Symply SymplyPRO XTH SAS Desktop LTO-9 Dual-Bay Half-Height Tape Drive

The SymplyPRO XTH SAS Desktop LTO-9 is a high-performance, professional-grade dual-bay tape storage solution with hot-swap half-height drives and a 12 Gb/s SAS interface. Designed for data-intensive backup, archiving, and media workflows, it delivers exceptional speed, capacity, and flexibility. Each LTO-9 drive provides 18 TB native capacity and up to 300 MB/sec native transfer rate, with full LTFS compatibility for simple drag-and-drop file operations.

Built in a rugged, precision-machined metal alloy chassis, the SymplyPRO XTH SAS is engineered for reliability, quiet operation, and long-term durability. Its CableLess hot-swap drive technology enables quick removal or replacement of drives for service or upgrades. The system includes an internal auto-switching 110–240 V power supply, SymplyATOM management software for macOS, and support for AES 256-bit encryption and WORM compliance for secure data storage.

Key Features

• Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS interface with dual SFF-8644 ports
• Drive Configuration: Dual hot-swappable half-height LTO-9 drives (Symply CableLess design)
• Capacity & Performance: 18 TB native (45 TB compressed) per drive; up to 300 MB/sec native throughput
• Enclosure & Cooling: Space-grey metal alloy chassis with low-noise, high-efficiency cooling
• Power Supply: Internal 110–240 V auto-switching PSU for global use
• Data Management: Fully LTFS compatible for cross-platform access (macOS, Windows, Linux)
• Security: AES 256-bit encryption and WORM support for compliance and secure archiving
• Expandability: Single or dual-drive configurations with hot-swap capability for upgrades or service
• Compliance & Warranty: TAA certified; includes 3-year worldwide warranty (extendable to 5 years)

Technical Specifications

• Dimensions: 10.8 × 8.6 × 5.5 in (27.5 × 21.8 × 14 cm)
• Weight: 14.3 lb (6.5 kg)
• Host Interface: Dual SAS SFF-8644, 12 Gb/s
• Drive Type: Half-height LTO-9 (hot-swappable CableLess design)
• Native Capacity: 18 TB per cartridge (45 TB compressed)
• Native Data Rate: 300 MB/sec (up to 750 MB/sec compressed)
• Supported Formats: LTO-9 (read/write), LTO-8 (read/write), LTO-7 Type M (read)
• Encryption: AES 256-bit hardware encryption
• File System Support: LTFS (Linear Tape File System)
• Operating Temperature: 59 °F – 95 °F (15 °C – 35 °C)
• Power Supply: Internal auto-switching 110–240 V AC
• Operating Systems: macOS (SymplyATOM), Windows, Linux (via SAS HBA)

What’s Included

• SymplyPRO XTH SAS enclosure × 1
• Half-Height LTO-9 Drive × 1 (pre-installed, hot-swappable)
• LTO-9 Data Cartridge × 1
• Cleaning Cartridge × 1
• 2 m (6.6 ft) SAS Cable (SFF-8644 to SFF-8644) × 1
• SymplyLOCK Security T-Bar × 1
• Power Cable × 1
• 3-Year Warranty Documentation × 1