Model: SYPR2-RT3LAF2B-AT
from $13,295.25
The SYMPLY SymplyPRO Thunderbolt 3 LTO-10 Rackmount Tape Drive is a 2U rackmount solution for high-capacity data archiving and backup. Featuring dual Thunderbolt 3 ports and a SFF-8644 SAS 12 Gb/s connection, it offers native data transfer rates of 400 MB/s (up to 900 MB/s compressed) and supports LTO-10 tapes with native capacities of 30 TB (up to 75 TB compressed). This drive is compatible with macOS 11+ and Windows 10/11, as well as Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022, making it suitable for professional environments requiring secure, long-term data retention with WORM and encryption support.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back. Available from $13,295.25.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Magnetic degradation or physical tape snapping occurs if stored improperly. Dust inside the drive can scratch and ruin tapes.
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is the industry standard. Always check drive compatibility; drives can usually read two generations back but only write one generation back.
LTO tape is rated for 30 years of archival storage if kept in controlled environments.
The SYMPLY SymplyPRO Thunderbolt 3 LTO-10 Rackmount Tape Drive is available at bhphoto, starting at $13,295.25.
Tape cartridges require a highly controlled environment for long-term storage, which costs energy for climate control. The tapes themselves are consumables with a finite read/write lifespan.
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