Quantum - SuperLoader 3
QUANTUM DIRECT & NETWORK ATTACHED STORAGE SUPERLOADER 3
FEATURES
Compact and Automated Backup Solution for SMBs and Remote Offices
The SuperLoader 3 combines high-capacity LTO storage with easy automation in a 2U rackmount form, ideal for small IT environments and branch offices.
Simple Management with Broad Compatibility
Supports all major backup software platforms, with web-based remote management and bar-code reader included for inventory control.
Affordable LTO Automation with Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Offers a complete data protection solution with native encryption, optional redundant power, and low power consumption.
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: 2U rackmount
Cartridge Slots: 8 to 16 (autoloader)
Drives: 1x LTO (HH)
Native Capacity: Up to 288TB (720TB compressed with LTO-9)
Interface: SAS or Fibre Channel
Features: Bar code reader, web UI, AES 256-bit encryption
Media Support: LTO-5 through LTO-9
QUANTUM DIRECT & NETWORK ATTACHED STORAGE LTO HALF-HEIGHT DRIVES
FEATURES
Reliable LTO Tape Drives in Compact Form for Easy Integration
Quantum’s LTO half-height drives offer enterprise-grade performance in a smaller footprint, suitable for desktops, servers, and autoloaders.
Fast Backup with Native AES Encryption
Supports high throughput, WORM media, and hardware-based encryption for secure, long-term retention.
Compatible with Leading Backup Software
Seamlessly integrates with industry-standard applications and features a user-friendly diagnostics panel.
SPECIFICATIONS
Media capacity (LTO‑9 Half‑Height): 18 TB native / up to 45 TB (assuming 2.5:1 compression) per cartridge.
Interface: For LTO‑9 Half‑Height: 12 Gb/s SAS. For LTO‑8/LTO‑7 Half‑Height: 6 Gb/s SAS.
Sustained transfer rate (native): Up to ~300 MB/s for LTO‑9 Half‑Height.
Burst transfer rate: Up to ~1200 MB/s for LTO‑9 Half‑Height in burst mode.
Form factor / dimensions (example internal half‑height): approx Width: 146 mm (5.72″), Height: 41 mm (1.61″), Length: 205 mm (8.07″), Weight: ~1.61 kg (3.55 lb).
Media compatibility (LTO‑8 example): Read/write to LTO‑8 and LTO‑7 M8 media; read from LTO‑6 media.
Security features: AES 256‑bit encryption, WORM media support.
Included software / solution bundle: DataStor backup software (with deduplication) is included with most models of Quantum half‑height LTO drives.
Typical deployment form‑factors: Tabletop external, 1U rackmount (one or two drives), internal half‑height drive bay.
Compliance / compatibility note: They support standard LTO Ultrium media format and backward compatibility across generations (within limitations). Also designed for “offline” backup / archive use to help mitigate ransomware/air‑gap risk.
