The Spectra Object Storage Platform

Spectra BlackPearl Object Storage Disk delivers long-term disk-only storage that scales in capacity and performance with a very low total cost of ownership.  The spin-down disk technology of BlackPearl Object Storage Disk creates an on-premise private cloud with a Spectra S3 interface. Its spin-down disk technology powers down bands of storage when idle, minimizing disk degradation and extending the life of the disks by up to seven years. 

Simply and affordably preserves your data forever. Tape libraries powered by BlackPearl, are a modern object based storage solution that solves the problem of costly and complex approaches to digital preservation by better utilizing the modern digital tape storage technology. Designed for affordable, long-term storage, Spectra® BlackPearl® Object Storage Tape is a simple storage solution to preserve invaluable data for any retention period.

Spectra® BlackPearl® Converged Storage System solves the problem of costly and complex approaches to digital preservation by combining multiple standard interfaces and storage targets into a simple and affordable solution designed for diverse workflows. Leveraging BlackPearl’s multiple storage targets, organizations are able to balance the speed of access with the cost of storage to design an archive perfect for any organization.

Many users appreciate the convenience of moving data seamlessly to disk, tape and cloud storage. With BlackPearl’s simple RESTful Spectra S3 interface, users have the option of moving their data to the following cloud offerings:

BlackPearl Converged Storage System is an object storage solution that enables data lifecycle management, eliminating the need for expensive legacy middleware.  Designed for diverse workflows, it allows data to move seamlessly into disk, tape and cloud storage in a way not previously possible. To meet the demands of exponential data growth and long-term data retention, BlackPearl enables users to easily store large data sets economically and efficiently for as long as required.

Spectra TFinity ExaScale Tape Library delivers unsurpassed storage density packaged in the smallest footprint of any enterprise library on the market. Deployed by some of the most recognized organizations in the world, the Spectra TFinity provides maximum flexibility by allowing users to select the tape technology that best fits their business needs, including LTO, IBM’s TS11X0 and Oracle’s T10000x tape technology. With dual robotics for efficient operations, each Spectra TFinity provides customers with performance, reliability and the ultimate in data protection at a lower price point.

Spectra T950 Tape Library is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the enterprise for data integrity, data security and high reliability. The Spectra T950 provides maximum flexibility enabling users to choose the tape technology that works for their unique environment, whether LTO or IBM’s TS tape technology. Built to grow as requirements evolve, the T950 allows users to start with a single frame and seamlessly expand to eight frames for unsurpassed data protection.

 Value Storage without Compromise Based on the Spectra® T950 Tape Library, Spectra’s workhorse for medium capacity library applications, the T950v tape library is a redesign focused on increased value through significant cost reduction. By removing add-ons originally designed for high performance computing and multi-hundred petabyte data centers, the Spectra T950v Tape Library is an ideal fit for General IT and mid-level Media and Entertainment markets. We’ve also added new features such as support for lower cost, half height drives which can save customers tens of thousands of dollars per installation. The T950v provides all the same enterprise grade features, reliability and capacity but with a new entry level price point. The full 8-frame T950v can store up to 180PB of data or content (450PB compressed) and when fully populated with 120 tape drives, offers an impressive transfer rate of up to 172TB/hr. (432TB/hr. compressed) using LTO-9 tape technology.

The Spectra T950v provides maximum flexibility by allowing you to populate your library with LTO tape technology or IBM® TS11XX Enterprise Tape Technology, enabling you to choose the technology that is perfect for your business.

Built with maximum flexibility at its core, the Spectra Stack Tape Library meets backup, archive and perpetual storage requirements. Designed to be easily installed, expanded and managed, the Spectra Stack is rated at a 100% duty cycle – meaning it is one of the only stackable libraries built to perform in a 24/7 environment. Spectra Stack offers the ultimate in scalability, delivering affordable, expandable and secure data protection that grows as your organization grows.

Spectra makes tape pain-free through Spectra Certified Media. From manufacturer selection to packaging and customer shipment, every step of the Spectra Certified Media manufacturing process is designed to ensure you have the most reliable and automated tape storage available. No other supplier places as much emphasis on continual enhancements and features that simplify all aspects of the media management process.

Media quality is at the core of efficient, pain-free tape storage. All tape is not the same. Only the highest quality media available on the market becomes Spectra Certified Media. This ensures you have the most reliable and worry-free data protection possible.