Description
Quantum SuperLoader 3 Automated Tape Library (Entry-Level LTO Backup & Archive)
The Quantum SuperLoader 3 is a 2U rackmount automated tape storage system built for small businesses and remote office environments that need offline backup, long-term retention, and air-gapped ransomware protection. Designed to be simple to install and manage, it supports unattended operation and includes a standard barcode reader to streamline media handling.
With the latest LTO technology, SuperLoader 3 scales as data grows and supports backup volumes up to 720 TB (with standard compression assumptions). It also includes DATASTOR Shield backup software with deduplication (up to 20:1 typical), helping you store more data per tape and reduce storage costs.
Key Benefits
- Offline data protection for small sites: economical, portable tape storage with air-gap protection against ransomware
- Fast backup and restore: performance up to 750 MB/sec (2.7 TB/hr) with supported half-height LTO drives (compression assumptions apply)
- Compliance-ready security: AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption and WORM cartridge support
- Simplified media management: standard barcode reader plus web-based management and remote diagnostics
- Complete solution: includes DATASTOR Shield backup software with deduplication
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Configuration | 2U Rackmount, Single Tape Drive |
| Tape Slots | 8 or 16 |
| Host Interface | Mini-SAS-HD (8644 SAS) |
| On-board Remote Management | 10/100 Base-T Ethernet; web-based management, remote diagnostics, logs, firmware upgrades, inventory, and configuration |
| Barcode Reader | Standard |
| Drive Options | LTO-9 HH SAS, LTO-8 HH SAS, LTO-7 HH SAS |
| Connectivity | LTO-9: 12 Gb SAS | LTO-8: 6 Gb SAS | LTO-7: 6 Gb SAS |
| Sustained Transfer Rate (Native) | 300 MB/s |
| Performance (TB/hr, Native / Compressed / Deduped) | LTO-9: 1.08 / 2.70 / 21.60 LTO-8: 1.08 / 2.16 / 21.60 LTO-7: 1.08 / 2.16 / 21.60 |
| Dimensions (W x H x L) | 17.7 in / 45 cm x 3.5 in / 8.9 cm x 29.71 in / 75.46 cm |
| Weight | 50 lb / 22.7 kg |
| Reliability | MSBF: 1.5 million; MTTR: < 30 minutes; Load/Unload Life: 80,000 cycles; Archive Storage: 30 years |
| Power | 90–256 VAC |
| Included Software | DATASTOR Shield Single-Server Backup (Windows only); typical deduplication 20:1 |
| Backup Methods | Disk-to-disk-to-tape, disk-to-tape, archive-to-tape (native format) |
LTO Media Capacities (Raw / Compressed)
- LTO-9: 18 TB / 45 TB
- LTO-8: 12 TB / 30 TB
- LTO-7: 9 TB / 22.5 TB
- LTO-7 M8: 6 TB / 15 TB
Notes: Compressed capacities and performance figures assume compression (and deduplication where applicable). Actual results vary by data type, host system, and usage conditions.
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