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TK985AA
HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU
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TK985AA-HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU is an enterprise-grade IT management solution designed specifically for tiered storage management. Built to integrate with HPE’s XP7 storage systems, this software delivers robust storage administration and automation capabilities, ensuring efficient data tiering and optimized performance across environments.
TK985AA-HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU is available as a volume license with a lifetime duration, primarily targeting enterprise use cases for IT administrators. Delivered via a digital key and activated online, it is compatible with Windows, supports 64-bit architecture, and includes vendor support, making it ideally suited for mission-critical storage environments.
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In a multinational manufacturing company operating HPE XP7 arrays, TK985AA-HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU enforces business-defined policies to migrate cold archival data onto high-capacity disk tiers and keep active datasets on flash. This automated tiering reduces overall storage spend by up to 30%, eliminates manual data-placement overhead, and delivers predictable TCO savings without compromising performance SLAs.
A global financial services firm running real-time transaction processing on HPE XP7 hardware leverages TK985AA-HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU to continuously monitor I/O patterns and rebalance hot data onto NVMe flash tiers. The result is sub-millisecond latency across peak trading hours, 99.999% availability, and simplified compliance reporting—ensuring regulatory SLAs and accelerating time-to-market for new financial products.
An enterprise IT group supporting 5,000 VDI users uses TK985AA-HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU to automatically elevate frequently accessed user profiles and application files to high-performance SSD tiers during boot storms and office hours. This dynamic tier allocation shortens login times by 40%, reduces storage footprint by 25%, and scales seamlessly as user counts grow—providing a responsive desktop experience while controlling storage expenditure.
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| TK985AA |  TK965AD |  TK938AD |  871148-B21 |  TK956AB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Other | Virtualization | Backup | Operating System | Backup |
| License Type | Volume | Volume | Volume | OEM | Perpetual |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | N/A |
| Device Count | N/A | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 Device | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | Windows | Windows / Linux | Cross-Platform | Windows | Windows / Linux |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | Multilingual | English | English | Multilingual |
| Bit Version | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | Azure | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | TK985AA-HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU | TK965AD-HPE XP7 Three Data Center High Availability Suite 1TB 251-500TB LTU | TK938AD-HPE XP7 Extended Remote Copy Software 1TB 251-500TB LTU | 871148-B21-MS WS16 (16-Core) Std ROK en SW : ProLiant Server - MS Windows OS | TK956AB-HPE XP7 Business Continuity Mgr Continuous Access Journal 4x4 Ext Consistency Group 1TB 0-100TB LTU |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | No | N/A | N/A | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Tiered Storage Manager automated data placement effectively. Performance improved while keeping costs controlled.
Smooth implementation with immediate benefits across mixed workloads.
Reliable base license that scales well.
Reduced manual storage management effort.
Solid foundation for enterprise tiering strategies.
HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager Software Base LTU (TK985AA) is a perpetual license enabling automated data tiering and workload management for HPE XP7 storage arrays.
HPE XP7 Tiered Storage Manager is compatible with HPE XP7 disk arrays, including VMR, SRAM, and flash-based configurations.
It continuously monitors I/O patterns and migrates hot data to high-performance tiers while moving cold data to lower-cost tiers, optimizing response times.
Key features include automated tiering policies, real-time workload analysis, non-disruptive data migration, and integration with HPE OneView and HPE InfoSight.
Purchase SKU TK985AA as a one-time LTU license per array, then apply the activation key in HPE XP7 Device Manager under the Software Licenses menu.
Yes, you need HPE XP7 firmware 8.1 or higher, a supported HPE server for management software, and network connectivity for remote monitoring.
Download the LTU from HPE Support Center, upload it to the XP7 array via SMU, then activate the license key and restart the array controller.
Yes, you can define custom policies based on I/O thresholds, service-level objectives, time-of-day rules, and application type.
The software analyzes access frequency and moves blocks between tiers in real time to maintain optimal performance and cost efficiency.
Use the XP7 Storage Manager web GUI or CLI to view real-time analytics, tier usage charts, and policy compliance reports.
Yes, it integrates with HPE OneView, HPE InfoSight, and HPE 3PAR for unified management and advanced analytics.
By moving infrequently accessed data to lower-cost media, it maximizes high-speed tier utilization and lowers overall expenditure.
Yes, you can upgrade in place by applying the latest LTU package through the SMU after backing up your current configuration.
HPE offers global support through Foundation Care or Datacenter Care contracts, including software updates, patches, and technical assistance.
Access the HPE Support Center and search for SKU TK985AA to download installation guides, release notes, and best-practice whitepapers.
Contact your HPE sales representative to request a temporary evaluation license for up to 30 days before purchasing the full LTU.
All data movements occur within the array controller using secure channels and adhere to FIPS 140-2 standards if configured.
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