Symply SymplyPRO 1U Rackmount Thunderbolt with LTO-9 HH Tape Drive

The SymplyPRO 1U Rackmount Thunderbolt is a professional-grade LTO-9 half-height tape drive system designed for high-performance media archiving and backup workflows. It combines Thunderbolt 3 and 12Gb SAS connectivity in a robust 1U rackmount chassis for seamless integration into production environments.

Engineered for media and IT professionals, it supports up to 18TB native (45TB compressed) per tape with native data transfer speeds of up to 300 MB/s. The durable metal alloy chassis houses hot-swappable LTO drives with Symply CableLess technology for quick upgrades and servicing.

Key Features

• High-Capacity LTO-9 Drive: Supports up to 18TB native / 45TB compressed storage capacity.
• Fast Performance: Up to 300 MB/s native transfer speed per drive.
• Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports and 12Gb SAS host/expansion interface.
• Flexible Design: Single or dual LTO-7, LTO-8, or LTO-9 half-height drive configurations.
• Advanced Build: Rugged 1U metal chassis with dual fans and premium power supply.
• Data Security: Supports LTFS, AES 256-bit encryption, and WORM compliance.
• Included Accessories: Active 2m Thunderbolt 3 cable, SymplyLOCK, data and cleaning cartridges.
• Software Compatibility: Includes SymplyATOM management software for macOS.
• Certifications: TAA compliant; supports AES-256 encryption and LTFS open standard.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Type: LTO-9 Half-Height (backward compatible with LTO-8 media)
• Capacity: 18TB native / 45TB compressed per cartridge
• Transfer Rate: Up to 300 MB/s native (750 MB/s compressed)
• Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s), 12Gb SAS
• Power Supply: Internal auto-switching (110–240V AC)
• Dimensions: 19.0 × 17.0 × 1.75 in (48.3 × 43.2 × 4.4 cm)
• Weight: 17.6 lb (7.98 kg)
• Chassis: 1U metal alloy rackmount
• Cooling: Dual-fan active cooling system
• Encryption: AES 256-bit
• File System Support: LTFS (Linear Tape File System)
• Compliance: TAA certified

What’s Included

• SymplyPRO 1U Thunderbolt Rackmount Enclosure (1PC)
• Half-Height LTO-9 Drive (1PC or 2PC depending on model)
• Data Cartridge (1PC)
• Cleaning Cartridge (1PC)
• Active Thunderbolt 3 Cable 2m (1PC)
• SymplyLOCK Thunderbolt Cable Lock (1PC)
• Power Cable (1PC)
• Rack Mount Kit (1PC)
• SymplyATOM macOS Software (1PC)