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Q2R70A Overview
Q2R70A is a high-performance NAS storage system featuring 12 drive bays and support for a wide range of drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD in a mixed configuration. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB and supports advanced RAID levels such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 for optimal data protection and performance.
Q2R70A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes pre-installed with 16 GB of ECC DDR4 RAM, expandable up to 128 GB. It offers versatile connectivity with USB 3.2 and 10GbE ports, supports expansion, and features a redundant 750W power supply along with a redundant fan cooling system. This system is ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q2R70A Specifications
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- LAN Ports
- 2
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- Depth
- 28.0 inches
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- Max RAM Capacity
- 128 GB
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Product Name
- Q2R70A Storage Appliance
Q2R70A Use Case
Enterprise Backup & Disaster Recovery with Q2R70A-LTO-8 CUSTOM TERAPACK TAPES
In large financial services environments, IT teams deploy Q2R70A-LTO-8 CUSTOM TERAPACK TAPES PL CODE-7A PL-7A to execute nightly full backups and off-site replication. The LTO-8’s 12 TB native capacity and hardware-based AES-256 encryption ensure encrypted, high-density storage of critical ledgers and transaction logs. Outcome: robust disaster-recovery readiness, regulatory compliance with FISMA/SOX, and 60% lower long-term storage TCO compared with disk-only solutions.
High-Resolution Media Archiving in Post-Production Workflows
A global post-production house integrates Q2R70A-LTO-8 CUSTOM TERAPACK TAPES PL CODE-7A PL-7A for automated archiving of 4K/8K raw footage. TeraPack’s ruggedized shell and error-correcting code deliver reliable, bit-perfect storage across thousands of hours of video. Outcome: accelerated tape ingest via LTO-8 SAS drives, guaranteed data integrity for future editing, and up to 70% savings in cold-storage costs versus online SAN.
Tiered Data Center Storage Optimization
A hyperscale cloud provider employs Q2R70A-LTO-8 CUSTOM TERAPACK TAPES PL CODE-7A PL-7A in a hierarchical storage management (HSM) system to offload cold data from tier-1 disk arrays. Integrated with PL-7A barcode tracking and robotic autoloaders, the solution automates migration of inactive VMs and log archives. Outcome: 50% reduction in power/cooling expenditure, streamlined asset tracking with PL-CODE7A identifiers, and a payback period under 18 months.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q2R70A |  Q2007A |  Q2014A |  C7976W |  TC444A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | NAS | NAS | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 16-bay | 24-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 1 PB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 | 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 | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Active |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 350W | 750W | 350W | 750W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | QTS | 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 | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q2R70A Storage Appliance | Q2007A Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q2014A Enterprise NAS | C7976W SAN Appliance | TC444A High Performance SAN |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28.0 inches | 28 inches | 27.2 inches | 28.0 inches | 27.5 inches |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 25 lbs | 50 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Khadija Noor
4
Reliable performance across all cartridges.
E
Eduard Voss
5
High capacity media worked flawlessly.
U
Usaid Khan
5
Clear labeling helped operations.
M
Matthew Doyle
5
Strong choice for enterprise LTO-8.
Questions & Answers
What is the Q2R70A LTO-8 Custom TeraPack Tape?
The Q2R70A PL CODE-7A is an HPE-certified LTO-8 data backup cartridge in TerraPack packaging, offering enterprise-grade performance and protection.
What is the native and compressed capacity of PL CODE-7A tapes?
Each Q2R70A cartridge delivers 12 TB native capacity and up to 30 TB with hardware compression (2.5:1 ratio).
What data transfer speeds can I expect from LTO-8 Q2R70A tapes?
The Q2R70A achieves up to 360 MB/s native throughput and up to 900 MB/s with hardware compression.
Is Q2R70A compatible with LTO-7 and LTO-6 drives?
Yes. LTO-8 cartridges support read/write on LTO-7 drives and read-only on LTO-6 drives for seamless migration.
How many load/unload cycles does an LTO-8 tape support?
Each Q2R70A tape is rated for over 2,500 load/unload cycles under normal operating conditions.
Does the PL CODE-7A tape support WORM functionality?
Yes. Q2R70A offers hardware-enforced WORM (Write Once, Read Many) for compliance and secure archival.
What encryption standards are supported by Q2R70A tapes?
Q2R70A supports AES-256 hardware encryption to safeguard data at rest and meet regulatory requirements.
What is TerraPack custom packaging?
TerraPack is a moisture-resistant, recyclable packaging solution designed to protect cartridges during shipping and storage.
What is the archival life of LTO-8 Q2R70A tapes?
Under recommended storage conditions, Q2R70A cartridges offer up to 30 years of archival life.
What environmental conditions are recommended for storing Q2R70A tapes?
Store tapes at 15–25 °C and 20–50 % relative humidity, away from magnetic fields and direct sunlight.
How do I load a Q2R70A cartridge into an LTO-8 drive?
Simply align the cartridge door with the drive slot and insert gently; the drive’s mechanism will secure it automatically.
How many cartridges come in a standard Q2R70A pack?
Each standard pack contains one Q2R70A LTO-8 cartridge; volume and bulk packs are available on request.
Which compliance standards does Q2R70A meet?
Q2R70A complies with ISO/IEC 18562, RoHS, and UL certifications for safety and environmental standards.
What are the primary use cases for LTO-8 Custom TeraPack tapes?
Ideal for enterprise backups, long-term archiving, virtual machine images, big data, and disaster recovery.
Can I use Q2R70A tapes in automated tape libraries?
Yes. Q2R70A cartridges are fully compatible with robotic tape libraries and LTO-8 tape automation systems.
Where can I purchase Q2R70A LTO-8 Custom TeraPack tapes?
Available through authorized HPE resellers, online marketplaces, and HPE direct sales in single or bulk quantities.