| Product Type | LTO-9 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit |
| Form Factor | Internal drive module for MSL Tape Libraries |
| Compatible Library | HPE StoreEver MSL3040 and MSL6480 |
| Drive Technology | Linear Tape-Open (LTO-9) Ultrium |
| Compressed Capacity | up to 45 TB |
| Native Capacity | 18 TB |
| Compressed Data Transfer Rate | up to 1000 MB/s |
| Native Data Transfer Rate | up to 400 MB/s |
| Upgrade Compatibility | For use in existing MSL Tape Libraries |
| Power Requirements | 12V DC, supplied through tape library |
HPE MSL LTO-9 45000 FC Drive Upgrade Kit, Fibre Channel (R6Q74A)

Key Benefits
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- Enables seamless upgrade to LTO-9 technology, extending the lifespan of existing MSL tape libraries.
- Fibre Channel connectivity ensures enterprise-grade data throughput and integration.
- TAA compliance and European manufacturing enhance suitability for compliance-driven environments.
Product Overview
The HPE MSL LTO-9 45000 FC Drive Upgrade Kit (R6Q74A) adds LTO-9 performance to existing HPE StoreEver MSL libraries, enabling high-capacity and high-speed data archiving through a Fibre Channel interface. Built for enterprise and regulated environments, this TAA-compliant upgrade is a cost-effective path to modernizing your long-term digital storage infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Mounting Type | Modular slot-in for tape library |
| Operating Temperature | 41°F to 113°F (5°C to 45°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F to 151°F (-40°C to 66°C) |
| Operating Humidity Range | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
| Non-Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Shock (Operating) | 30 G (11 ms half sine wave) |
| Shock (Non-operating) | 220 G (2 ms half sine wave) |
| Altitude (Operating) | Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Interface | Via HPE StoreEver Command View for Tape Libraries |
| Remote Monitoring Support | Yes (through library’s management interface) |
| Licensing Requirements | No additional license required for upgrade |
| Firmware Update Capability | Upgradable via library interface |
| Encryption Key Management | Yes, via library and HPE Secure Manager |
Interfaces
| Interface Type | Fibre Channel |
| Fibre Channel Speed | 8 Gb/s |
| Fibre Channel Ports | Dual-port |
| Connectivity | Host-connected through library backplane |
| Backward Compatibility | Reads/writes LTO-9, reads LTO-8 |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Czechia |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| WEEE Compliance | Yes |
| Product Certifications | CE, UL, cTUVus, FCC |
| REACH Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
| Data Encryption | AES 256-bit hardware encryption |
| Write Once Read Many (WORM) | Yes |
| Secure Erase | Supported via tape drive commands |
| Tamper Evidence | Yes, through LTO security features |
| Access Control | Managed via library authentication protocols |