RLS-8350
EXPANDABLE RACK MOUNT LIBRARY
The RLS-8350 extends Qualstar’s well-respected RLS Series of Simply Reliable™ automated, high capacity rack mountable tape libraries. Offering superior performance and value, a single RLS-8350 library module delivers 600 terabytes of data in LTO-8 native mode. Using typical data compression ratios, capacity can increase to 1.5 petabytes. Multi-unit configurations can support as much as 12.3 petabytes in a single rack.
Expansion Ready
Any RLS-8350 library can be expanded by adding up to three RLS-85120 modules, increasing capacity by over eight times.
- Up to 410 tapes enabling 12.3PB of compressed data to be stored in just 36U
- Up to 19 LTO-6, LTO-7 or LTO-8 SAS or FC drives
- Field upgrades are User-installable, self-calibrating and automatically discovered
- FastPass™, Qualstar's simple, robust tape mover fits entirely within the library
- No additional power or cooling needed
Encryption Enabled
Protect valuable data in transit
- Simple, easy-to-use
- Library-based encryption
- User assigns keys
- Separate key per partition
Q-Link™ Remote Manager
Q-Link enables any RLS tape library to be configured, monitored, diagnosed and managed from anywhere in the world
- Web browser-based
- Single-view local and remote management
- Remote monitoring and troubleshooting
Reliable, Intelligent Robotics
The RLS-8350’s unique robotic mechanism is Simply Reliable by design
- Leadscrew based robotics
- Brushless DC motors and closed-loop servo control systems
- All field-replaceable units, options and tape drives are auto-discovering
- No electrical and mechanical adjustments
- Drives are self-connecting, simply slide them in or out
- All service access is via the front or rear of the unit without removing it from the rack
Easy Operation
The RLS-8350 is equipped with a high resolution, color touch screen for local operation.
- Intuitive menu-driven user interface
- Easy-to-use installation, configuration and operation
- All functions and controls are replicated in the Q-Link browser-based remote manager
Advanced Cartridge Management And Security
- Barcode scanning controls the media inventory
- Dedicated 4-slot I/O port in base module
- Additional I/O ports optional in expansion modules
Logical Library
Logical Library partitioning enables multiple servers to share a single library; up to one partition per drive.
Engineered for Reliability:
- Auto-connecting, user-installable tape drives
- All brushless motors
- Self-calibrating all-digital servo control system
- Auto-aligning: No mechanical or electrical adjustments
- Auto-discovery of all components
- Automated tape drive cleaning
- Filtered, forced-air cooling
Versatility:
- Field expandable to 4 modules using Qualstar's Fastpass™ tape mover technology
- Built-in library-based encryption
- ADI library interface
- Dedicated 4-slot I/O port doesn't reduce capacity of base module
- N+1 power option
- Fibre Channel and SAS drive interface support
- Logical Library partitioning
- All access through front and back of unit
Comprehensive User Interface:
- Q-Link browser-based remote library manager
- Color LCD touch control panel and menu system for easy installation, configuration, operation and maintenance
Efficient Media Control:
- Barcode scanner
- Up to seven 4-slot I/O ports for media insertion and removal in maximum configuration
- Key-lockable tape bays
Value:
- Three year warranty
- Simple, easy-to-use encryption
- User field expansion up to 410 slots and 19 tape drives
- Rack mount kit
| Standalone RLS-8350 | With 3 expansion modules | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Types | LTO-Ultrium 6, 7 or 8 | |
| Number of Tape Drives | 1-4 half-height drives | Up to 19 |
| Number of Cartridge Slots | 50 | 410 |
| I/O Ports/Slots | 1 port with 4 slots | Up to 7 ports with 4 slots each |
| Native Capacity – LTO-6 | 125TB | Up to 1.03 PB |
| Max Compressed (2.5:1) Capacity – LTO-6 | 312TB | Up to 2.6 PB |
| Native Data Rate – LTO-6 | 2.3TB/hr. | Up to 10.9TB/hr. |
| Compressed Data Rate – LTO-6 | 5.75TB/hr. | Up to 27.3TB/hr. |
| Native Capacity – LTO-7 | 300TB | Up to 2.5 PB |
| Max Compressed (2.5:1) Capacity – LTO-7 | 750TB | Up to 6.2 PB |
| Native Data Rate – LTO-7 | 4.3TB/hr. | Up to 20.5TB/hr. |
| Compressed Data Rate – LTO-7 | 10.8TB/hr. | Up to 51.3TB/hr. |
| Native Capacity – LTO-8 | 600TB | Up to 4.9PB |
| Max Compressed (2.5:1) Capacity – LTO-8 | 750TB | Up to 12.3PB |
| Native Data Rate – LTO-8 | 4.3TB/hr. | Up to 20.5TB/hr. |
| Compressed Data Rate – LTO-8 | 10.8TB/hr. | Up to 51.3TB/hr. |
| Drive Interfaces | SAS or FC | |
| Library Interface | ADI | |
| Barcode Reader | Standard | |
| Time to scan all barcodes | Less than 112 secs. | Less than 149 secs. |
| Rack Mount Kit | Standard | |
| Height | 6U (10.5″ / 26.7cm) | 36U (63″ / 160cm) |
| Width | 17.5″ / 44.5cm | |
| Depth | 35.8″ / 91cm | |
| Fully Loaded Weight | 120 lb / 55 kg | 660 lb / 300 kg |
| Empty Weight - without tape matrixes or drives | 50 lb / 20 kg | N/A |
| Warranty | 3 years | |