HPE R6Q74A StoreEver MSL LTO‑9 FC Drive Upgrade Kit
Overview
The HPE R6Q74A is a half‑height LTO‑9 Ultrium 45000 Fibre‑Channel tape drive meant for upgrading HPE StoreEver MSL tape libraries. It supports 18 TB of native capacity (45 TB compressed) per cartridge, offering high-density, long-term storage for archival or backup tasks. The drive uses a Fibre‑Channel interface for fast, reliable integration into SAN‑based infrastructures. It’s compatible with multiple MSL libraries, and its modular design integrates seamlessly with existing tape automation setups.
Key Features
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LTO‑9 Ultrium 45000 generation for maximum capacity
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18 TB native / 45 TB compressed cartridge support
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8 Gb/s Fibre‑Channel host interface
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Half‑height drive form factor for MSL libraries
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Linear serpentine recording method


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