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C0H27A Overview
C0H27A is a NAS storage system featuring 8 drive bays that support Mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, with a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 while being powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and pre-installed 16 GB RAM (expandable to 64 GB ECC DDR4).
C0H27A offers interfaces including USB 3.0, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel with network support via 2 LAN ports and expansion support for add-on modules. It is equipped with redundant fan cooling and a redundant 500W power supply, making it suitable for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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C0H27A Specifications
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Depth
- 27 inches
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- LAN Ports
- 2
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- Power Supply Wattage
- 500W
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Max Supported Capacity
- 512 TB
- USB Ports
- USB 3.0
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
- Surveillance Support
- Yes
- Product Name
- C0H27A Storage Appliance
C0H27A Use Case
Reduce Enterprise Backup Windows Using C0H27A-HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
An IT operations team in a global data center upgrades its MSL tape library from LTO-5 to the C0H27A-HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit to double throughput to 160 MB/s. The result: backup windows shrink from 8 hours to 4 hours, recovery time objectives (RTOs) improve by 50%, and nightly data protection completes within business hours.
Ensure Regulatory-Compliant Archiving for Financial Services with C0H27A-HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
A large financial institution implements the C0H27A-HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit to leverage up to 6.25 TB compressed per cartridge. By upgrading its MSL library, the bank meets SEC and FINRA retention mandates for seven years, reduces tape count by 50%, and lowers offsite storage costs—all while maintaining verifiable chain-of-custody and data integrity.
Streamline High-Volume Media Archiving with C0H27A-HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit
A post-production studio integrates the C0H27A-HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit into its MSL tape library to accelerate ingest of 4K video assets at sustained 160 MB/s rates. Editors experience faster archiving and retrieval, tape change-overs drop by 40%, and the studio achieves a 30% reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO) for long-term preservation.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C0H27A |  C0H28A |  Q2020A |  Q2046A |  C7982A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | NAS | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 256 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Active | Active | Active |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 750W | 350W | 750W | 350W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / SMB / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | C0H27A Storage Appliance | Premium SAN C0H28A Storage System | Q2020A Enterprise NAS | Q2046A Enterprise Storage System | C7982A All-In-One SAN Storage |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 4 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 27 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 25 inches |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 35 lbs | 15 lbs | 55 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Shumaila Tariq
4
Improved backup speeds noticeably.
G
Gert Van Rijn
5
No issues during deployment.
S
Salman Yousuf
4
Stable SAS connectivity.
A
Andrew Collins
5
Worthwhile upgrade for MSL libraries.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit (SKU: C0H27A)?
The HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit (C0H27A) is a factory-listed tape drive module that boosts your MSL tape library’s performance to LTO-6 specifications, delivering up to 6.25 TB native capacity and 625 MB/s transfer speeds per drive.
Which tape libraries are compatible with the HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive Upgrade Kit?
The C0H27A upgrade kit is compatible with HP MSL G3, MSL G4 and newer MSL tape libraries that support SAS connectivity and firmware revisions listed on HP’s compatibility matrix.
What are the native and compressed capacities of LTO-6 cartridges?
LTO-6 cartridges offer 2.5 TB native capacity and up to 6.25 TB compressed capacity (2.5:1 compression ratio) per tape, enabling high-density backup and archive storage.
What transfer rates does the HP MSL LTO-6 6250 SAS Drive deliver?
The upgraded drive sustains up to 625 MB/s native transfer rates and up to 1.5 GB/s with hardware compression, optimizing backup windows and minimizing tape wear.
How do I install the C0H27A upgrade kit in my MSL library?
To install, power down the library, remove the drive blank, slide in the C0H27A module, reconnect the SAS cable, update firmware to the latest version, and power on for automatic detection.
Does the HP MSL LTO-6 drive support hardware encryption?
Yes, when paired with HP’s Enterprise Secure Key Manager, the LTO-6 drive delivers AES-256 hardware-based encryption to protect data at rest without performance impact.
What SAS interface does the HP MSL LTO-6 drive use?
The C0H27A drive uses a dual-port 6 Gbps SAS interface for seamless integration with HP MSL libraries and host servers, providing high availability and failover capability.
Can I mix LTO-5 and LTO-6 drives in the same library?
Yes, HP MSL libraries support mixed LTO-5 and LTO-6 drives. Ensure firmware is current so the library controller can manage differing speed and capacity profiles.
What is the expected reliability of the HP MSL LTO-6 drive?
The HP MSL LTO-6 drive offers an MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 250,000 hours, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability for critical backup and archive operations.
Which operating systems are supported by the HP MSL LTO-6 drive?
The drive supports major operating systems including Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise, VMware ESXi, and major backup application platforms.
Is firmware included with the C0H27A upgrade kit?
Yes, the kit includes the latest drive firmware. HP recommends downloading the library firmware update from the HP Support website before installation for full compatibility.
What warranty and support are provided with the HP MSL LTO-6 upgrade kit?
The C0H27A kit includes a standard 3-year HP limited warranty and access to HP’s global support network, with optional extended support and service contracts available.
How does the HP MSL LTO-6 drive improve backup window performance?
With 625 MB/s native throughput and up to 1.5 GB/s compressed rates, the LTO-6 drive reduces backup windows by up to 50% compared to LTO-5, accelerating data protection jobs.
What environmental requirements apply to the HP MSL LTO-6 drive?
The drive operates between 5°C and 40°C with 20%–80% noncondensing humidity. Ensure proper airflow and standard rack mounting to maintain optimal performance.
How many LTO-6 drives can I install in a single MSL library?
Depending on the library model, you can install up to 8 LTO-6 drives in HP MSL G4 and later libraries, enabling massive parallelism for high-throughput backup environments.