RLS-8500
EXPANDABLE RACK MOUNT LIBRARY
Offering superior performance and value, RLS-8500 Series libraries deliver capacities up to 1.37 petabytes (in LTO-8 native mode) in just 10U. Using typical data compression ratios, each library module can exceed 3.4 petabytes. Multi-module configurations can exceed 14.2 petabytes in a single rack.
- RLS-8560 libraries contain 54 data cartridge storage slots and a dedicated four-slot I/O port
- RLS-85120 models house 114 data cartridge slots with 1 four-slot I/O port; or 108 slots with 2 four-slot I/O ports
- Both models house up to 7 LTO-6, LTO-7 or LTO-8 tape drives
Expansion Ready
Two, three or four RLS-8500 Series modules can be interconnected easily and economically
- Up to 474 tapes enabling over 14.2PB compressed data to be stored in just 40U
- Up to 22 LTO-6, LTO-7 or LTO-8 SAS or Fibre Channel tape drives
- FastPass™, Qualstar's simple, robust tape mover fits entirely within library
- User-installable; self-calibrating
- No additional power or cooling is needed
- Optional second storage matrix adds 60 slots to RLS-8560
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-8500 Series unique robotic mechanism is Simply Reliable by design
- Lead screw 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 through the front or rear of the unit without removing it from the rack
Easy Operation
RLS-8500 libraries are equipped with high resolution, color touch screens 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 four-slot I/O port in base module
- Optional additional four-slot I/O port in RLS-85120
- 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 in 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 eight 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 474 slots and 22 tape drives
- Rack mount kit
| Standalone RLS-8560 | Standalone RLS-85120 | With 3 expansion modules | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Types | LTO-Ultrium 6, 7 or 8 | ||
| Number of Tape Drives | 1-7 half-height drives | Up to 22 | |
| Number of Cartridge Slots | 54 | 114 | Up to 474 |
| I/O Ports/Slots | 1 port with 4 slots | 1 or 2 ports with 4 slots each | Up to 8 ports with 4 slots each |
| Max Native Capacity – LTO-6 | 135TB | 285TB | Over 1.2PB |
| Max Compressed (2.5:1) Capacity – LTO-6 | 338TB | 713TB | Over 3.0PB |
| Native Data Rate – LTO-6 | Up to 4.0TB/hr. | Up to 12.7TB/hr. | |
| Compressed Data Rate – LTO-6 | Up to 10.0TB/hr. | Up to 31.7TB/hr. | |
| Max Native Capacity – LTO-7 | 324TB | 684TB | 2.8PB |
| Max Compressed (2.5:1) Capacity – LTO-7 | 810TB | 1.7PB | 7.1PB |
| Native Data Rate – LTO-7 | Up to 7.6TB/hr. | Up to 23.8TB/hr. | |
| Compressed Data Rate – LTO-7 | Up to 19.0TB/hr. | Up to 59.5TB/hr. | |
| Max Native Capacity – LTO-8 | 648TB | 1.37PB | 5.69PB |
| Max Compressed (2.5:1) Capacity – LTO-8 | 1.62PB | 3.42PB | 14.23PB |
| Native Data Rate – LTO-8 | Up to 7.6TB/hr. | Up to 23.8TB/hr. | |
| Compressed Data Rate – LTO-8 | Up to 19.0TB/hr. | Up to 59.5TB/hr. | |
| Drive Interfaces | SAS or FC | ||
| Library Interface | ADI | ||
| Barcode Reader | Standard | ||
| Time to scan all barcodes | Less than 149 secs. | Less than 149 secs. | |
| Rack Mount Kit | Standard | ||
| Height | 10U (17.5″ / 44.5cm) | 40U (70″ / 177.8cm) | |
| Width | 17.5″ / 44.5cm | ||
| Depth | 35.8″ / 91cm | ||
| Fully Loaded Weight | 180 lb / 82 kg | 720 lb / 327 kg | |
| Empty Weight - without tape matrixes or drives | 54 lb / 24.6 kg | N/A | |
| Warranty | 3 years | ||