- SymplyPRO 1RU Thunderbolt Rackmount Enclosure
- Half-Height LTO Drive(s) with Symply CableLess Technology
- Data Cartridge
- Cleaning Cartridge
- Active Thunderbolt 3 Cable (2m)
- SymplyLOCK
- Power Cable
- 3-Year Warranty
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Symply SymplyPRO 1RU LTO-8 HH Rackmount Tape Drive with Thunderbolt 3 and 12Gb SAS Interface
- High-capacity LTO-8 tape drive for backup and archiving
- Fast data transfer up to 300MB/Sec native performance
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining and fast charging
- 12Gb SAS host and expansion ports for added flexibility
- Durable metal alloy chassis with premium cooling and power
- Supports LTFS for broad interoperability and accessibility
- AES 256-bit encryption and WORM for data security and compliance
- Includes data and cleaning cartridges, Thunderbolt cable, and SymplyLOCK
- TAA-compliant for North American shipments
- 3-year worldwide warranty included
The SymplyPRO 1U Rackmount Thunderbolt LTO-8 Tape Drive is engineered for professional media workflows, offering robust backup and archive solutions. This unit features a half-height LTO-8 tape drive with a native capacity of 12TB and a native performance of 300MB/Sec, ensuring efficient data handling. Its advanced metal alloy enclosure is built for long-term reliability, incorporating premium power supply and cooling systems with dual fans to maintain optimal operating temperatures. Connectivity is versatile, with dual Thunderbolt 3 ports that support daisy-chaining and fast charging, alongside 12Gb SAS host and expansion ports for integration with non-Thunderbolt systems or other SAS devices. The Symply CableLess technology simplifies servicing and upgrades. For enhanced data security and compliance, it supports LTFS for massive interoperability, AES 256-bit encryption, and WORM (Write Once Read Many) capabilities. This TAA-certified unit comes with a 3-year worldwide warranty, providing peace of mind for your critical data storage needs. It is designed to be a dependable and high-performance solution for demanding professional environments.
Tape and Storage
| Installed Tape Drive | LTO-8 Half Height |
| Native Capacity | 12 TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 30 TB |
| Native Data Transfer Rate | 300 MB/Sec |
| Compressed Data Transfer Rate | 500 MB/Sec |
| LTFS Support | Yes |
| WORM Support | Yes |
| Encryption Support | AES 256 bit |
Connectivity
| Thunderbolt Ports | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 |
| SAS Host Interface | 1 x SFF-8644 |
| SAS Expansion Interface | 1 x SFF-8644 |
| SAS Interface Speed | 12 Gb/s |
| Thunderbolt Daisy Chaining | Supported |
Drive Configuration
| Rackmount Form Factor | 1RU |
| Drive Form Factor | Half height |
| Supported Internal Drives | 1 or 2 |
| Supported LTO Generations | LTO-7, LTO-8, LTO-9 |
| Service Architecture | Symply CableLess technology |
System Compatibility
| Windows Compatibility | Windows 10 and Windows 11 |
| Windows Server Compatibility | Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 |
| macOS Compatibility | macOS 11 Big Sur or later |
| Linux Compatibility via SAS | Rocky Linux 8 and 9, CentOS 7, OpenSUSE LEAP 42 and 15, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, and 9, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 and 15, Ubuntu 20.04 and 22.04 LTS |
Power
| Power Supply | 350 watt internal power supply |
| Input Power | 110 to 240 volts AC |
| Typical Power Consumption | 166 watts |
Physical
| Chassis | Metal alloy rackmount enclosure |
| Cooling | Dual fans |
| Dimensions | 43.5 centimeters x 48.2 centimeters x 4.4 centimeters |
| Dimensions | 17.1 inches x 19 inches x 1.7 inches |
| Weight | 5 kilograms / 11 pounds |
| Security | Kensington T Bar security slot |
Reliability and Compliance
| Mean Time Between Failures | 250,000 hours at 100 percent duty cycle |
| Mean Swap Between Failures | 100,000 cycles |
| Load and Unload Cycles | 80,000 cycles |
| TAA Compliance | Yes, for products shipped in North America |
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Tab: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.
