SYMPLY SymplyPRO XTL 40 LTO-8 Tape Library
Model: SYXTL-C40E1L8HA-AT
Model: SYXTL-C40E1L8HA-AT
from $14,240.5
The SYMPLY SymplyPRO XTL 40 LTO-8 Tape Library is a robust 3U rackmount solution designed for high-capacity data archiving and backup. It features 40 LTO-8 tape slots across two magazines, supporting both LTO-7 and LTO-8 tape types with native capacities up to 6 TB (15 TB compressed) and a native data transfer rate of 300 MB/s. Equipped with a barcode reader, hardware-based encryption, and a variety of connectivity options including 10GbE and SAS 6 Gb/s, this library offers reliable performance with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 250,000 hours, making it suitable for demanding Windows and macOS environments requiring secure, long-term data retention.
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 $14,240.5.
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 XTL 40 LTO-8 Tape Library is available at bhphoto, starting at $14,240.5.
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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