Tape Library - Spectra Cube
Geyser utilizes the cloud-enabled tape library Spectra Cube™, Spectra Certified LTO-9 and LTO-10 media, and Spectra BlackPearl® S3-compatible object storage to establish an object-based tape infrastructure that seamlessly integrates with any Amazon S3 or Amazon S3 Glacier application.
Cloud Tape Library: Effortless, Secure Data Storage Without Hardware Headaches
Dedicated Tapes Just for You - Private, Secure, and Fully Managed
Your data is stored on exclusive, dedicated tapes, ensuring privacy, security, and reliability—all fully managed by Geyser, with no hardware to buy, maintain, or replace.
End-to-End Encryption – Maximum Security for Your Data
Your data is fully encrypted at rest and in transit, ensuring secure access, compliance, and peace of mind—without any additional management or configuration required.
S3 Glacier API Access – Seamless Integration with Existing Workflows
Easily connect to Geyser Data using S3 Glacier-compatible APIs, allowing for hassle-free data retrieval without changing your existing backup, archive, or storage processes.
With Geyser’s Cold Data Cloud, you get secure, reliable archiving—without the cost and complexity of managing hardware.
We handle everything behind the scenes, delivering dedicated, always-accessible, and fully protected storage for your most valuable data.
More Benefits to Power Your Storage
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Easy Web Access – Browse, upload, and download files effortlessly with a simple, intuitive interface.
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End-to-End Encryption – Secure your data with full encryption at rest and in transit.
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CO₂ Savings Tracking – Monitor your environmental impact with energy-efficient tape storage.
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Predictable Monthly Billing – No surprise costs—just simple, affordable pricing.
With Geyser Data, you get the durability and cost-efficiency of cold storage—without the burden of managing infrastructure.
Our Cold Data Cloud makes long-term archiving simple, scalable, and stress-free.
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Max Slot Count | Media Type
| 1670 |
Max Native Capacity1 | 30PB |
Max Compressed Capacity1, 2 | 75PB |
Max Drives | 30 Half Height | 16 Full Height |
Max Native Throughput1 (TB/hr.) | 32.4 Half Height | 23.0 Full Height |
Max Compressed Throughput1 (TB/hr.) | 81.0 Half Height | 51.8 Full Height |
Max SLS Partitions | 16 |
Tape Drives Supported | LTO |
Dual Robotics | No |
footnotes: 1. Stated maximums based on exclusive use of LTO-9 drives.
2. LTO-9 assumed compression ratio is 2.5:1. |
Capacity & Throughput
Mode | Dry-bulb Temperature | Max Temperature Rate of Change | Relative Humidity (non-condensing) | Max Humidity Rate of Change | Altitude (max Allowable) |
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Allowable Environment | 16°C to 32°C (60°F to 90°F) | 5°C per hour | 9°F per hour | 20% to 80% | 22°C dew point max | 5% per hour with no condensation | 3048 m (10,000 ft) |
Recommended
Environment | 16°C to 25°C (60°F to 77°F) | 5°C per hour | 9°F per hour | 20% to 80% | 22°C dew point max | 5% per hour with no condensation | 3048 m (10,000 ft) |
Environmentals
Why Spectra Logic
Geyser Data is built on enterprise-grade tape infrastructure from Spectra Logic — a global leader in data management and long-term storage systems. Spectra’s technology provides the physical storage foundation for Geyser’s Cold Data Bucket, combining proven durability with massive scalability.
While Spectra Logic delivers the underlying tape library systems, Geyser transforms that infrastructure into a modern cloud service — fully managed, S3-compatible, and simple to use. You get the benefits of ultra-durable, air-gapped storage without the complexity of managing tape yourself.
Spectra’s reputation for reliability across industries such as high-performance computing, media, and research ensures your data is archived securely—and built to last for decades.
Spectra Cube Specifications
Library MTTR | Less than 5 minutes for Field Replaceable Units (FRU) |
Mean Cycles Between Failures (MCBF): Over 2 million
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Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 250,000 power-on hours
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Power Requirements | Maximum configuration with 16 LTO Drive; 1,186 Watts AC at 200-240v AC
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Redundant N+1 Power / 85 PLUS Gold Power Supplies
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Heat Dissipation: 4,047 BTU/hr. (max operating, same configuration) |
Reliability
Encryption Supported | BlueScale Standard | BlueScale Professional | Spectra SKLM | Key Management Interoperability Protocol (KMIP) |
Spectra TeraPack tape magazine | Yes, each TeraPack magazine holds ten LTO tapes to efficiently import and manage tape media as well as reduce cycle and tape mount times. |
Queued Ejects Support | Yes |
Auto Clean Support | Yes |
Tape Technology Supported | LTO-9 | LTO-8 | LTO-7 | LTO-6 |
Library Features
The Spectra Cube library epitomizes the essence of being enterprise-class. It is constructed based on the knowledge and experience gained from over 10,000 installations. In addition, it incorporates LumOS library management software and Field-proven robotics featuring the High-Performance Transporter (HPT).
Enterprise-
Class
The library provides a comprehensive system for managing and monitoring various aspects, such as Media Lifecycle Management (MLM), Drive Lifecycle Management (DLM), and Library Lifecycle Management (LLM). This ensures that your data is safeguarded and accessible whenever you require it.
Management & Monitoring
Rest assured that your data will be securely stored on Spectra Certified Media, adhering to the highest quality standards. Each cartridge undergoes a thorough cleaning, testing, and verification process before being used, ensuring its reliability. Additionally, Spectra Certified Media comes with a Lifetime guarantee, offering you peace of mind.