Name: R6Q75A HPE 18TB/45TB StoreEver MSL LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
Brand: HPE
SKU: R6Q75A
Price: 3900.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE R6Q75A StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium drive upgrade kit enhances existing StoreEver MSL tape libraries by adding higher capacity and faster SAS connectivity. It fits smoothly into data backup and archival setups, providing dependable, high-volume storage for industries that need secure, long-term data retention.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	R6Q75A

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium (magnetic tape cartridge)
Capacity Compressed	45 TB (2.5:1)
Capacity Native	18 TB
Recording Format	LTO-9 Ultrium
Backward Compatibility	Read: LTO-8, LTO-7; Write: LTO-8
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus

Product Description
This upgrade kit allows users to enhance their HPE StoreEver MSL tape libraries with an LTO-9 Ultrium drive, boosting storage capacity and performance. It is built for data centers and enterprises requiring long-term data archiving and backup solutions. Often found in environments with large data volumes such as media production, healthcare, and financial services, it provides reliable and scalable storage options that fit into existing SAS-based infrastructure. Key Features High-capacity tape storage up to 18TB native and 45TB compressed Fast SAS connectivity for efficient data backups and restores Designed for straightforward upgrade in HPE StoreEver MSL libraries Robust data protection suitable for long-term archival needs Compatible with existing tape management software and workflows This upgrade is typically deployed in enterprise environments where data integrity and scalability are critical. It helps organizations maintain a cost-effective archive with reliable access to large datasets over extended periods.

Use Cases
The HPE R6Q75A LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit is typically deployed in enterprise IT environments that require robust, scalable tape-based backup and archival solutions. It is especially suited for organizations managing large datasets that demand reliable long-term storage with efficient data transfer rates, such as data centers and storage clusters. How It's Used: Upgrading existing HPE StoreEver MSL tape libraries in data centers to support increased capacity and faster SAS connectivity for high-throughput backup workflows. Integrating into virtualization environments where large volumes of virtual machine snapshots and backups require secure, long-term retention off primary storage. Supporting regulatory compliance and archival needs in financial institutions by providing scalable, durable tape storage for sensitive transaction records. Enhancing media and entertainment production facilities' data protection strategies by enabling high-capacity tape backups of large video files and project archives. Deploying in remote or branch office setups with limited on-site storage capacity, leveraging tape library upgrades for centralized backup consolidation. This upgrade kit enables organizations to maintain operational efficiency by extending the lifecycle of their tape libraries with higher capacity drives and improved data throughput. It facilitates scalable data growth management and ensures performance consistency in demanding backup and archival workloads.