SymplyPRO XTL 8 Slot 1U Gen2 Autoloader with 1x LTO-8 HH Tape Drive 6Gb SAS inc Rack Kit 3Yr TAA

LTO tape remains the trusted standard for backup and archive across media, healthcare, finance, education and SMB/SME. It delivers high-capacity, low-cost storage that’s portable for off-site protection, supports easy interchange and long-term retention. Following the 3-2-1-1 rule—three copies, two media types, one off-site and one offline—adds an affordable cyber-resilience layer for organizations of any size. For governance and security, all models support LTO WORM media (non-erasable, non-rewritable) and AES-256 hardware encryption to enforce retention policies and protect data at rest. Find out how LTO tape drive total ownership costs compare with HDD and cloud alternatives.

SymplyPRO XTL 8 is a compact 1U entry-level library is designed for reliable data protection, featuring support for current LTO generations, including LTO-7, LTO-8 and LTO-9 half-height tape drives. The XTL 8 is idea for SMBs, quick to deploy, simple to run, providing an impressive balance between capacity and total cost of ownership. Choose the host connectivity that fits your infrastructure—6 Gb/12 Gb SAS (by generation), 8 Gb Fibre Channel, or optional 10 GbE iSCSI / Thunderbolt 3 via external bridge interface adapter —and drop into existing backup and archive workflows. The clear front-panel LCD speeds local setup, while the browser-based UI makes it easy to monitor, move media, run diagnostics, and update firmware from anywhere.

Engineered for operations — removable magazines make bulk import/export fast and safe; easy serviceability of power supplies, tape drives, controllers, and robotics. Front-to-back airflow fits hot-aisle/cold-aisle layouts. Encryption and LTO WORM media support help enforce retention and governance policies. With field-proven mechanics, remote firmware updates for both the library and drives, and industry-leading support backed by a 3-year warranty as standard, SymplyPRO XTL 8 delivers a small library that is straightforward to operate.

Full support for LTFS ensuring simple, cross-platform interchange when you need to hand off projects or vault data. Compatible with leading backup and archive applications that support LTO — Veeam Backup & Replication, Veritas NetBackup, Commvault, Qstar, Arcserve, Retrospect, Bacula, and media-focused tools such as Archiware P5, Hedge Canister, Tiger Bridge, YoYotta, and XenData.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Right-sized automation — small 1U library with 8 slots delivers true unattended backup/archiving without the footprint of larger libraries.
• Flexible connectivity — choose from 6/12 Gb SAS, 8 Gb Fibre Channel (note: optional 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3 via external adapter)
• No restrictive licenses — all 8 slots are active with one or two drives, are included with the purchase.
• Total capacity — delivers up to 144 TB uncompressed using LTO-9 technology, or up to 96 TB with LTO-8.
• Choice of drives — supports 1 half-height LTO-8 or LTO-9 drives
• Operations at a glance — front-panel display on the base unit plus secure web-based management with email/SNMP alerts and exportable inventory/health reports.
• Serviceability — user-serviceable components, plus remote and USB-based firmware updates.
• LTFS drag-and-drop — mount tapes like a removable drive for simple copy/move and interchange without heavy backup software.
• Compatible with leading software — Veeam Backup & Replication, Veritas NetBackup, Commvault, Qstar, Arcserve, Retrospect, Bacula, and media-focused tools such as Archiware P5, Hedge Canister, Tiger Bridge, YoYotta, and XenData.
• Security & compliance built-in — AES hardware encryption and LTO WORM media supporter non-erasable, non-rewritable retention.
• Air-gapped by design — removable magazines and standard operating procedures make it simple to maintain an air-gapped copy aligned to the 3-2-1-1-0 best practice.
• Operational control — password-protected, browser-based management for authorized administrators; clear audit trails via event logs.
• Remote management — secure browser-based control over Ethernet with a mobile-friendly UI.
• Removable magazines — two removable magazines enable fast and safe bulk loading and unloading of media.
• Rack configuration — ball-bearing slides included for smooth installation and service access.
• Compliance & certifications — CE, UKCA, FCC Class A; RoHS.
• Robotics — engineered for reliability with up to 1,000,000 MSBF (robotic picks).
• Warranty — includes a 3-year warranty and industry-leading support.