Tape Storage Products

Spectra Stack Library

Uncompromising flexibility meets affordability in a modular entry-level library with enterprise-class features

The only stackable system designed for 24x7 continuous operation – smart indeed

Spectra Stack libraries are designed for growing enterprises and growing data. From a single control module to as many as six expansion modules, Spectra Stack solutions deliver the right capacity and performance at every stage of growth. Its remarkable 100% duty cycle makes it an ideal choice for handling unanticipated or dynamic workloads with ease.

Specifications at a glance

Capacity & Throughput
# Control Modules | # Expansion Modules
1 | 0
1 | 1
1 | 2
1 | 3
1 | 4
1 | 5
1 | 6
Max Slot Count | Media Type
80 | LTO-9
160 | LTO-9
240 | LTO-9
320 | LTO-9
400 | LTO-9
480 | LTO-9
560 | LTO-9
Max Native Capacity1
1.4PB
2.9PB
4.4PB
5.8PB
7.2PB
8.6PB
10.08PB
Max Compressed Capacity1, 2
3.6PB
7.2PB
10.2PB
14.4PB
18.0PB
21.6PB
25.2PB
Max Drives
6 HH | 3 FH
12 HH | 6 FH
18 HH | 9 FH
24 HH | 12 FH
30 HH | 15 FH
36 HH | 18 FH
42 HH | 21 FH
Max Native Throughput1 (TB/hr.)
4.3
8.6
13.0
17.3
21.6
25.9
30.2
Max Compressed Throughput1 (TB/hr.)
9.7
19.4
29.2
38.9
48.6
58.3
68.0
Max SLS Partitions
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
Tape Drives Supported
LTO-5 | LTO-6 | LTO-7 | LTO-8 | LTO-9
1. Stated maximums based on exclusive use of full height LTO-9 drives.
2. LTO-9 assumed compression ratio is 2.5:1.
Environmentals – All LTO Drives
ModeDry-bulb TemperatureMaximum Temperature Rate of ChangeRelative Humidity
(non-condensing)
Maximum Humidity Rate of ChangeAltitude (max)
Allowable
Environment
16°C to 32°C (60°F to 90°F)5°C per hour
9°F per hour
20% to 80%
22°C dew point max
5% per hour with no condensation3048 m (10,000 ft)
Recommended
Environment
16°C to 25°C (60°F to 77°F)5°C per hour
9°F per hour
20% to 50%
22°C dew point max
5% per hour with no condensation3048 m (10,000 ft)
Reliability
Library MTTR3 minutes for hot-swap components. 10 minutes for non-hot-swap components
Mean Cycles Between Failures (MCBF): 3 million
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 250,000 power-on hours
Power Requirements100-240v AC, 50/60Hz
80 PLUS Gold Power Supplies.
Library Features
Encryption SupportedBlueVision
Media Lifecycle ManagementYes
Auto Clean SupportYes
Camera (Spectra Vision)Yes
Tape Technology SupportedLTO-5 | LTO-6 | LTO-7 | LTO-7 Type M | LTO-8 | LTO-9
Control ModuleExpansion Module
Width18.7 in (475 mm)18.7 in (475 mm)
Depth35.12 in (892 mm)35.12 in (892 mm)
Height10.55 in (268 mm)10.55 in (268 mm)
Weight78.26 lb (35.5 kg)68.34 lb (31 kg)

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