{"product_id":"magstor-lto-8-12tb-base-thunderbolt-usb4-desktop-tape-drive","title":"MagStor LTO-8 12TB BASE Thunderbolt \/ USB4 Desktop Tape Drive","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n    .ms-body {\n      color-scheme: light;\n      --ms-ink: #172033;\n      --ms-muted: #5c6678;\n      --ms-navy: #0f1c35;\n      --ms-blue: #1b4f9c;\n      --ms-blue-soft: #edf4ff;\n      --ms-cyan: #48b7d9;\n      --ms-gold: #d69a2d;\n      --ms-green: #187a55;\n      --ms-green-soft: #eaf8f1;\n      --ms-line: #dce2ea;\n      --ms-panel: #f5f7fa;\n      --ms-white: #ffffff;\n      --ms-shadow: 0 18px 50px rgba(15, 28, 53, 0.12);\n      --ms-radius: 22px;\n    }\n\n    .ms-body, .ms-body * {\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n    }\n\n    .ms-body {\n      scroll-behavior: smooth;\n    }\n\n    .ms-body {\n      margin: 0;\n      background: #eef1f5;\n      color: var(--ms-ink);\n      font-family: Inter, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", sans-serif;\n      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!important;\n    }\n\n    .ms-table td {\n      border-color: #d8d8d8 !important;\n      background: #1b1b1b !important;\n      color: #fff !important;\n    }\n\n    .ms-details summary {\n      background: #102636 !important;\n      color: #fff !important;\n    }\n\n    .ms-spec {\n      border-color: #333 !important;\n      color: #fff !important;\n    }\n\n    .ms-spec dd {\n      color: #fff !important;\n    }\n\n    .ms-cta {\n      margin: 18px 0 22px !important;\n      border: 1px solid #00aaff !important;\n      border-radius: 16px !important;\n      background: #101010 !important;\n    }\n\n    .ms-legal {\n      background: #101010 !important;\n      color: #d9d9d9 !important;\n    }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-product-description\" class=\"ms-body\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section\" aria-labelledby=\"value-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eBudget · Archive · Storage · Essentials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"value-title\"\u003eA smarter way to put enterprise tape on the desktop.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-intro\"\u003eThe MagStor TRB5-L8-BASE pairs a desktop-ready chassis and current-generation Thunderbolt \/ USB4 connectivity with a proven enterprise recertified LTO-8 full-height drive. It brings high-throughput backup, archive, ransomware protection, and long-term data preservation to workstations and small teams without requiring a Fibre Channel or SAS host adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-stat-grid\" aria-label=\"Key performance figures\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12TB\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNative capacity per LTO-8 cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30TB\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCompressed capacity at 2.5:1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e290 MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMB\/s maximum native transfer rate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 Years\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRecommended LTO media shelf-life horizon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section ms-section--soft\" aria-labelledby=\"features-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eProduct features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"features-title\"\u003ePurpose-built for dependable offline storage.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"ms-feature\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-feature-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eTB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThunderbolt \/ USB4\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnects through a compatible USB-C port without a dedicated FC or SAS host adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"ms-feature\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-feature-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eFH\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull-height LTO-8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnterprise-class mechanism delivering up to 290 MB\/s native read and write performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"ms-feature\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-feature-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e12TB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12TB native capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore up to 12TB native or 30TB compressed on each removable LTO-8 cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"ms-feature\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-feature-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e↗\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue air-gap storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEject and physically separate cartridges from connected systems for resilient offline protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"ms-feature\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-feature-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e1Y\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1-year warranty (Optional 3-year coverage)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBASE Series drives include a 1-year limited hardware warranty. Optional 3-year warranty coverage is available for $499.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"ms-feature\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-feature-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e∞\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLifetime technical support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractical troubleshooting help from specialists who work with LTO hardware and workflows every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section\" aria-labelledby=\"recertified-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eEnterprise grade recertified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recertified-title\"\u003eProven enterprise hardware, restored with purpose.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-intro\"\u003eThis is not an “as-is” used drive. Each BASE Series mechanism is selected, inspected, serviced, and tested by MagStor storage engineers before it is approved for deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-two-col\"\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ms-process\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision inspection and cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe tape path, rollers, loader, airflow path, and mechanical components are carefully examined and serviced.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead-health verification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRead and write performance is tested to confirm the mechanism meets MagStor’s acceptance criteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware and compatibility review\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe drive is prepared with stable enterprise firmware and checked for standards-based operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal system qualification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe complete desktop system is configured and quality checked before shipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"ms-quote-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe BASE Series promise\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBudget-friendly pricing without treating reliability, support, or protection as optional extras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csmall\u003eEvery TRB5-L8-BASE includes a 1-year limited hardware warranty and lifetime troubleshooting support. Optional 3-year warranty coverage is available for $499.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section ms-section--soft\" aria-labelledby=\"compatibility-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eCartridge compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility-title\"\u003eLTO-8 capacity with LTO-7 flexibility.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-intro\"\u003eUse genuine Ultrium media from any established LTO manufacturer when it matches a supported generation. Cartridge condition, storage history, and environmental handling can affect reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ms-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eTape generation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eRead\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWrite\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNative capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLTO-8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-yes\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-yes\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLTO-7 Type M\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-yes\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-yes\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLTO-7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-yes\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-yes\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLTO-6 and older\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-no\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"ms-no\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section ms-section--dark\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eSystem requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"requirements-title\"\u003eUSB-C is the connector. Thunderbolt or USB4 is the requirement.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-intro\"\u003eThe host computer must support Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 5, USB4, or USB4 v2 through its USB-C port. A standard USB-only or charging-only USB-C port is not sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-check-grid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-check-panel ms-check-panel--yes\" aria-labelledby=\"supported-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"supported-title\"\u003eSupported host interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThunderbolt 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThunderbolt 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThunderbolt 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB4 v2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-check-panel ms-check-panel--no\" aria-labelledby=\"unsupported-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"unsupported-title\"\u003eNot supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.0, 3.1, or 3.2 without USB4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging-only USB-C ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncertified or power-only USB-C cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource performance matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e for reliable LTO-8 streaming, use fast local SSD or RAID storage, or 10GbE-or-faster network storage. A sustained source rate of at least 170 MB\/s is recommended; short burst speeds are not enough for long archive jobs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section\" aria-labelledby=\"software-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eSoftware and workflow compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"software-title\"\u003eBuilt on industry-standard LTO technology.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-intro\"\u003eThe TRB5-L8-BASE is designed for compatible LTFS, backup, archive, and media asset management software that supports standalone IBM LTO-8 tape drives. Software compatibility depends on operating system, application version, drivers, and configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-details\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEnterprise backup applications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCommon examples include Veeam, NetBackup, Commvault, Arcserve, and Retrospect. Confirm the application’s standalone IBM LTO-8 and operating-system requirements before purchase.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eLTFS and media archive workflows\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCommon examples include Hedge Canister, Archiware P5, YoYotta, XenData, myLTO, and other tools that support compatible standalone LTO tape drives.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eOperating systems\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDesigned for compatible Windows, macOS, and Linux environments. Thunderbolt \/ USB4 support, drivers, and application compatibility must be verified for the intended system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEnvironmental and installation guidance\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperate the drive horizontally only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a clean, climate-controlled environment with unobstructed ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA practical operating target of approximately 20%–50% relative humidity is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid condensation, rapid environmental changes, dust, and blocked airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-section ms-section--soft\" aria-labelledby=\"specs-title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-kicker\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs-title\"\u003eTRB5-L8-BASE at a glance.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eModel numberTRB5-L8-BASE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eProduct seriesMagStor BASE Series\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eDrive mechanismEnterprise recertified LTO-8 full-height\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eNative capacity12TB per LTO-8 cartridge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eCompressed capacityUp to 30TB at 2.5:1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eCompatible mediaLTO-8, LTO-7 Type M, and LTO-7 read\/write\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eNative transfer rateUp to 290 MB\/s read\/write\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eHost interfaceThunderbolt \/ USB4 over USB-C\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eOffline storageRemovable, physically separable LTO cartridges\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eOperating systemsCompatible Windows, macOS, and Linux systems\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eOrientationHorizontal desktop operation only\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-spec\"\u003eStandard warranty1-year limited hardware warranty; optional 3-year coverage available for $499\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ms-cta\" aria-labelledby=\"help-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"help-title\"\u003eNeed help designing an LTO workflow?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagStor provides free pre-sales solutions consulting to help match hardware, software, media, connectivity, capacity, and retention strategy to your environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magstor.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eTalk with an LTO specialist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ms-legal\"\u003eMagStor® is a registered trademark of MagStor Inc. Thunderbolt™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation. LTO and Ultrium are trademarks of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, IBM Corporation, and Quantum Corporation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MagStor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48057961054373,"sku":"TRB5-L8-BASE","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1134\/9590\/files\/trb5-l8-base-front-angle.jpg?v=1785182340","url":"https:\/\/magstor.com\/products\/magstor-lto-8-12tb-base-thunderbolt-usb4-desktop-tape-drive","provider":"MagStor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}