Model: 800-0031-8
from $7,593
The Qualstar LTO-8 Ultrium Fiber Channel Tape Drive is a high-performance appliance accessory designed for robust data storage and backup. Featuring a single LTO Ultrium 8 tape drive, it offers a native capacity of 12 TB (up to 30 TB with 2.5:1 compression) and a data transfer rate of up to 360 MB/s native (up to 750 MB/s compressed) via its 8 Gb/s Fiber Channel interface. This drive supports both LTO 8 and LTO 7 Ultrium media for reading and writing, making it an ideal solution for organizations requiring reliable, high-capacity data archiving and retrieval.
Ensure absolute compatibility with your base appliance model number before buying accessories. OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts usually fit better than generic alternatives, though they cost more. Available from $7,593.
Appliance accessories generally have a low initial cost and negligible ongoing expenses. Their ownership cost is mostly tied to wear and tear or the need for periodic replacement.
Common Failure Modes
Failure in accessories usually comes from physical degradation, snapping, or wear over time. Because they are often low-cost, replacement is much more common than repair.
Ensure absolute compatibility with your base appliance model number before buying accessories. OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts usually fit better than generic alternatives, though they cost more.
Appliance accessories have highly variable lifespans depending on material and primary appliance usage. Consumables may last a few months, while structural accessories can last years.
The Qualstar LTO-8 Ultrium Fiber Channel 8 Gb/s Tape Drive is available at bhphoto, starting at $7,593.
Appliance accessories generally have a low initial cost and negligible ongoing expenses. Their ownership cost is mostly tied to wear and tear or the need for periodic replacement.
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