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ol{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;display:grid;gap:14px} #magstor-air-description .connection-map li{background:white;border:1px solid #d6ecfd;border-radius:12px;padding:16px} #magstor-air-description .connection-map small{display:block;color:#53616d} #magstor-air-description .launch-review{background:#fff8e8;border:1px solid #e3bd65;padding:20px;border-radius:14px;font-size:14px;margin-top:28px} #magstor-air-description .launch-review p{margin:8px 0 0;color:#66552d} #magstor-air-description .stack-note{border-left:3px solid #5cb8ff;padding:20px;background:#f3f8fc} @media(max-width:760px){#magstor-air-description .hero{grid-template-columns:1fr} #magstor-air-description .hero h2{font-size:36px}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"magstor-air-description\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"hero\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eMagStor AIR · SAS desktop · LTO-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for your\u003cbr\u003eSAS archive.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"connector\"\u003e18 TB native tape capacity.\u003cbr\u003eDesktop LTO with a SAS connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rule\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SAS-HL9-AIR brings half-height LTO-9 tape storage to your existing SAS workflow in the AIR enclosure. Connect to a tape-qualified SAS host adapter, use compatible archive software, and write verified copies you can take offline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"chips\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHalf-height LTO-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSAS interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLTFS compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXPNTL SOLO included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAIR enclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eModel \/ SKU: \u003cstrong\u003eSAS-HL9-AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"photo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1134\/9590\/files\/TRB5-HL-AIR-FRONT_d0f70fd6-57b6-4be8-84a1-e26b08f1c647.jpg?v=1793304426\u0026amp;width=1200\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1000\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Approved AIR LTO-9 enclosure front reference used for SAS-HL9-AIR\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metrics\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18 TB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative capacity per LTO-9 cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300 MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum native tape transfer rate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSAS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTape-qualified SAS host connection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cnav class=\"support-links\" aria-label=\"SAS AIR page sections\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#system-requirements\"\u003eSystem requirements ↓\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#technical-specifications\"\u003eSpecifications ↓\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section air-feature-tier\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eAIR enclosure. SAS workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild the archive setup around your work.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"air-tier-grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"air-tier-card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeep your SAS workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect through a tape-qualified SAS host bus adapter and a correctly matched external cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\u003carticle class=\"air-tier-card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesktop-ready enclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIR enclosure gives the tape mechanism its own desktop housing. Use independent AC power and keep ventilation openings clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\u003carticle class=\"air-tier-card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eXPNTL SOLO LTFS included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne eligible SAS AIR drive includes one perpetual XPNTL SOLO license with one year of software updates and support through MagStor redemption. Software coverage is separate from the hardware warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\u003carticle class=\"air-tier-card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTake verified copies offline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrite and verify the archive, eject the cartridge, and store it separately from connected systems for an offline retention copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section soft-panel\" id=\"taa-procurement\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying for TAA requirements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk MagStor to verify TAA status and documentation for SAS-HL9-AIR and the exact supplied configuration before ordering. TAA status for this new AIR SKU is pending confirmation; the status of another SAS model does not establish it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"section\" id=\"system-requirements\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eBefore purchase \u0026amp; setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"duo\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA qualified SAS host path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a tape-qualified, non-RAID SAS HBA and a correctly matched external cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows, macOS or Linux support depends on the complete host, adapter and application combination. Verify current compatibility rather than relying on connector fit alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible tape software\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall compatible backup, archive or LTFS software for LTO-9, your operating system and required media format. Confirm application support for the drive, host adapter and media you plan to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXPNTL SOLO LTFS is included through MagStor redemption. Confirm the full host, adapter and application combination; other applications require their own compatible licensing and setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section solo\" id=\"included-software\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eIncluded software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXPNTL SOLO LTFS, included.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour eligible SAS-HL9-AIR drive includes one perpetual XPNTL SOLO LTFS software license with one year of software updates and support. You may keep using the licensed version after support and updates end. Software coverage is separate from the hardware warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magstor.com\/products\/xpntl-solo-license-redemption#xpntl-included-license\"\u003eRedeem through MagStor\u003c\/a\u003e using the instructions supplied with your drive. Enter your drive serial number, purchase source, country\/region, model and redemption code. Hardware eligibility and prior-redemption checks apply; one promotional claim per eligible device purchased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional, limited-time bonus adds one year of SOLO support and updates after MagStor verifies an honest review of your purchased eligible MagStor drive on MagStor.com. Any honest rating qualifies. Paid extra years are available at $59 USD each and stack with the included year and any verified review bonus. The SOLO license remains perpetual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\" id=\"additional-requirements\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKeep data flowing. Keep airflow clear.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"duo\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFast source and staging storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative tape throughput of up to 300 MB\/s requires sustained source-storage, host and application performance. Fast local SSD\/NVMe staging, suitable RAID or a fast end-to-end network can help maintain streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1GbE is below the maximum native rate of one drive, before accounting for overhead. Measure sustained performance with representative data rather than relying on burst speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent power and cooling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach enclosure requires its own AC power; the SAS cable does not power the drive. Operate horizontally on a stable surface with ventilation unobstructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a clean, climate-controlled room. Avoid dust, condensation, direct heat and rapid environmental changes. Follow the final SAS AIR installation guide and the cartridge manufacturer’s environmental limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\" id=\"cartridge-compatibility\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCartridge compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupport\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompressed capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRead \/ write\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45TB*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRead \/ write\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30TB*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-7 \/ M8 \/ LTO-10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003e*Compressed capacity assumes 2.5:1 compression. Actual capacity depends on the data; already-compressed files may see little or no further reduction. Plan storage using native capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst use of new LTO-9 media:\u003c\/strong\u003e allow up to two hours for one-time initialization before the cartridge is ready. Let the process finish. LTO-8 media does not need this LTO-9 initialization. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magstor.com\/pages\/magstor-lto-9-media-initialization\"\u003eRead the initialization guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"duo\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"media-card\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eValue media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagStor’s Choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValue-focused LTO-9 media sourced from leading tape manufacturers and vetted by MagStor. Choose labeled or unlabeled 10- and 20-packs. Original manufacturer branding and shell color may vary. Lifetime media warranty for the original registered owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magstor.com\/products\/magstors-choice-lto-9-tape-cartridge-packs\"\u003eView Choice LTO-9 media →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\u003carticle class=\"media-card\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003ePremium certified media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagStor NanoPure™\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium LTO-9 media cleaned, tested and calibrated before first use, with new\/unused certification and pre-applied barcode labels. Supplied as a 10-pack, with lifetime media warranty for the original registered owner. NanoPure LTO-9 is supplied pre-calibrated to reduce first-use preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magstor.com\/products\/magstor-nanopure-lto9-tape-cartridge-pack-of-10-np-l9-10pk\"\u003eView NanoPure LTO-9 media →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eMedia is sold separately. Media warranty applies to eligible cartridges, not to the drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\" id=\"technical-specifications\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eSAS AIR · LTO-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAS-HL9-AIR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTape mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-9 Ultrium · half-height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative cartridge capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 TB on LTO-9 media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative transfer rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 300 MB\/s; source, media and system dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive SAS interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Gb\/s SAS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAIR enclosure platform; horizontal operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal SAS connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinal rear-panel connector and cable specification pending confirmation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTO-9 and LTO-8 read\/write\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHost connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTape-qualified SAS HBA and matching external cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct photographs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdited representative AIR enclosure photography; Thunderbolt ports and host marking brushed out in the rear reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne perpetual XPNTL SOLO LTFS license with one year of software updates and support, through MagStor redemption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinal configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact MagStor to confirm box contents and hardware warranty for your supplied configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 × 14 × 12 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eSAS link speed is not tape-transfer speed. Native capacity and transfer figures are not guarantees of an end-to-end job rate. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eSAS setup questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady for your archive workflow.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat host connection do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a tape-qualified, non-RAID SAS host bus adapter and a correctly matched external cable. This is a SAS drive, not a direct USB-C drive; a passive USB-to-SAS adapter is not a substitute for the required host interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat software do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse compatible backup, archive or LTFS software for LTO-9, your operating system and host adapter. Confirm application support and licensing before installation. One perpetual XPNTL SOLO LTFS license with one year of software updates and support is included through MagStor redemption; other applications require separate licensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the SAS cable provide power?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The enclosure requires its own AC power. Operate horizontally on a stable surface and keep all ventilation openings unobstructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\" id=\"sas-air-gallery\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eAIR enclosure gallery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA familiar AIR footprint.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1134\/9590\/files\/TRB5-HL-AIR-FRONT_44e7437f-0460-4dd9-8377-26bcb909af05.jpg?v=1782497404\u0026amp;width=1200\" width=\"1374\" height=\"1145\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Approved AIR LTO-9 enclosure front reference used for SAS-HL9-AIR\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eAIR enclosure front reference\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1134\/9590\/files\/TRB5-HL-AIR-FRONTTILT_824eb8f5-f72f-484d-b4ae-cd64bc9a65ae.jpg?v=1782497399\u0026amp;width=1200\" width=\"1374\" height=\"1145\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Approved AIR LTO-9 enclosure front angle reference used for SAS-HL9-AIR\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eAIR enclosure angled-front reference\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1134\/9590\/files\/SAS-AIR-rear-reference-Thunderbolt-ports-brushed-out.png?v=1793308241\u0026amp;width=1200\" width=\"1374\" height=\"1145\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Edited representative AIR rear reference: Thunderbolt ports and host marking brushed out; existing SAS connector, fans and power retained.\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eEdited representative AIR enclosure reference: Thunderbolt ports and host marking brushed out. Final SAS AIR rear configuration remains unverified.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eFront photographs show the matching AIR enclosure platform. The rear is an edited representative reference, not verified photography of the final SAS configuration. Thunderbolt ports and the host marking have been retouched away; no replacement connectors were invented.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"section\" id=\"sas-air-pairing\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlso an option for a compatible TRB5 AIR setup.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk MagStor about an optional TRB5 AIR pairing. Electrical compatibility and the cable for this new model must be confirmed before use. The intended physical arrangement places SAS AIR on top of TRB5 AIR, with both units stable and horizontal, ventilation unobstructed, and independent AC power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eThe setup manual is being revised for this intended stacked arrangement. The final SAS AIR connector is still being verified; SAS-to-SAS daisy-chaining is not confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"section support-panel\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eConfiguration \u0026amp; setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConfigure your SAS workflow.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk to MagStor about your SAS host adapter, cable, software, media and sustained source-storage performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"support-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/support.magstor.com\/\"\u003eMagStor support\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magstor.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eTalk to MagStor\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MagStor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51039365791909,"sku":"SAS-HL9-AIR","price":11549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1134\/9590\/files\/TRB5-HL-AIR-FRONT_d0f70fd6-57b6-4be8-84a1-e26b08f1c647.jpg?v=1793304426","url":"https:\/\/magstor.com\/products\/magstor-lto-9-18tb-air-sas-desktop-tape-drive-sas-hl9-air","provider":"MagStor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}