MagStor LTO-8 12TB Thunderbolt 3 Slim Tape Drive TRB3-HL8-S
From the creators of the original world's first & patented Thunderbolt 3 LTO tape drive, we present our new Slim "S" series drives.
Experience the ultimate in data storage efficiency with the MagStor LTO-8 12TB Thunderbolt 3 / USB4 Slim Tape Drive. This sleek, aluminum-encased tape drive combines cutting-edge technology with a slim, lightweight design, making it the perfect solution for high-capacity data backup and archival.
Includes a Free license for Hedge LTFS software “Canister” for MacOS and Windows ($399 Value) with support for MagStor Certified NanoPure Media.
Key Features:
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High Capacity: Store up to 12TB (native) of data with LTO-8 technology.
- 3-Year Limited Warranty: All MagStor desktop drives include a 3-year warranty (upgrades to 5 years available).
- 30-Year Shelf Life - LTO tapes are built to last 30-years under normal environmental conditions.
- Horizontal Orientation - It has been scientifically proven that mounting LTO drives vertically causes read/write errors and decreases the lifespan of your hardware. Never use an LTO drive in a vertical orientation.
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Fast Transfer Speeds: Achieve up to 300 MB/s read/write speeds for quick data access.
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Slim Design: Compact and lightweight aluminum casing for easy portability.
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Thunderbolt 3 / USB4 Interface: Connects seamlessly to your MAC or PC with a Thunderbolt or USB4-enabled USB-C port.
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Built-in PSU: No bulky adapters needed, with internal 100/240 VAC 50/60 Hz auto-sensing power supply.
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TAA Compliant: Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for government procurement. MagStor LTO Internal Drives are made in Japan.
- Patented Technology: MagStor is the only company with a patented Thunderbolt to LTO tape backup technology, ensuring your investment is protected.
- Certifications: Intel ™ and Apple ™ Thunderbolt ™ Certified for MacOS and Windows.
LTO Cartridge Compatibility:
- LTO-8 12TB Read/Write
- LTO-7 6TB Read/Write
Dimensions & Weight:
11.8 x 4.4 x 7.3 inches (L x H x W) / 9.2 lbs
Power Supply:
Internal 100/240 VAC 50/60 Hz Auto-sensing
Software Compatibility:
- Any software compatible with LTO-8 Tape Drives
- Hedge Canister
- Archiware
- YoYotta
- myLTO
- Retrospect
- Veeam
- NetBackup
OS Compatibility:
- MAC OSX 10.12 or higher (Intel / M1 and up)
- Windows 10, 11 (x86 / x64)
System Requirements:
- USB Type-C Port with Thunderbolt or USB4 specification (USB 3, 3.1, 3.2 not supported)
- Data Source of 170 MB/s+ transfer rate (1GbE Ethernet is not sufficient)
- Backup or Archive Software
What's Included:
- One MagStor LTO-8 Slim Thunderbolt-3 / USB4 Tape Drive
- One US power cable
- One 2-meter MagStor Thunderbolt Active 40 Gb/s cable
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1x License - Hedge LTFS software “Canister” for MAC and Windows
