Qualstar Q8 overview
The Qualstar Q8 is an entry-level LTO tape autoloader that fits eight cartridges, a mail slot and an LTO drive into a single 1U rack space. It automates daily and weekly backup rotation for small businesses, branch offices and single servers.
| Specification | Qualstar Q8 |
|---|---|
| Form factor | 1U rack-mount |
| Cartridge slots | 8, plus 1 mail slot |
| Drive | 1 × LTO-8 or LTO-9 half-height |
| Native / compressed capacity | Up to 144 TB / 360 TB (LTO-9) |
| Interfaces | 6Gb/s SAS (LTO-8), 12Gb/s SAS (LTO-9), 8Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Management | Front-panel LCD and remote web management (Fast Ethernet) |
| Features | Barcode reader, encryption, WORM and LTFS support, field-replaceable components |
| Power | 80 W max |
| Warranty | 3 years advance replacement |
Specifications as published by Qualstar.
Is the Q8 right for you?
Choose the Q8 if a single drive and up to eight tapes cover your backup set and rotation. Need more slots, a second drive or partitioning? Step up to the Qualstar Q24. Build your configuration with the Qualstar tape configurator.
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