Dell PowerVault 124T 2U Rackmount Tape Autoloader Ultra320 SCSI - Powers On / Tested

📋 Item Specifics

• Condition: Used (Good cosmetic condition. Powers on, fans spin, and the unit cleanly cycles through the initialization process to show a "System Ready" screen. The magazine/drive eject function works perfectly. Untested further as I do not have a tape).
• Brand: Dell
• Model: PowerVault 124T
• Service Tag: 1LH02C1
• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount
• Interface Type: Ultra320 SCSI (Dual VHDCI 68-Pin) & Ethernet RJ-45
• Media Slots: 16 Slots (2x 8-Slot Magazines)
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Singapore

📝 Product Description

Up for sale is a genuine Dell PowerVault 124T 2U Rackmount Tape Autoloader (Service Tag: 1LH02C1). This enterprise-grade automated backup solution is designed to maximize storage density in data center environments, holding up to 16 tape cartridges within a compact 2U form factor.

This unit is in good pre-owned cosmetic condition, showing typical surface scuffs on the outer metal chassis from server rack integration. It has been basic power tested right up to operational readiness. As documented in the listing photos, the LCD screen lights up crisply, moves smoothly through the "Initializing, Please Wait..." cycle (IMG_7661.jpg), and achieves a green "System Ready" status (IMG_7662.jpg). When no tapes are loaded, it accurately throws a "No Source Tape" notice (IMG_7663.jpg).

⚙️ Key Product Features

• Successful Bench Power Test: The unit powers on instantly via the rear main toggle switch, internal cooling fans spin up smoothly, and the logic board initializes cleanly to a "System Ready" state with active, bright LCD matrix text.
• Mechanical Eject Working: The front control magazine tray eject function triggers and operates exactly as it should.
• Ultra320 SCSI Interface: Features dual VHDCI 68-pin high-density SCSI ports alongside an integrated RJ-45 Ethernet interface for remote hardware monitoring (shown in IMG_7659.jpg).
• High-Density Storage: Features dual magazine banks capable of managing up to 16 media tapes for high-volume automated data archiving.
• Rackmount Ears / Brackets Included: Comes fitted with side metal mounting rails as pictured in IMG_7660.jpg.

⚠️ Testing Disclaimer

Please note: Because I do not currently have a compatible tape cartridge on hand, this unit cannot be fully tested for tape read/write data operations or full cycle tracking. It is sold as described based on its successful electrical, fan, and system initialization tests.

📦 What is Included in the Sale

• 1 x Dell PowerVault 124T 2U Tape Autoloader Unit
• 2 x Fitted Side Chassis Mounting Brackets (Pre-attached)

Note: Power cable, data interface cables, software licenses, and tape media are not included in this listing.

🚚 Shipping & Delivery

Due to the weight and precise mechanical nature of enterprise tape loaders, this unit will be securely wrapped in dense anti-static materials and packed within a heavy-duty, reinforced double-walled cardboard shipping container. Dispatched via a fully tracked courier service with signature required on delivery.