Detailed Specifications
HPE Q6Q67A StoreEver MSL LTO-8 FC Drive Upgrade Kit
Overview
The HPE Q6Q67A is a half-height LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 tape drive upgrade module, designed for HPE StoreEver MSL tape libraries. It uses an 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel interface to integrate into enterprise backup and archiving environments. This drive supports high-capacity data storage with native cartridges and compression, making it suitable for long-term archival and high-throughput backup tasks. It is compatible with a range of MSL libraries and offers AES-256 encryption for secure data handling.
Key Features
LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 generation drive
8 Gb/s Fibre Channel host interface
12 TB native / up to 30 TB compressed capacity
AES-256 hardware encryption support
Half-height form factor for MSL tape libraries
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | Q6Q67A |
| Product Type | Tape drive upgrade kit |
| Drive Generation | LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 |
| Native Cartridge Capacity | 12 TB |
| Compressed Cartridge Capacity | Up to 30 TB |
| Interface | 8 Gb Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor | 5.25″ half-height |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | ~300 MB/s |
| Compression Ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Encryption | AES-256 hardware |
| Compatibility | MSL2024, MSL3040, MSL4048, MSL6480 libraries |
| Weight | ~6.75 lb |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | ~6.89″ × 13.19″ × 14.76″ |
| Operating Environment | Typical tape library temperature range |
| Warranty | Standard HPE limited warranty |