Model: FC-HL9
from $7,199
The LTO-9 Half-Height 8G Fiber Channel External Desktop Tape Drive from MagStor is a half-height tape drive in a desktop enclosure. LTO tape has a 30-year shelf life. Users can easily drag-and-drop files to and from an LTO tape with the peace of mind that LTFS is open source and you can access your files in the future with a variety of software. Traditional backups to tape are still commonplace with TAR software. MagStor LTO drives are compatible with most TAR backup systems that work with IBM-based tape drives.
Tape drives are for long-term archival backup, not fast recovery. Match tape format to retention needs: LTO-8 holds 12TB native. Available from $7,199.
Tape drives are for long-term archival backup, not fast recovery. Match tape format to retention needs: LTO-8 holds 12TB native. Factor in media costs and total cost per TB over time.
Tape drive hardware lasts 5–8 years with regular cleaning. LTO tape media is rated for 30+ years of archival storage when stored properly in cool, dry, dust-free conditions.
The MagStor LTO-9 Half-Height 8G Fiber Channel External Desktop Tape Drive is available at bhphoto, starting at $7,199.
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