion bay only |
Media Handling | LTO Ultrium tapes (dependent on library configuration) |
Cartridge Slots | 500 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CE, FCC, ICES, VCCI, BSMI |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Media Handling | Physical access lock and secured servo robotics |
Encryption Support | Supported through LTO drives (in base frame configuration) |
Audit Logging | Yes, via BlueScale Interface |
User Access Management | Available through TFinity's software interface |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |