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Q8K97A Overview
Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU is a specialized backup software solution designed to ensure robust data protection and seamless failover in enterprise and IT management environments. Built to integrate with critical backup systems, this OEM-licensed software comes with a lifetime license that supports unlimited users and devices, making it ideal for use cases in SMBs, large enterprises, and IT administration alike.
The solution is delivered via email delivery as a digital key and utilizes online activation to streamline deployment across cross-platform environments including Windows and Linux. Engineered for mission-critical operations, the Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU ensures reliable data failover, meeting the rigorous demands of backup and data recovery operations in diverse deployment scenarios.
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Q8K97A Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Backup
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- Unlimited
- Device Count
- Unlimited
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Delivery Method
- Email Delivery
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- Multilingual
- Bit Version
- 64-bit
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- N/A
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
Q8K97A Use Case
Automated Disaster Recovery for Global Financial Institutions
In a multinational banking environment, IT teams deploy the Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU to replicate mission-critical tape libraries between primary and secondary data centers. This solution delivers automated failover workflows with near-zero RPO and sub-4-hour RTO, ensuring continuous compliance with financial regulations and uninterrupted transaction processing.
HIPAA-Compliant Archival and Rapid Recovery in Healthcare
A large hospital network uses the Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU to create redundant, secure archives of electronic health records across two data vaults. The automated failover mechanism guarantees tamper-proof, auditable backups with >99.9% data availability, streamlining HIPAA audit readiness and reducing manual recovery tasks by 80%.
High-Throughput Media Production Failover in Hybrid Cloud
A global media studio integrates the Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU with on-premise and cloud archives to replicate 1PB of raw footage at sustained 400 MB/s per drive throughput. This hybrid failover strategy eliminates production bottlenecks, safeguards content during peak workloads, and ensures uninterrupted editing pipelines with a 15% reduction in operational costs.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8K97A |  BB886A |  BB884A |  BB951A |  Q8K98AAE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | N/A | Software License |
| Software Category | Backup | Backup | Backup | Backup | Security |
| License Type | OEM | Volume | OEM | OEM | Perpetual |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | N/A | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | N/A | Unlimited |
| Device Count | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 Device | Unlimited |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | Web-Based | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Physical Media | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Not Required | Online Activation |
| Language Support | Multilingual | English | English | N/A | English |
| Bit Version | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | N/A | 64-bit |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes |
| Product Name | Q8K97A-HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU | BB886A-HP StoreOnce 4700 Replication LTU | BB884A-HP StoreOnce 2700 Replication LTU | BB951A-HPE StoreOnce 8Gb Fibre Channel Card LTU | Q8K98AAE-HPE MSL3040 KMIP KEY MANAGER E-LTU PL-C3 |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | No | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ISO 27001 |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nazia Pervez
5
Activated cleanly with no downtime.
E
Erik Sundberg
4
Improved confidence in backup continuity.
Z
Zubair Anjum
5
Works reliably as designed.
I
Ian Robertson
5
Important feature for high availability libraries.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU (Q8K97A)?
The HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU (Q8K97A) is an optional software license enabling automatic drive failover for LTO-6 tape drives within an HPE MSL3040 library.
What are the key benefits of the Data Failover LTU for MSL3040?
With this LTU, in the event of an LTO-6 drive failure, tape jobs automatically switch to an alternate LTO-6 drive, reducing downtime and administrative overhead.
Which tape drives are supported by the HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover LTU?
The license supports all half-height HPE LTO-6 Ultrium tape drives installed in the MSL3040 library running firmware version 3.x or later.
How do I install the HPE MSL3040 LTO-6 Data Failover license?
Purchase the Q8K97A license entitlement from HPE, download the license file from the HPE Passport portal, and apply it via the MSL3040 web interface or TapeAssure CLI.
How do I activate the Data Failover LTU after installation?
Activate the license by entering the entitlement key in the MSL3040 Library Status → LTU Licenses menu or via the TapeAssure license import command.
Does the Data Failover LTU support mixed-generation drives?
The Data Failover LTU requires homogeneous LTO-6 drives; it does not support failover between different Ultrium generations.
Can I use the Data Failover LTU with existing MSL3040 configurations?
Yes. You can apply the Q8K97A license to an existing MSL3040 configuration; no hardware changes are required.
What is the difference between native failover and the Data Failover license?
Native failover offers basic drive redundancy, while the Data Failover license adds automated switchover and job restart capabilities specifically for LTO-6 drives.
How does the Data Failover LTU improve data protection?
By automatically rerouting tape jobs to a working LTO-6 drive, the LTU minimizes job failures and preserves data integrity during hardware faults.
Is the Q8K97A license perpetual or time-limited?
The Q8K97A license is perpetual; once activated, it remains valid for the lifetime of the supported tape drives.
How do I purchase or upgrade the Data Failover LTU?
Contact your authorized HPE reseller or the HPE eShop to purchase or upgrade the Data Failover LTU using SKU Q8K97A.
Where can I find the license key for SKU Q8K97A?
After ordering, you can retrieve your license key from the HPE Passport Software Licensing portal under “Entitlements.”
Is HPE support included for the Data Failover LTU?
HPE support for software licensing issues is included with your existing HPE support contract; open a case via HPE Support Center.
Can I transfer the Data Failover license to another MSL3040 library?
You may transfer the Q8K97A license once between MSL3040 libraries by deactivating it on the original library and reapplying it to the new system.
What are the firmware requirements for the LTO-6 Data Failover license?
Ensure your MSL3040 library firmware is at least version 3.30 and the installed LTO-6 drives are at firmware revision 6.0 or higher.
How do I troubleshoot activation or failover errors?
Verify firmware compatibility, review the MSL3040 event log, and consult the HPE Storage Library user guide or open an HPE support ticket.