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RDX 500GB REMOVABLE DISK CARTRIDGE PL-7A NO DEAL REG
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Q2042A Overview
Q2042A is a high-performance SAN system featuring 12 drive bays that support a mix of SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB with robust RAID protection including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, RAID 60, and JBOD.
Q2042A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed ECC DDR4 memory, expandable up to 64 GB. It offers interfaces with 10GbE network ports, 4 LAN ports, and USB 3.0 connectivity, along with expansion support, redundant fan cooling, and a redundant 500W power supply, making it ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q2042A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.0
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 500W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
- Product Name
- Q2042A High Performance Storage Array
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28.5 inches
- Weight
- 50 lbs
Q2042A Use Case
Rapid Daily Onsite Backup with Q2042A-RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A NO DEAL REG
A mid-sized accounting firm deploys Q2042A-RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A NO DEAL REG for automated nightly backups of its ERP database. Leveraging 80 MB/s sustained throughput and ruggedized media, IT completes full backups within the maintenance window and verifies integrity before offsite rotation. Benefit: 40% faster backup cycles with portable, vault-ready cartridges that meet strict recovery point objectives.
Disaster Recovery Media Rotation for Manufacturing with Q2042A-RDX 500GB Cartridge
A manufacturing plant implements a multi-site rotation of Q2042A-RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A NO DEAL REG to support its disaster recovery plan. Encrypted cartridges are swapped daily and stored offsite, enabling seamless failover to secondary facilities in case of data center outages. Benefit: Sub-hour recovery time objectives (RTOs) and compliance with industry data-protection regulations.
HIPAA-Compliant Long-Term Archiving Using Q2042A-RDX 500GB Cartridge PL-7A
A regional healthcare network uses Q2042A-RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A NO DEAL REG for secure, long-term patient-record archiving. The write-once-read-many (WORM) capability and AES-256 encryption protect sensitive data against tampering while allowing fast retrieval for audits. Benefit: 30% reduction in archival costs and streamlined compliance with HIPAA retention requirements.
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q2042A |  EH963A |  EH848B |  C7976BL |  AP746A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 24-bay | 16-bay | 24-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 256 TB | 1 PB | 1 PB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 750W | 350W | 750W | 350W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization / SMB | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | Q2042A High Performance Storage Array | EH963A Enterprise SAN Storage | EH848B | C7976BL Storage Array | AP746A Enterprise NAS Storage System |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 7 inches | 4 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28.5 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 18 inches |
| Weight | 50 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 75 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nazia Karim
4
Recognized instantly and performs reliably.
B
Bjorn Lind
5
Good balance of portability and capacity.
S
Saad Murtaza
4
Consistent transfer speeds.
E
Ethan Price
4
Practical removable storage option.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the Q2042A RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A ND?
The Q2042A RDX Removable Disk Cartridge offers 500GB of reliable, high-speed removable storage optimized for automated backup and data archiving.
Which interfaces are supported by the RDX 500GB Disk Cartridge PL-7A?
The RDX 500GB Cartridge PL-7A supports USB 3.0 and eSATA interfaces, ensuring fast transfer rates up to 165 MB/s for both reading and writing data.
Is the Q2042A RDX 500GB Cartridge backward compatible with earlier RDX docks?
Yes, the Q2042A RDX 500GB Cartridge is fully backward compatible with all RDX docks and autoloaders, allowing seamless integration with legacy backup solutions.
How do I install the RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A ND?
Simply insert the Q2042A cartridge into your RDX dock until it clicks, then your operating system will automatically recognize it as an external drive for immediate use.
What operating systems are compatible with the Q2042A RDX Cartridge?
The Q2042A RDX Cartridge is plug-and-play compatible with Windows, macOS, and most Linux distributions, requiring no additional drivers for standard backup operations.
Does the RDX 500GB Cartridge support hardware encryption?
Yes, the Q2042A RDX Cartridge supports 256-bit AES hardware encryption to secure sensitive data without affecting transfer performance.
What is the average read/write speed of the RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge?
The RDX Q2042A delivers sustained transfer rates up to 165 MB/s for both read and write operations, optimizing backup and restore times.
Can I use the Q2042A RDX Cartridge for daily offsite backups?
Absolutely. The rugged design and shock-resistant casing of the Q2042A make it ideal for daily offsite backups and secure data transport.
What is the durability rating of the RDX 500GB Removable Disk Cartridge PL-7A?
The PL-7A cartridge is rated for over 1,000 insertion cycles and can withstand drops up to 1 meter, ensuring long-term reliability in demanding environments.
How do I verify data integrity on the Q2042A RDX Cartridge?
Use the included RDX management software to run checksum verification and health diagnostics, ensuring your data remains error-free over time.
What warranty does the RDX 500GB Cartridge PL-7A ND include?
The Q2042A RDX Cartridge comes with a five-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects and performance issues under normal use.
Is the Q2042A RDX 500GB Cartridge hot-swappable?
Yes, the RDX Q2042A cartridge supports hot-swap functionality, allowing you to insert or remove it without powering down your system.
Which backup software is recommended for use with the RDX 500GB Cartridge?
The cartridge is compatible with major backup applications such as Veritas Backup Exec, Veeam, Acronis True Image, and built-in OS backup utilities.
Can I reuse the RDX 500GB Cartridge after data deletion?
Yes, once you delete or overwrite files on the Q2042A cartridge, it can be reused for new backups without performance degradation.
What environmental conditions are supported by the RDX Q2042A Cartridge?
The cartridge operates reliably between 5°C and 40°C (41°F–104°F) with humidity tolerance from 20% to 80% non-condensing.