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Qualstar Teraloader Tape Libraries


Up to 20.8 TB in only 5U

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TeraLoader sets new standards for capacity, cost and value in compact rack mountable autoloaders. Based on Qualstar’s proven RLS design, TeraLoader delivers a complete hardware solution to protect your data.

YOU chose the right tape technology for YOUR unique requirements:

  • 2.4 TB to 6.2 TB* with AIT-3 or AIT-4
  • 3.2 TB to 6.4 TB* with LTO 2 or LTO 3
  • 8 TB to 20.8 TB* with SAIT


Technical Specifications Table
 RLS-4124RLS-5116RLS-8116
Drive TypeAIT-3AIT-4SAITLTO-2LTO-3
Number of Tapes241616
Native Capacity (TB)2.44.88.03.26.4
Compressed Capacity* (TB)6.212.420.86.412.8
Max. Native Data Rate (GB/hr)43.286.4108129.6288
Max. Compressed
Data Rate (GB/hr)
112.3224.6280259.2576
Avg. Exchange Time15 seconds
Time to Scan Barcodes30 seconds
Barcode ReaderOptional
Height5U: 8.75 in / 22.2 cm
Width16.6 in / 42.2 cm
Depth32.0 / 81.336.8 / 93.532.0 / 81.3
Net Weight (lbs/kg)65 / 30104 / 47115 / 53
Power Consumption (watts)93100105
* Using typical compression ratios


TeraLoader Datasheets

TeraLoader for AIT Datasheet (208k PDF)

Teraloader for SAIT Datasheet (204k PDF)

TeraLoader for LTO Datasheet (204k PDF)

AIT and SAIT include WORM (Write Once, Read Many) Tape support for archival and regulatory compliance storage.Q-Link, Qualstar’s remote library manager is built into each TeraLoader. Q-Link enables administrators monitor and control the TeraLoader from across the campus via an intranet, or from across the country through the Internet. A simple IP connection handles the communication with Q-Link’s built-in web server, eliminating the need for any software installation. Q-Link will even send policy-based e-mail notices to confirm operations or give event alerts.TeraLoader tapes are mounted in compact, removable magazines equipped with spacer dust covers for easy handling and offsite storage for disaster protection. Each unit is shipped with rack mount slides. A barcode reader is optional.Simply Reliable by design, TeraLoader’s RLS heritage is reflected in its industry-leading reliability specification: over 2,000,000 MEBF (mean exchanges between failures) and its Three Year Advance Replacement Warranty.
Simply Reliable:

  • Over 2,000,000 MEBF
  • All brushless DC motors
  • 3 Year Advanced Exchange Warranty
  • Self-calibrating digital servo control system
  • Auto-aligning. No mechanical or electrical adjustments

Best Value:

  • Q-Link browser-based remote library manager built-in
  • Rugged rack mount slides included
  • Ultra2 LVD SCSI interface
  • Barcode reader option