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Q2078ML Overview
Q2078ML is a high-performance SAN storage solution engineered for enterprise data centers, virtualization, SMB backup, and media server applications. It features 16 drive bays that support Mixed drive types including SATA HDDs, SAS HDDs, SATA SSDs, and NVMe SSDs, delivering a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, RAID 60, and JBOD configurations.
Q2078ML is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, pre-installed with 16 GB of DDR4 memory expandable up to 64 GB. It offers versatile connectivity with USB 3.2 ports, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel interfaces, along with network support and expansion options. The unit includes redundant power supply at 750W, active cooling, and is built for high reliability, making it ideal for enterprise data center environments.
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Q2078ML Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 16-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
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Active
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- Q2078ML Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 50 lbs
Q2078ML Use Case
Financial Services Disaster Recovery & Regulatory Compliance Backup
In a global banking environment, IT teams use the Q2078ML-LTO-7 ULTRIUM TYPE M 22.5 TB RW Data Cart with custom labels and protective case to automate nightly transactional log backups and offsite vaulting. This high-density LTO-7 solution delivers 22.5 TB of compressed storage per tape, ensuring rapid data restores in disaster-recovery drills and full adherence to SEC and GDPR retention mandates for audit-ready compliance.
4K Media & Entertainment Archives for Post-Production Studios
A post-production studio leverages the Q2078ML-LTO-7 tape cartridges to archive raw 4K/8K video projects in a temperature-controlled vault. With up to 22.5 TB of removable, rewritable capacity and durable custom labeling, editors achieve cost-effective, long-term preservation, instant catalog searches and secure off-site rotation, accelerating project retrievals while minimizing on-tape degradation.
HIPAA-Compliant Medical Imaging Retention for Healthcare Providers
A regional health network deploys Q2078ML-LTO-7 ULTRIUM data carts to archive DICOM files, ultrasound scans and MRI datasets in a secure tape library. The ULTRIUM TYPE M format’s 22.5 TB RW capacity per tape supports multi-petabyte archives, streamlines retention policy enforcement and delivers tamper-evident custom labels—guaranteeing HIPAA compliance and fast disaster-recovery restores.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q2078ML |  N7P36A |  Q2006A |  C7973AL |  Q2009A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | NAS | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 16-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 24-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 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 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Active | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 350W | 750W | 750W | 750W |
| 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 | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q2078ML Storage System | N7P36A Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q2006A Storage System | C7973AL High Performance Storage Array | Q2009A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 27 inches | 22 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 50 lbs | 30 lbs | 40 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Shazia Ilyas
4
Consistent high capacity performance.
U
Ulrich Meier
5
Worked well in large scale backups.
H
Hamza Shabbir
4
Reliable media with clear labeling.
D
Douglas Knight
5
Good choice for LTO-7 environments.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the Q2078ML LTO-7 Ultrium Type M 22.5 TB data cartridge?
The Q2078ML LTO-7 Ultrium Type M cartridge offers 22.5 TB of compressed read/write capacity, providing high-density storage for enterprise backups and archives.
Is the Q2078ML cartridge compatible with LTO-7 and LTO-8 tape drives?
Yes. The Q2078ML is fully compatible with LTO-7 drives natively and supports read-only operation in LTO-8 systems, ensuring seamless integration into existing libraries.
What does Type M mean in an LTO-7 Ultrium Type M cartridge?
Type M cartridges leverage the LTO-8 track format on an LTO-7 tape, boosting compressed capacity from 15 TB to 22.5 TB without requiring new drive hardware.
Does the Q2078ML support both read and write operations?
Yes. The Q2078ML cartridge supports full read/write functionality in LTO-7 drives and read-only in LTO-8 drives, enabling flexible backup workflows.
What are the data transfer speeds of the Q2078ML LTO-7 Type M cartridge?
In native mode, the Q2078ML delivers up to 300 MB/s transfer speeds. With 2.5:1 compression, it can achieve up to 750 MB/s in LTO-7 drives.
Is a custom label included with the Q2078ML cartridge?
Yes. Each Q2078ML cartridge arrives with a high-quality, pre-printed custom label for easy identification and inventory management.
What type of protective case comes with the Q2078ML data cartridge?
The Q2078ML includes a rugged, dust-resistant plastic clamshell case that safeguards the tape from physical damage and environmental contaminants.
What is the archival life of the Q2078ML LTO-7 data cartridge?
The Q2078ML is rated for a 30-year archival life when stored under recommended conditions (16–25 °C and 20–50% RH).
What storage environment is recommended for LTO-7 cartridges?
Store cartridges at 16–25 °C (60–77 °F) and 20–50% relative humidity, away from direct sunlight, magnetic fields, and airborne contaminants.
What is the reliability rating of the Q2078ML cartridge?
The Q2078ML offers an uncorrected bit error rate (UBER) of 1 in 10¹⁹ bits, delivering enterprise-grade reliability for critical data.
Can I use the Q2078ML for long-term data backup?
Absolutely. With its high capacity, robust error correction, and 30-year archival rating, the Q2078ML is ideal for long-term data retention.
Does the Q2078ML support hardware encryption?
Yes. When used in an LTO-7 drive with built-in encryption, the Q2078ML supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption to secure sensitive data.
How many times can I rewrite data on this LTO-7 Type M cartridge?
The Q2078ML is rated for 2,500 load/unload cycles and provides over 1,000,000 tape passes, ensuring many rewrite operations over its service life.
What is the warranty period for the Q2078ML data cartridge?
The Q2078ML comes with a one-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects and performance issues under normal operating conditions.
How do I load and unload the Q2078ML cartridge in a tape drive?
Insert the cartridge label-side up into the drive slot until it clicks. To eject, press the drive’s eject button; the cartridge will automatically release.
Are replacement cases or labels available for the Q2078ML cartridge?
Yes. Replacement cases and adhesive labels matching Q2078ML specifications can be ordered separately through our accessories catalog.