The RLS-8350 extends Qualstar’s well-respected RLS-8500 Series of Simply Reliable automated, high capacity rack mountable tape libraries. Offering superior performance and value, the RLS-8350 delivers 125 terabytes (native). Using typical data compression ratios, capacity can exceed 312 terabytes.

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Expansion Ready
Any RLS-8350 library can be expanded by adding an RLS-85120 module, tripling capacity and performance

• Up to 170 tapes yielding up over 1PB in just 16U
• Stores over 32,000 hours of SD video
• Up to 8 LTO 5 SAS or FC drives
• User-installable; self-calibrating
• FastPass™ , simple, robust tape mover fits entirely within library
• Auto-discovery and self-calibrating
• 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 FRUs, 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

Easy Operation
The RLS-8350 is equipped with a high resolution, color touch screen for local operation.

• Intuitive menu-driven control system
• Easy-to-use installation, configuration and operation
• All functions and controls are replicated in Q-Link

Advanced Cartridge Management And Security

• Barcode scanning controls the media inventory
• Dedicated 4-slot I/O port

Logical Library
Logical Library partitioning enables multiple servers to share a single library.

RLS-8350 Datasheet

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 Over 2,000,000 MEBF Automated tape drive cleaning Filtered, forced-air cooling Versatility: Expandable in the field to 170 tape slots and 8 drive slots Built-in library-based encription ADI library interface Dedicated 4-slot I/O port doesn’t reduce capacity 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 4-slot hardware I/O port Key-lockable tape bays Value: Three year warranty Simple, easy-to-use encryption User field expansion to 170 slots Rack mount kit

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* using typical compression ratios