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The Qualstar Q48 Rackmount LTO Tape Library is a 4U rackmount solution designed for robust data archiving and backup. This unit features 48 tape slots and comes with one installed tape drive, supporting LTO-7, LTO-8, and LTO-9 tape types for native capacities up to 864 TB and compressed capacities up to 2160 TB. Equipped with a barcode reader and operating on 100 to 240 VAC power, it provides a reliable and scalable option for managing large volumes of data.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back. Available from $10,859.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Magnetic degradation or physical tape snapping occurs if stored improperly. Dust inside the drive can scratch and ruin tapes.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back.
LTO tape is rated for 30 years of archival storage if kept in controlled environments.
The Qualstar Q48 Rackmount LTO Tape Library is available at bhphoto, starting at $10,859.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
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