Quantum SuperLoader 3, one LTO-8HH tape drive Model C, eight slots, 6Gb/s SAS, rackmount

Description

Quantum SuperLoader 3 LTO-8 HH Tape Library – 8-Slot, 6 GB/s SAS, 2U Rackmount | High-Capacity Automated Backup Solution

The Quantum SuperLoader 3 with LTO-8 Half-Height Tape Drive (Model C) delivers enterprise-grade backup, archiving, and disaster recovery in a compact 2U rackmount chassis. Designed for businesses that need high-capacity, secure, and cost-efficient data storage, this automated tape library integrates powerful performance with minimal footprint.

Enterprise-Level Performance

With 8 cartridge slots and one LTO-8 HH tape drive, this system achieves transfer speeds up to 6 GB/s through a high-speed SAS interface. Ideal for server rooms, data centers, and IT environments where reliable, high-volume backup is mission-critical.

Advanced Data Protection

• Supports WORM (Write Once, Read Many) for immutable, tamper-proof backups

• AES-256 encryption safeguards sensitive archives

• Compatible with LTO-8 and LTO-7 media

Smart Storage Efficiency

Bundled with DATASTOR Shield backup software featuring advanced deduplication—reducing storage requirements by up to 20×.

• Store up to 240 TB with standard compression*

• Store up to 4,800 TB with deduplication**

Key Features

• Drive Type: 1 × LTO-8 Half-Height Tape Drive

• Media Compatibility: LTO-8 & LTO-7

• Slots: 8 removable cartridge slots

• Interface: 6 GB/s SAS

• Form Factor: 2U rackmount

• Software: DATASTOR Shield with deduplication

• Security: WORM & encryption support

• Warranty: 3-year limited

What’s in the Box

• Quantum SuperLoader 3 (Model C)

• One LTO-8 Half-Height Tape Drive

• One 8-cartridge removable magazine

• DATASTOR Shield backup software (with deduplication)

• 30 barcode labels

• 6.6 ft Mini-SAS-HD 2.1 8644-to-SAS 2.0 SFF-8088 cable

• 5 ft Ethernet RJ-45 cable

• Power cords (NA/EU/UK)

This automated tape library gives growing businesses a future-proof backup solution that reduces operational overhead while ensuring long-term compliance and protection.

SuperLoader-3-Datasheet

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* Based on 2.5:1 compression using LTO-9 HH drives.
** Assumes 2.5:1 compression and 20:1 deduplication.
⚠️ Not for installation in India or Russia.
Former part number: ET-LLZAE-YE