Model: OWCTBLTMP90N04H
from $7,799.99
Storage: 4TB
3 configurations available
The OWC Archive Pro LTO-9 Tape Storage Solution is a robust, internal drive form factor device designed for long-term data archiving. It features a single LTO-9 tape drive with WORM support, offering native data transfer rates of 300 MB/s and compressed rates up to 750 MB/s, with support for 18 TB native tape capacities. This solution also includes 4TB of onboard storage via a 2.5"/3.5" bay, and connects via dual Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, SAS 12 Gb/s, and DisplayPort 1.4, making it suitable for professionals requiring reliable, high-capacity data preservation across Windows and macOS environments.
Only buy HDDs for bulk media storage and backups; never use an HDD as your primary boot drive for Windows. Look for CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) drives over SMR (Shingled) for better write performance. Available from $7,799.99.
Mechanical hard disk drives (HDDs) are cheap to own, using a few watts of power while spinning. The main hidden cost is cloud backup subscriptions, as HDDs will eventually fail and data recovery is exorbitant.
Common Failure Modes
HDDs consist of spinning platters and delicate read/write heads, making them highly susceptible to physical shock and mechanical wear. When an HDD fails, it is replaced, not repaired, unless expensive data recovery is required.
Only buy HDDs for bulk media storage and backups; never use an HDD as your primary boot drive for Windows. Look for CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) drives over SMR (Shingled) for better write performance.
Mechanical hard drives have moving parts that wear out over time. They typically function reliably for several years before mechanical fatigue sets in.
The OWC Archive Pro LTO-9 Tape Storage Solution with 4TB Onboard Storage is available at bhphoto, starting at $7,799.99.
Mechanical hard disk drives (HDDs) are cheap to own, using a few watts of power while spinning. The main hidden cost is cloud backup subscriptions, as HDDs will eventually fail and data recovery is exorbitant.
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