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OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt Tape Storage Drive

SKU: OWCTBLTMP9A MFR: OWCTBLTMP90000H
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Key Features

  • Safeguard your creative work with LTO-9 tape storage, offering robust data security.
  • Achieve fast performance with up to 1000 MB/s transfer speeds for large file backups.
  • Enjoy a reliable brand in OWC, ensuring your data is archived on a dependable system.
  • Easily manage your digital assets using ArGest Backup software included with the drive.
  • Utilize this Thunderbolt tape storage for long-term archiving of video and audio projects.
  • Expand your storage options with a 2.5"/3.5" bay for SSD/HDD integration in the system.
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OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro Specifications

Storage

Storage

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  • Number of Tape Slots

    1

  • Supported Tape Types

    LTO-8, LTO-9

  • Supported Tape Capacities

    18 TB (Native)
    45 TB (Compressed)

  • Supported Compression Rates

    2.5:1

  • Number of SSD/HDD Bays

    1x 2.5"/3.5"

  • Number of Included Storage Drives

    0

General

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  • Number of Tape Drives Supported

    1

  • Data Transfer Rate

    400 MB/s (Native)
    1000 MB/s (Compressed)

  • OS Compatibility

    Linux
    Windows
    macOS

  • Barcode Reader

    No

  • Inputs/Outputs

    2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
    1x DisplayPort 1.4 1.4
    1x RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)

  • Power Consumption

    200 W

  • AC Input Power

    90 to 264 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 1.0 to 1.8 A

  • DC Input Power

    12 VDC at 16.7 A

Environmental

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  • Operating Temperature

    41 to 95 Degree F (5 to 35 Degree C)

  • Operating Humidity

    8 to 90%

  • Operating Altitude

    -1,000 to 10,000' (-304.8 to 3048m)

  • Storage Temperature

    -4 to 140 Degree F (-20 to 60 Degree C)

  • Storage Humidity

    5 to 95%

  • Storage Altitude

    -1,000 to 40,000' (-304.8 to 12,192 m)

Physical

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  • Color

    Black

  • Form Factor

    Desktop

  • Dimensions

    6.1 x 9.1 x 11.5" (15.5 x 23.1 x 29.2cm)

  • Weight

    12.21 lbs (5.54kg)

  • UPC Code

    810586039758

About OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro

From safeguarding critical data to ensuring long-term storage, the Mercury Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt Tape Storage Drive is a robust and cost-effective archiving solution. Designed for media and entertainment professionals, corporations, government entities, and small businesses, this Thunderbolt LTO archiving solution offers unparalleled data preservation capabilities.

The Mercury Pro LTO-9 is more than just a storage device; it's a comprehensive solution that supports multiple third-party applications. This feature allows for seamless drag-and-drop operations and full archival-class operations to tape, making data management a breeze.

One of the standout features of the Mercury Pro LTO-9 is its cost-effectiveness. With savings of over 50% compared to HDD-based archiving on a single project, this device is a smart investment for any organization. Moreover, its impressive tape shelf life of 30 years far outstrips the 1-5 years offered by unpowered HDDs, ensuring your data remains safe and accessible for decades.

The Mercury Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt Tape Storage Drive is a key component of OWC's comprehensive "ingest to archive" Thunderbolt solution. It's not just a product; it's a promise of data security, longevity, and cost savings. Trust the Mercury Pro LTO-9 for your data archiving needs and experience the difference in quality and performance.

OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro Features

  • Up to 30-year tape longevity
  • Lowest cost storage format and up to 50x less costly than online storage
  • Up to 400MB/s native; up to 1000MB/s compressed transfer rates
  • LTO-9 18TB Cartridge Included
  • Universal 2.5/3.5" drive expansion bay for additional onboard storage
  • Includes ArGest Backup: easy drag-and-drop software to manage backups
  • Compliance Ready: supports WORM cartridges required by legal and regulatory record keeping
  • 18TB (Native) & 45TB (Compressed) Tape Capacities Supported

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Safeguard your creative work with LTO-9 tape storage, offering robust data security.
  • Achieve fast performance with up to 1000 MB/s transfer speeds for large file backups.
  • Enjoy a reliable brand in OWC, ensuring your data is archived on a dependable system.
  • Easily manage your digital assets using ArGest Backup software included with the drive.
  • Utilize this Thunderbolt tape storage for long-term archiving of video and audio projects.
  • Expand your storage options with a 2.5"/3.5" bay for SSD/HDD integration in the system.

What's in the box:

  • OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt Tape Storage Drive
  • LTO-9 Tape
  • Cleaning Tape
  • Thunderbolt 3 Cable
  • Power Cable
  • ArGest Backup Desktop Software (Download)
  • User Manual
  • OWC / Other World Computing 3 Year Limited Warranty