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3-Year Extended Warranty
Extended protection, enterprise-grade.
All enterprise hardware is backed by a 3-year warranty — triple the industry standard — covering defects under normal use.
Professional repairs & replacements.
If a hardware issue is confirmed, we’ll repair or replace the unit. Replacement parts carry either original or 3-month coverage.
RMA process, simplified.
Once an RMA is approved, return the defective unit within 10 days. We handle the rest — no service gaps.
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In some regions, return-to-factory or remote service may apply. On-site service depends on infrastructure availability.
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Covered for any early faults.
All equipment includes a 30-day replacement warranty. If something goes wrong, we’ll repair or swap it — fast.
Replacements shipped in 10 days or less.
Once your return is inspected and approved, we dispatch the replacement promptly to keep your operations moving.
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Just ensure all accessories and original packaging are intact — we’ll take care of the technical validation.
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Q2078WL Overview
Q2078WL is a high-performance SAN storage system featuring a 16-bay design that supports a wide range of drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, delivering a total storage capacity of 256 TB with robust RAID options such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. Powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, it comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory (upgradeable to 64 GB), and offers high-speed connectivity via USB 3.2, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel interfaces.
The Q2078WL also includes expansion support along with hot-swap drive bays, redundant power supplies (500W) and a redundant fan cooling system to ensure maximum uptime and reliability. This enterprise-grade solution is ideally suited for a variety of use cases including SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server deployments.
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Q2078WL 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 | 256 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| 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 | 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 | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q2078WL Enterprise SAN Storage System |
| Height | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs |
Q2078WL Use Case
Regulatory-Compliant Data Archival for Financial Services
In a multinational bank, IT teams deploy Q2078WL-LTO-8 ULTRIUM 30 TB WORM 20 CART CUSTOM LABELED WITH CASE PL-7A to archive transaction logs, audit trails and client records. The WORM protection and tamper-evident custom labels ensure SEC, FINRA and GDPR compliance, streamline audit-readiness and eliminate the risk of data alteration—delivering unbreakable chain-of-custody and reduced legal exposure.
HIPAA-Grade Medical Imaging and EMR Retention
A regional healthcare network uses Q2078WL-LTO-8 ULTRIUM 30 TB WORM 20 CART CUSTOM LABELED WITH CASE PL-7A to offload electronic medical records and diagnostic images into an offsite vault. WORM-protected capacity and customized labeling guarantee immutability, simplify indexed retrieval and meet HIPAA long-term retention mandates—cutting on-prem storage costs by 40% while securing patient data integrity.
Long-Term Media Asset Preservation for Post-Production
A film post-production studio employs Q2078WL-LTO-8 ULTRIUM 30 TB WORM 20 CART CUSTOM LABELED WITH CASE PL-7A to archive raw footage, VFX layers and final masters. Custom case PL-7A labeling accelerates cartridge identification across 20 slots; WORM safeguards against accidental overwrites. The result is a scalable 600 TB offline archive that ensures asset authenticity, lowers storage TCO and enables rapid project restarts.
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Product Comparison Table
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| Bay Count | 16-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 24-bay |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 8 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 18 inches | 28 inches | 27.5 inches |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 256 TB | 1 PB |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 750W | 500W | 500W | 500W |
| Product Name | C7973AL High Performance Storage Array | AK383B Storage Server | C7972A Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q2078WL Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q2078A Enterprise SAN Storage |
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| RAID Support | 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 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | NAS | SAN | SAN |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 25 lbs | 45 lbs | 55 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
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Questions & Answers
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What is the Q2078WL LTO-8 Ultrium 30 TB WORM cartridge kit?
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The Q2078WL kit includes 20 LTO-8 Ultrium WORM cartridges with 30 TB compressed capacity, custom labels, and a protective PL-7A carrying case for secure, long-term data archiving.
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What does WORM technology mean?
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WORM (Write Once, Read Many) technology ensures that data written to each cartridge cannot be altered or erased, providing tamper-proof archival compliance.
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How much native and compressed data can one cartridge store?
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Each LTO-8 WORM cartridge holds up to 12 TB native and up to 30 TB with 2.5:1 hardware compression.
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Are Q2078WL cartridges compatible with standard LTO-8 drives?
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Yes. These WORM cartridges are fully compatible with any LTO-8 Ultrium drive that supports the WORM format.
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What are the benefits of custom labeling?
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Custom labeling simplifies inventory management, speeds up data retrieval and ensures accurate identification across your archive.
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What is the function of the PL-7A case?
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The PL-7A case provides shock-resistant protection, dust sealing and organized storage for up to 20 cartridges in one compact unit.
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How reliable are these cartridges for long-term archiving?
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LTO-8 WORM cartridges offer a shelf life of up to 30 years, with robust media integrity for consistent, error-free reads over time.
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What operating conditions do these cartridges support?
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They operate between 10 °C and 45 °C and can be stored safely from –40 °C to 65 °C with 20–80 % non-condensing humidity.
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Can I overwrite or delete data on a WORM cartridge?
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No. Once data is written, it cannot be modified or deleted, ensuring permanent, unalterable records.
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Is the Q2078WL kit compliant with industry regulations?
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Yes. These cartridges meet GDPR, HIPAA, SEC Rule 17a-4(f) and other regulatory mandates for immutable data storage.
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What is the sustained data transfer rate?
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The sustained native transfer rate is up to 360 MB/s, ensuring high-speed backups and restores.
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How do I load and unload a cartridge in the drive?
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Open the drive’s front bezel, insert the cartridge until it clicks, then close the bezel. Reverse the process to eject.
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Can these cartridges be used for both backups and archives?
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Yes. Their high capacity and WORM protection make them ideal for frequent backups and long-term, unalterable archiving.
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What anti-static measures are built in?
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Each cartridge housing is made from anti-static materials and includes a sealed shutter to prevent dust and static damage.
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How do I track individual cartridge usage?
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Use the custom label area to track barcodes, dates and contents, and integrate with your tape library management software.
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What support is available after purchase?
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We provide 24/7 technical support, warranty coverage and online resources for setup, troubleshooting and best-practice archiving.
