The HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300 is a 3U rack enclosure that will hold two full-height array modules, four half-height array modules, or one full-height and two half-height modules. These offline hot-swap array modules allow you to replace drives without taking down the server, and the optional upgrade kit provides a redundant hot-swap fan and power supply for even greater availability. The Tape Array 5300 can be configured with four independent SCSI buses connected to four different servers or multiple drives can be daisy chained together through the same host bus adapter. The Tape Array 5300 supports DAT 24, DAT 40, DAT 72, DLT VS80, DLT 80, Ultrium 215, Ultrium 230, and Ultrium 460 tape drives, plus a DVD-ROM. The variety and interchangeability of array modules make the Tape Array 5300 a truly flexible solution for use in rack servers and high-availability environments.

• Holds up to four offline hot-swappable array modules on up to four independent SCSI buses


• Maximizes system uptime and performance with hot-swap drives and optional redundant components