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TK916AA Overview
TK916AA-HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU is an enterprise-grade software solution designed for IT management and storage tiering optimization. It falls under the Other category, delivering a robust solution that is compatible primarily with Windows environments for seamless integration with existing systems and infrastructures.
This product comes as an OEM-based, lifetime license aimed at enterprise use with unlimited user and device support. It is delivered as a digital key and activated via online activation, ensuring quick and secure setup, while its multilingual support and 64-bit architecture make it ideal for modern IT management across global organizations.
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TK916AA Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Other
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- Unlimited
- Device Count
- Unlimited
- Platform Compatibility
- Windows
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- Multilingual
- Bit Version
- 64-bit
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- TK916AA-HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
TK916AA Use Case
High-Frequency Trading Platform Optimizes Performance and Lowers TCO
A global trading firm implements TK916AA-HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU to automatically migrate hot market-data snapshots to NVMe tiers while archiving stale records on high-capacity HDDs. The result: 30% faster trade execution, simplified storage management, and a 40% reduction in overall storage TCO.
Media Archive Acceleration for Post-Production Workflows
A broadcast studio leverages TK916AA-HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU to dynamically tier multi-terabyte video assets—placing active edit files on high-IOPS SSD and offloading completed projects to cost-effective capacity tiers. This yields 50% faster file retrieval, seamless project handoffs, and 35% savings on long-term archive costs.
Healthcare PACS Improves Patient Care with Automated Data Placement
A hospital deploys TK916AA-HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU to ensure recent diagnostic images reside on ultra-low-latency flash, while older studies migrate to economical disk tiers. The outcome: guaranteed sub-second image access for clinicians, compliance with data-retention policies, and a 25% reduction in PACS storage spend.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| TK916AA |  TK920AE |  TK928A |  TK940AD |  TK941AB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Other | Other | Virtualization | Backup | Virtualization |
| License Type | OEM | Volume | Perpetual | Volume | Volume |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | N/A | 100+ Users |
| Device Count | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | N/A | Unlimited |
| Platform Compatibility | Windows | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | Web-Based | Windows |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | Multilingual | English | English | English | 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 | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | TK916AA-HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU | TK920AE-HPE XP7 Data Exchange Software LTU | TK928A-HPE XP7 Dynamic Link Manager Advanced for VMware Unlimited Server LTU | TK940AD-HPE XP7 FlashCopy Mirroring Software 1TB 251-500TB LTU | TK941AB-HPE XP7 FlashCopy Space Efficient Software 1TB 0-100TB LTU |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | N/A | No | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
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Kevin Walsh
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Data placement optimization works well.
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Hannes Vogel
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Minimal configuration required.
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Bilal Ahmed
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Performance gains were noticeable.
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George Fielding
4
Reliable tiering software.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU (SKU: TK916AA)?
The HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU (SKU: TK916AA) is a perpetual license that provides automated data tiering on HPE XP7 storage arrays to optimize performance and capacity utilization.
How does HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU enhance storage efficiency?
It continuously analyzes application I/O patterns and dynamically migrates hot data to high-performance tiers and cold data to lower-cost tiers, boosting efficiency without manual intervention.
What are the primary benefits of HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU?
Key benefits include optimized performance, reduced total cost of ownership, improved capacity utilization, and automated data placement across SSD, NVMe, and HDD tiers.
Which HPE storage arrays are compatible with Smart Tiers Software Base LTU?
Smart Tiers Software Base LTU is compatible with all HPE XP7 Gen3 and Gen4 arrays running XP OS 4.21 or later.
What are the system requirements for HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU?
You need an HPE XP7 array with XP OS 4.21+, the TK916AA license key, and sufficient tiered media (SSD, NVMe, HDD) installed in the array.
Is the HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU a perpetual license or subscription?
The TK916AA license is perpetual; optional Foundation Care support provides annual updates, patches, and 24×7 technical assistance.
How is HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU priced?
Pricing is capacity-based and varies by tier counts; contact your HPE sales representative or authorized reseller for a tailored quote.
How do I install HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU?
Log in to the HPE XP Management Console, enter your TK916AA license key, enable tiering services, and define your tiering policy—no array downtime required.
Does Smart Tiers require downtime for deployment?
No, Smart Tiers installs and activates online without interrupting I/O or requiring planned maintenance windows.
How does Smart Tiers manage data movement between tiers?
It leverages real-time analytics to identify hot and cold data sets, automatically migrating them to the optimal media tier based on performance requirements.
Can I upgrade from Smart Tiers Software Base to advanced tiering features?
Yes, you can purchase additional advanced-tier modules or capacity licenses and apply an upgrade key through the XP Management Console.
Is HPE XP7 Smart Tiers supported under HPE Care Pack services?
Yes, both Foundation Care and ProLiant Support Plus cover Smart Tiers, including software updates, patches, and 24×7 hardware and software support.
How do I renew support for the Smart Tiers license?
Renewal is handled through the HPE Support Center or your authorized HPE partner; renew before contract expiration to maintain access to updates and support.
Can I manage Smart Tiers through HPE OneView?
Yes, Smart Tiers integrates with HPE OneView, enabling centralized policy configuration, monitoring, and reporting across your HPE storage infrastructure.
Where can I purchase the HPE XP7 Smart Tiers Software Base LTU (TK916AA)?
You can buy the TK916AA license from HPE authorized resellers, through your HPE sales representative, or via the HPE online store.