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Black
Aluminum
1 bay supporting: 2.5" SATA drives, 3.5" SATA drives, 2.5" SAS drives, 3.5" SAS drives
3840GB Useable Capacity
Total Capacity: 4096GB
256GB Allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction
1x 4TB OWC Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive
No
IBM LTO Ultrium 9
LTO-9: Up to 300MB/s native (750MB/s compressed)
LTO-9
LTO-8
Fujifilm LTO-9 18TB data cartridge
Included
1x Host Port - Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) up to 40Gb/s (5000MB/s)
1x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Port
1x Mini-SAS HD (12Gb/s) SFF-8644 Port
1x DisplayPort Port
Thunderbolt 3 host port provides up to 85W of power to the host computer
Thunderbolt 3 device port provides up to 15W of power to external drives and other devices
Up to one 8K display @ 60Hz,
or one 4K display @ 120Hz,
or one 5K display @ 60Hz,
or two 4K displays @ 60Hz,
or one 4K display @ 60Hz and one 4K display @ 30Hz,
or one 4K display @ 60Hz,
or one 4K display @ 30Hz
Thunderbolt 3 : Up to 40Gb/s (or 5000MB/s)
Thunderbolt: Intel JHL7440
Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
Thunderbolt (USB-C) port
macOS 11.x Big Sur
macOS 12.x Monterey
macOS 13.x Ventura
macOS 14.x Sonoma
macOS 15.x Sequoia
Windows 10 64-bit Edition
Windows Server 2022
Windows 11
Yes
Yes
The OWC Archive Pro LTO tape drive communicates over a SAS connection and requires a driver to enable this interface.
New LTO-9 devices and media required that the media be initialized when used in a drive for the first time.
Archive Pro will work in Windows 10, but does not support hot plug/unplug during sleep/hibernate modes and may encounter issues.
No
Internal UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
90-264V, 47-63Hz, 1.0A-1.8A
+12V, 16.7A
200W
1x cooling fan
Yes
Yes
Yes
BSMI
CE
FCC
RCM
VCCI
Operating: 41 Degree F to 95 Degree F (5 Degree C to 35 Degree C)
Non-Operating: -4 Degree F to 140 Degree F (-20 Degree C to 60 Degree C)
Operating: -1,000 to 10,000' (-304.8 to 3,048m)
Non-Operating: -1,000 to 40,000' (-304.8 to 12,192m)
Operating: 8% to 90% non-condensing
Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Operating: Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
Non-Operating: Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
11.5 x 6.1 x 9.1" (29.2 x 15.5 x 23.2cm)
12.23 lbs (5.5kg)
810159628815
Take control of your data management with the OWC Archive Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt Tape Storage Drive, designed to meet the growing demands of media and entertainment professionals, corporations, government agencies, and small businesses. As data complexity and volume increase, the need for efficient and reliable storage solutions becomes paramount. The OWC Archive Pro offers a robust answer to these challenges, providing a seamless tape backup and archiving solution that integrates easily into your existing workflow.
This compact and rugged storage drive is equipped with a built-in handle, making it highly portable for on-set use or easy transfer between studio, department, or office environments. With the ability to add up to a 16TB SSD in its universal 2.5/3.5-inch drive expansion bay, the Archive Pro offers expansive storage options. Additionally, the second Thunderbolt (USB-C) port allows you to connect up to five additional Thunderbolt devices or your choice of USB-C or DisplayPort devices, enhancing your workflow capabilities.
The Archive Pro supports DisplayPort 1.4, enabling you to connect up to an 8K display, and features an 85W charging capability to keep your notebook powered while you work. Its user-friendly design includes the Hedge Canister archiving app, allowing for simple drag-and-drop file management. This solution comes complete with LTO data tape, cleaning tape, and a Thunderbolt cable, ensuring you have everything you need for immediate use.
Utilizing industry-standard Linear Tape Open (LTO) tapes formatted with the Linear Tape File System (LTFS), the Archive Pro makes data archiving as straightforward as using a hard drive or SSD. Compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, it eliminates the need for additional software or proprietary hardware, offering a future-ready solution that supports LTO-7, LTO-8, and LTO-9 tapes.
The OWC Archive Pro significantly reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) compared to traditional hard drives, offering up to a 577% ROI over a 10-year period. This makes it an economically sound choice for long-term data storage, with LTO tapes providing the lowest cost per TB and the longest lifespan among storage options.
Designed to meet stringent regulatory requirements, the Archive Pro is ideal for industries such as healthcare, finance, and government, where data confidentiality and integrity are critical. By using WORM (Write Once, Read Many) LTO tapes, you can secure your data in a non-erasable, non-rewritable format, protecting it from accidental or malicious alterations.
The OWC Archive Pro is a versatile solution for various industries, including video surveillance, motion picture production, digital media, and education. It supports seamless workflow integration with options to expand storage, connect additional devices, and maintain efficient data management practices.
With the OWC Archive Pro, you gain a reliable, certified solution that undergoes rigorous performance testing to ensure it meets the demands of creative professionals. Included with the Archive Pro is a certified 0.7-meter OWC Thunderbolt Cable, with additional lengths available to suit your specific workflow needs. Experience the OWC difference with a storage solution that combines ease of use, reliability, and future-proof technology, empowering you to manage your data with ultimate confidence.
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