The Most Comprehensive LTO Connectivity

LTO Tape Libararies equipped with the widest range of interfaces, including SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, and Thunderbolt.
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The Most Comprehensive LTO Connectivity

LTO Tape Libararies equipped with the widest range of interfaces, including SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, and Thunderbolt.
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LTO tape is the gold standard for backup and archival storage, trusted across media, healthcare, finance, education, and SMBs/SMEs. With industry-leading capacity and the lowest cost per terabyte, LTO provides a reliable, long-term solution for protecting large volumes of data.

Built for modern data protection, LTO supports the 3-2-1-1 strategy—three copies of data on two media types, with one copy off-site and one offline—delivering an affordable layer of protection against ransomware and data loss. Security and compliance are built in with WORM media and AES-256 hardware encryption to ensure data integrity and protection at rest.

Below, explore the full range of SymplyPRO XTL Tape Libraries, designed to scale from compact, entry-level deployments to high-capacity enterprise environments. Available in 1U, 2U, 3U, and 6U form factors, with capacities ranging from 8 to 80 cartridge slots, these libraries integrate seamlessly into existing backup and archive workflows. Choose the connectivity that fits your infrastructure, with support for SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, and Thunderbolt, alongside compatibility with LTO-7, LTO-8, LTO-9, and LTO-10 drives.

New to LTO? Click here and learn how the 3-2-1-1 strategy works, why LTO is essential for data-heavy workflows, and how it can dramatically reduce your long-term storage costs.

SymplyPRO XTL Usage Modules 

Media & Entertainment  Oil & Gas  Government & Military 
Education  Information Technology  Medical Imaging 
Finance   Surveillance  Data Centres for Cloud Services 

SymplyPRO XTL Libraries

Data Sheet

Compact 1RU entry-level library for reliable data protection

The SymplyPRO XTL 8 library is built on field- proven technology, trusted by some of the world’s largest organizations. Designed for seamless integration, this library offers a wide range of connectivity options, including native SAS and Fibre Channel, with Ethernet (iSCSI), and Thunderbolt connectivity enabled via external bridge devices, ensuring both compatibility and optimum connectivity within your existing infrastructure and alongside your chosen data protection, backup, and archive applications.

SymplyPRO XTL 8 is a compact 1RU 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, providing an impressive balance between capacity and total cost of ownership.

Managing your SymplyPRO XTL 8 library is simple, with front panel controls that are paired with the LCD display, while secure web-based management provides effortless control while also enabling you to monitor the status of your library, update firmware, perform diagnostics,  and access industry-leading technical support – all from anywhere in the world.

All PRO XTL Models

  • Effortless Installation and User-Friendly Interface 
  • Fast Performance and Uncompromising Reliability 
  • Modular Design for Seamless Scalability 
  • No Restrictive Capacity or Partitioning Licenses 
  • Versatile Connectivity Options: SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, Thunderbolt 
  • Industry-leading 3-year Warranty and Technical Support 

PRO XTL 8 Specifications

  • Compact 1RU Entry-level Library for Reliable Data Protection
  • 8 LTO Cartridge Slots, 1 Half-Height LTO Drive
  • SAS or Fibre Channel Connectivity
  • Uncompressed Capacity up to 144TB (LTO-9)
  • 3-year Warranty and Industry-leading Support

Highlights

  • Supports up to 8 LTO Cartridges Concurrently
  • 1 Half-Height Tape Drive
  • LTO-7, LTO-8 or LTO-9 with SAS or FC interface
  • Front Operator Panel with LCD
  • Modular Drive
  • Two Removable Magazines for Bulk Load/Unload
  • Remote Management and Monitoring via Ethernet
  • Encryption capable
  • Drive and Library Firmware Update via Remote Management, or via Front Operator Panel and
  • Connected USB Storage

Technical Specifications

Rack Units

1RU

Number of Tape Slots

8

Number of Tape Drives

1 Half-Height

Native Drive Interface

SAS or Fibre Channel

Integrated Host Interface (optional)

10Gb Ethernet (iSCSI) or Thunderbolt via 1RU External Bridge

Number of Magazines

 2

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1

Optional Scalability

Not available (XTL 40 and XTL 80 only)

Robotic MSBF

1,000,000

Barcode Reader

 Yes 

Rack Kit

 Yes 

Physical Dimensions (DxWxH)

740 x 447 x 44.5mm / 29.1 x 17.6 x 3.50”

Weight (without tape drives)

11.3kg / 25lbs

 

Power and Environmental Conditions

Power Connection

100 – 240 VAC/80W

Humidity

20—50% Non-condensing (operating)
5—80% Non-condensing (transport)
Max operating humidity change per hour = 5%

Temperature

10—35°C / 50—86°F (operating)
-30—60°C / -22—140°F (transport)
Max operating temperature change per hour = 5°C / 41°F

Altitude

3,048m / 10,000’ (operating)
12,192m / 40,000’ (transport)
XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
Drive Type Supported LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U (per module) 6U (per module)
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (per module) 80 (per module)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 1 or 2 1 to 3 (per module) 1 to 6 (per module)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (per module) n/a
Number of I/O Slots 1 1 5 (per module) 10 (per module)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (per module) 2 (per module)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Max Number of Slots* 8 24 640 560
Max Number of Half Height Drives* 1 2 48 42
Max Number of Full Height Drives* n/a n/a 16 n/a
Max Number of I/O Slots* 1 2 80 70
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 4.45 cm (1.75″) 8.9 cm (3.5″) 13.3 cm (5.25″) 26.6 cm (10.5″)
Width 44.7 cm (17.6″) 44.7 cm (17.6″) 48.2 cm (18.98″) 47.5 cm (18.7″)
Depth 74.0 cm (29.1″ 74.0 cm (29.1″ 87.3 cm (55.34″) 89.2 cm (35.1″)
Weight 11.3 Kg (25 lb) 15 Kg (34 lb) 25.1 Kg (55.34 lb) No Tape Drives 41 Kg (90 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years
Data Sheet

Professional LTO Tape Library offering the most comprehensive connectivity in the industry

The SymplyPRO XTL 24 tape library is built on field-proven technology, trusted by some of the world’s largest organizations. Designed for seamless integration, this library offers a wide range of connectivity options, including SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet (iSCSI), and Thunderbolt, ensuring both compatibility and optimum connectivity within your existing infrastructure and alongside your chosen data protection, backup, and archive applications.

Featuring support for current LTO generations, including LTO-7, LTO-8 and LTO-9, the PRO XTL 24 allows for easy, on-demand drive and optional interface upgrades to accommodate your changing storage needs.

The PRO XTL 24 is an entry-level tape library suitable for small and medium businesses and departmental enterprises. It provides an ideal balance between capacity and concurrent capabilities with total cost of ownership.

Managing your SymplyPRO XTL 24 library is simple, with front panel controls that are paired with the LCD display, while secure web-based management provides effortless control while also enabling you to monitor the status of your library, update firmware, perform diagnostics, and access industry-leading technical support – all from anywhere in the world.

All PRO XTL Models

  • Effortless Installation and User-Friendly Interface 
  • Fast Performance and Uncompromising Reliability 
  • Modular Design for Seamless Scalability 
  • No Restrictive Capacity or Partitioning Licenses 
  • Versatile Connectivity Options: SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, Thunderbolt 
  • Industry-leading 3-year Warranty and Technical Support 

PRO XTL 24 Specifications

  • Compact 2RU Tape Library suitable for SMBs
  • 24 LTO Cartridge Slots
  • 2 Tape Magazines for bulk loading/unloading
  • 1 of 2 Half-Height Tape Drives
  • Native SAS or Fibre Channel drive interfaces
  • Optional Thunderbolt 3 or 10Gb Ethernet Host Interface*
  • Uncompressed capacity up to 432TB (LTO-9)

Highlights

  • Supports up to 24 LTO cartridges concurrently
  • 1 or 2 half-height tape drives
  • LTO-7, LTO-8 or LTO-9 with SAS or FC interface
  • Front Operator Panel with LCD
  • Modular drive and optional host interface design
  • Two removable magazines for bulk load/unload
  • Remote management and monitoring via Ethernet
  • Encryption capable
  • Drive firmware update via remote management
  • Library firmware can be updated via remote management interface or via Front Operator Panel and connected USB storage

Technical Specifications

Rack Units

2RU

Number of Tape Slots

24

Number of Tape Drives

1 or 2 Half-Height
LTO-7, LTO-8 and LTO-9 supported

Native Drive Interface

SAS or Fibre Channel
LTO 7/8 6Gb SAS, LTO 9 12Gb SAS, Fibre Channel 8Gb

Integrated Host Interface (optional)

10Gb Ethernet (iSCSI) or Thunderbolt 3
Optional host interface module limits total drive count to one (1)

Number of Magazines

2

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1

Optional Scalability

Not available (XTL 40 and XTL 80 only)

Robotic MSBF

1,000,000

Physical Dimensions (DxWxH)

810 x 448 x 89mm / 31.89 x 17.64 x 3.50”

Weight (without tape drives)

15kg / 34lbs

 

Power and Environmental Conditions

Power Connection

AC 100-240V 50-60Hz
Single, non-redundant power supply

Power Consumption

ca. 200W max
ca. 120W with two tape drives

Humidity

20—50% Non-condensing (operating)
5—80% Non-condensing (transport)
Max operating humidity change per hour = 5%

Temperature

10—35°C / 50—86°F (operating)
-30—60°C / -22—140°F (transport)
Max operating temperature change per hour = 5°C / 41°F

Altitude

3,048m / 10,000’ (operating)
12,192m / 40,000’ (transport)
XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
Drive Type Supported LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U (per module) 6U (per module)
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (per module) 80 (per module)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 1 or 2 1 to 3 (per module) 1 to 6 (per module)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (per module) n/a
Number of I/O Slots 1 1 5 (per module) 10 (per module)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (per module) 2 (per module)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Max Number of Slots* 8 24 640 560
Max Number of Half Height Drives* 1 2 48 42
Max Number of Full Height Drives* n/a n/a 16 n/a
Max Number of I/O Slots* 1 2 80 70
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 4.45 cm (1.75″) 8.9 cm (3.5″) 13.3 cm (5.25″) 26.6 cm (10.5″)
Width 44.7 cm (17.6″) 44.7 cm (17.6″) 48.2 cm (18.98″) 47.5 cm (18.7″)
Depth 74.0 cm (29.1″ 74.0 cm (29.1″ 87.3 cm (55.34″) 89.2 cm (35.1″)
Weight 11.3 Kg (25 lb) 15 Kg (34 lb) 25.1 Kg (55.34 lb) No Tape Drives 41 Kg (90 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years

Unlock the Power of 10GbE with the SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled 

The SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled is a revolutionary enhancement to the SymplyPRO XTL 24, XTL 40, and XTL 80 tape libraries, enabling customers to bridge up to 4 SAS tape drives to high-speed 10GbE iSCSI networks. This innovative solution allows you to disaggregate your tape library resources from costly, power-hungry server platforms, distributing data protection tasks across your network for readily available, high-speed access. 

The SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled occupies a single drive bay within the XTL 24, XTL 40, or XTL 80 library base or expansion module, connecting to up to 4 LTO SAS tape drives. This provides shared access to the entire library’s resources over a 10GbE iSCSI network, presented to the host operating system as an iSCSI target. 

By leveraging the lower cost of SAS drives combined with the ubiquity and high performance of 10GbE networks, the SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled offers broad interoperability, allowing you to utilize the tape libraries with your existing data protection and archive applications, just as if they were connected via SAS or Fibre Channel. 

This game-changing enhancement is ideal for a wide range of industries, including Media and Entertainment, SMBs, SMEs, Healthcare, Education, Research, Surveillance, Data Centers, and Federal customers, providing readily available, high-speed access to the powerful SymplyPRO XTL 40 and XTL 80 tape libraries. 

Seamless Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity with the SymplyPRO XTL Thunderbolt Sled 

The SymplyPRO XTL Thunderbolt Sled is a groundbreaking enhancement to the SymplyPRO XTL 24, XTL 40, and XTL80 tape libraries, allowing you to bridge up to 8 LTO SAS drives to the high-performance Thunderbolt 3 interface. This industry-first solution provides easy plug-and-play connectivity to any Thunderbolt-enabled host computer, including both macOS and Windows systems, making it simple to connect your tape libraries to laptops, desktops, and servers. 

The SymplyPRO XTL Thunderbolt Sled occupies a single drive bay within the XTL 24, XTL 40, or XTL 80 library base or expansion module, enabling you to connect up to 8 LTO SAS tape drives and bridge them to the Thunderbolt 3 interface. The LTO library is presented to the host operating system as a standard SAS target over a single, high-performance Thunderbolt 3 connection, ensuring broad interoperability with your existing data protection and archive applications. 

Data Sheet

3U Modular LTO Library — 40 Slots, Scalable Architecture

Built on proven architecture, ready for your stack. The SymplyPRO XTL 40 brings that advantage into a compact, 3U, 40-slot library designed for easy integration and everyday reliability. Choose the host connectivity that fits your infrastructure, 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3, and slot it straight into existing backup and archive workflows. A clear front-panel interface speeds local setup, while secure, browser-based remote management lets you monitor status, update firmware, move media, run diagnostics and export reports from anywhere.

Modular by design, without licensing traps. Start small and scale as you grow: the XTL 40 expands to 640 slots in a standard 48U rack simply by adding modules—no special alignment rigs, and no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences to unlock what you already own. Each 3U module supports up to three half-height drives or one full-height drive, so performance can grow alongside capacity. Configure with LTO-7/8/9 (half-height) or LTO-9/10 (full-height), and choose single or redundant PSU options to match your availability requirements.

Engineered for operations — removable magazines make bulk import/export fast and safe; easy serviceability of power supplies, tape drives, controllers, and robot. 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 updates for both library and drives, and industry-leading support and a 3-year warranty as standard. SymplyPRO XTL 40 delivers a library that is as straightforward to run as it is powerful to scale.

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.

  • Modular scalability — start at 3U / 40 slots and expand seamlessly to 640 slots within a standard 48U rack.
  • Flexible connectivity — choose from 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3 to fit your infrastructure.
  • No restrictive licences — scale slots and drives as needed with no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences required.
  • Total capacity — up to 1.6 PB raw per module, scaling to 25.6 PB raw per library with LTO-10 enterprise/aramid media (40 → 640 slots).
  • Choice of drives — supports up to x3 half-height (LTO-7/8/9) or 1x full-height (LTO-9/10) drive per module.
  • Mixed drive support — compatible with combinations of half-height and full-height drives.
  • Operations at a glance — 4-inch 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.
  • Symply Magazine Transport Case — a military-grade transport case for XTL-40 magazines, supports safe, secure movement from rack to vault.
  • 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-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media supportor 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 authorised administrators; clear audit trails via event logs.
  • PSU options — single PSU standard; redundant PSU configurations available.
  • Power-efficient expansion — media-only expansion modules include no power supplies, reducing overall energy usage.
  • Remote management — secure browser-based control over Ethernet with a mobile-friendly UI.
  • Removable magazines — enables 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 2,000,000 MSBF (robotic picks).
  • Simple expansion — easy module add-on with no special alignment required.
  • Warranty — includes a 3-year warranty and industry-leading support.

3U Per Module

48U Total

Max Configuration 

Base Module + 15 Expansion Modules

Number of Tape Slots 

40 Per Module 

460 Total

Number of Half-Height Tape Drives

3 Per Module 

48 Total

Number of Full-Height Tape Drives

1 Per Module 

16 Total

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

5 Per Module 

80 Total

Number of Magazines

2 Per Module 

32 Total

Max Partitions

Maximum 20 (dynamically configurable)

Contact us, and our team of experts will help you find the right solution for your workflow.

 

Interface

Native Interface SAS Fibre Channel
LTO-7

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-8

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-9

12 Gb SFF-8644

8 Gb LC
LTO-10

12 Gb SFF-8644

32 Gb LC

Optional Interface (via Integrated Bridge) — 10GbE Ethernet or Thunderbolt 3

System Power & Reliability

Robotic MSBF

2,000,000

Power Connection 

AC 100-240V, 3,5 / 1,5A, 50-60Hz 

Number of Power Supplies (80 PLUS Gold Standard)

1 or 2 Per Module (Up to 32 Total)

Power Consumption

ca. 170W with 3 drives (based on half-height drives)

 

Dimensions

Height

133 mm (5.25 in)

Width

482 mm (18.98 in)

Depth

873 mm (34.37 in)

Weight (No Tape Drives)

25.1 Kg (90.38 lb)

 

Performance & Capacity

Drive Type Media Type Performance Native (Compressed) Capacity Native (Compressed)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10 Enterprise (Aramid)

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

40 TB (100 TB)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

30 TB (75 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-9

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

18 TB (45 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-8

360 MB/Sec (900 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-9 Half Height LTO-9

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-8 Half Height LTO-8

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)
LTO-7 Half Height LTO-7

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)

** Assumes 2.5:1 compression ratio.

 

Reliability

Drive Type

MTBF (Hours)

MSBF (Mean Swaps Before Failure)

Load / Unload Cycles

Full-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

300,000

Half-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

80,000

 

Environmental Specifications

Environmental Factor

Recommended1

Allowable2

Non-Operating

Dry-Bulb Temperature

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 25 °C
(59 to 77 °F)

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 25 °C
(61 to 77 °F)

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 30 °C
(59 to 86 °F)

 

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 35 °C
(61 to 95 °F)

5 to 35˚C (41 to 95˚F)

Relative Humidity

20 to 50% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

Maximum Temperature Change

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

Maximum Humidity Change

5% / hour

5% / hour

5% / hour

Temperature Limitation for Humidity Conditions

LTO-9 and LTO-10: Max Dew Point 22 °C (72 °F)
LTO-7 and LTO-8: Wet Bulb Temperature <= 26 °C (79 °F)

Maximum Altitude

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

12,192 m (40,000 ft)

Dust concentration

Less than 200 microgram / cubic meter

 

Storage & Shipping

Condition

Environmental Specification 

Short-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Long-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Shipping conditions3

5 to 45 °C (41 to 113 °F); 10% to 80% non-condensing.
RH; 26 °C (72 °F) dew point maximum

1 Recommended: The recommended operational/storage environmental envelope provides guidance on the environmental range for optimal performance and high reliability. This environmental range protects for 30-year archival storage.
2 Allowable: The allowable operational/storage environmental envelope defines the test limits to verify that the equipment will function within the environmental envelope. This environmental range is defined for operational storage of less than 6 months.
3 Shipping: When shipping media over extended environmental ranges, shipping times should be limited to minimize the duration of media being exposed to varying environmental conditions at lower and upper ranges. LTO tape media specifications provided by the LTO program at www.lto.org or specifications provided by the media manufacturer.

Note: The prolonged exposure to conditions outside the recommended range, especially approaching the extremes of the allowable operating environment, can result in decreased equipment reliability and longevity. An occasional short-term excursion into the allowable envelope is generally acceptable but may result in performance and reliability implications and higher power consumption.

XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
LTO Drive Supported LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U 6U 
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (460 total max)  80 (560 total max)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 2 3 (48 total max) 6 (42 total max)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (16 total max) 6 (21 total max)

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1 2 5 (80 total max) 10 (70 total max)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (32 total max) 2 (32 total max)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 45 mm (1.75 in) 89 mm (3.50 in) 

133 mm (5.25 in)

 266 mm (10.47 in)
Width 447 mm (17.60 in)  447 mm (17.60 in) 

482 mm (18.98 in)

475 mm (18.7 in)
Depth 740 mm (29.13 in)  740 mm (29.13 in) 

873 mm (34.37 in)

892 mm (35.1 in)
Weight (no drives) 11.3 Kg (25 lb)  15 Kg (34 lb)

25.1 Kg (55.34 lb)

41 Kg (90.38 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years
Data Sheet

6U 80-Slot Modular LTO Library Built for Enterprise Scalability

Built on proven architecture, ready for your enterprise stack. The SymplyPRO XTL 80 brings that advantage into a compact, 6U, 80-slot library designed for easy integration and everyday reliability. Choose the host connectivity that fits your infrastructure, 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3, and slot it straight into existing backup and archive workflows. A clear front-panel interface speeds local setup, while secure, browser-based remote management lets you monitor status, update firmware, move media, run diagnostics and export reports from anywhere. 

Modular by design, without licensing traps. Start small and scale as you grow: the XTL 80 expands to 560 slots in a standard 42U rack simply by adding modules—no special alignment rigs, and no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences to unlock what you already own. Each 6U module supports up to six half-height drives or three full-height drives, so performance can grow alongside capacity. Configuration options: Half-height LTO-7/8/9, Full-height LTO-9/10, or a combination of both. 

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 80 delivers a library that is as straightforward to operate as it is powerful to scale.

Full support for LTFS ensures 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.

  • Enterprise modular scalability and reliability — start at 6U / 80 slots and expand to 560 slots in a standard 42U rack.
  • Flexible connectivity — choose from 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3 to fit your infrastructure.
  • No restrictive licences — scale slots and drives as needed with no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences required.
  • Total capacity — up to 3.2 PB raw per module, scaling to 22.4 PB raw per library with LTO-10 enterprise/aramid media (80 → 560 slots).
  • Choice of drives — supports up to 6x half-height (LTO-7/8/9, max 42x half-height in 42U) or 3x full-height (LTO-9/10, max 21x full-height in 42U) drive per module.
  • Mixed drive support — compatible with combinations of half-height and full-height drives.
  • Operations at a glance — 5.7-inch 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-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media supportor 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 authorised administrators; clear audit trails via event logs.
  • PSU configuration — redundant PSU configurations as standard.
  • Remote management — secure browser-based control over Ethernet with a mobile-friendly UI.
  • Removable magazines — enables 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 3,000,000 MSBF (robotic picks).
  • Simple expansion — easy module add-on with no special alignment required.
  • Warranty — includes a 3-year warranty and industry-leading

6U Per Module

42U Total

Max Configuration 

Base Module + 6 Expansion Modules

Number of Tape Slots 

80 Per Module 

560 Total

Number of Half-Height Tape Drives

6 Per Module 

42 Total

Number of Full-Height Tape Drives

6 Per Module 

21 Total

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

10 Per Module 

70 Total

Number of Magazines

2 Per Module 

32 Total

Max Partitions

Maximum 20 (dynamically configurable)

Contact us, and our team of experts will help you find the right solution for your workflow.

Interface

Native Interface SAS Fibre Channel
LTO-7

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-8

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-9

12 Gb SFF-8644

8 Gb LC
LTO-10

12 Gb SFF-8644

32 Gb LC

Optional Interface (via Integrated Bridge) — 10GbE Ethernet or Thunderbolt 3

System Power & Reliability

Robotic MSBF

3,000,000

Power Connection 

100 – 240 VAC / 300W

Number of Power Supplies (80 PLUS Gold Standard)

2 Per Module (Up to 14 Total)

 

Dimensions

Height

266 mm (10.47 in)

Width

475 mm (18.7 in)

Depth

892 mm (35.1 in)

Weight (No Tape Drives)

41 Kg (90.38 lb)

 

Performance & Capacity

Drive Type Media Type Performance Native (Compressed) Capacity Native (Compressed)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10 Enterprise (Aramid)

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

40 TB (100 TB)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

30 TB (75 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-9

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

18 TB (45 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-8

360 MB/Sec (900 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-9 Half Height LTO-9

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-8 Half Height LTO-8

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)
LTO-7 Half Height LTO-7

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)

** Assumes 2.5:1 compression ratio.

 

Reliability

Drive Type

MTBF (Hours)

MSBF (Mean Swaps Before Failure)

Load / Unload Cycles

Full-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

300,000

Half-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

80,000

 

Environmental Specifications

Environmental Factor

Recommended1

Allowable2

Non-Operating

Dry-Bulb Temperature

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 25 °C
(59 to 77 °F)

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 25 °C
(61 to 77 °F)

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 30 °C
(59 to 86 °F)

 

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 35 °C
(61 to 95 °F)

5 to 35˚C (41 to 95˚F)

Relative Humidity

20 to 50% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

Maximum Temperature Change

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

Maximum Humidity Change

5% / hour

5% / hour

5% / hour

Temperature Limitation for Humidity Conditions

LTO-9 and LTO-10: Max Dew Point 22 °C (72 °F)
LTO-7 and LTO-8: Wet Bulb Temperature <= 26 °C (79 °F)

Maximum Altitude

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

12,192 m (40,000 ft)

Dust concentration

Less than 200 microgram / cubic meter

 

Storage & Shipping

Condition

Environmental Specification 

Short-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Long-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Shipping conditions3

5 to 45 °C (41 to 113 °F); 10% to 80% non-condensing.
RH; 26 °C (72 °F) dew point maximum

1 Recommended: The recommended operational/storage environmental envelope provides guidance on the environmental range for optimal performance and high reliability. This environmental range protects for 30-year archival storage.
2 Allowable: The allowable operational/storage environmental envelope defines the test limits to verify that the equipment will function within the environmental envelope. This environmental range is defined for operational storage of less than 6 months.
3 Shipping: When shipping media over extended environmental ranges, shipping times should be limited to minimize the duration of media being exposed to varying environmental conditions at lower and upper ranges. LTO tape media specifications provided by the LTO program at www.lto.org or specifications provided by the media manufacturer.

Note: The prolonged exposure to conditions outside the recommended range, especially approaching the extremes of the allowable operating environment, can result in decreased equipment reliability and longevity. An occasional short-term excursion into the allowable envelope is generally acceptable but may result in performance and reliability implications and higher power consumption.

XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
LTO Drive Supported LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U 6U 
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (460 total max)  80 (560 total max)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 2 3 (48 total max) 6 (42 total max)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (16 total max) 6 (21 total max)

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1 2 5 (80 total max) 10 (70 total max)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (32 total max) 2 (32 total max)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 45 mm (1.75 in) 89 mm (3.50 in) 

133 mm (5.25 in)

 266 mm (10.47 in)
Width 447 mm (17.60 in)  447 mm (17.60 in) 

482 mm (18.98 in)

475 mm (18.7 in)
Depth 740 mm (29.13 in)  740 mm (29.13 in) 

873 mm (34.37 in)

892 mm (35.1 in)
Weight (no drives) 11.3 Kg (25 lb)  15 Kg (34 lb)

25.1 Kg (55.34 lb)

41 Kg (90.38 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years

SymplyPRO XTL Libraries

Technical Specs

Compact 1RU entry-level library for reliable data protection

The SymplyPRO XTL 8 library is built on field- proven technology, trusted by some of the world’s largest organizations. Designed for seamless integration, this library offers a wide range of connectivity options, including native SAS and Fibre Channel, with Ethernet (iSCSI), and Thunderbolt connectivity enabled via external bridge devices, ensuring both compatibility and optimum connectivity within your existing infrastructure and alongside your chosen data protection, backup, and archive applications.

SymplyPRO XTL 8 is a compact 1RU 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, providing an impressive balance between capacity and total cost of ownership.

Managing your SymplyPRO XTL 8 library is simple, with front panel controls that are paired with the LCD display, while secure web-based management provides effortless control while also enabling you to monitor the status of your library, update firmware, perform diagnostics,  and access industry-leading technical support – all from anywhere in the world.

All PRO XTL Models

  • Effortless Installation and User-Friendly Interface 
  • Fast Performance and Uncompromising Reliability 
  • Modular Design for Seamless Scalability 
  • No Restrictive Capacity or Partitioning Licenses 
  • Versatile Connectivity Options: SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, Thunderbolt 
  • Industry-leading 3-year Warranty and Technical Support 

PRO XTL 8 Specifications

  • Compact 1RU Entry-level Library for Reliable Data Protection
  • 8 LTO Cartridge Slots, 1 Half-Height LTO Drive
  • SAS or Fibre Channel Connectivity
  • Uncompressed Capacity up to 144TB (LTO-9)
  • 3-year Warranty and Industry-leading Support

Highlights

  • Supports up to 8 LTO Cartridges Concurrently
  • 1 Half-Height Tape Drive
  • LTO-7, LTO-8 or LTO-9 with SAS or FC interface
  • Front Operator Panel with LCD
  • Modular Drive
  • Two Removable Magazines for Bulk Load/Unload
  • Remote Management and Monitoring via Ethernet
  • Encryption capable
  • Drive and Library Firmware Update via Remote Management, or via Front Operator Panel and
  • Connected USB Storage

Technical Specifications

Rack Units

1RU

Number of Tape Slots

8

Number of Tape Drives

1 Half-Height

Native Drive Interface

SAS or Fibre Channel

Integrated Host Interface (optional)

10Gb Ethernet (iSCSI) or Thunderbolt via 1RU External Bridge

Number of Magazines

 2

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1

Optional Scalability

Not available (XTL 40 and XTL 80 only)

Robotic MSBF

1,000,000

Barcode Reader

 Yes 

Rack Kit

 Yes 

Physical Dimensions (DxWxH)

740 x 447 x 44.5mm / 29.1 x 17.6 x 3.50”

Weight (without tape drives)

11.3kg / 25lbs

 

Power and Environmental Conditions

Power Connection

100 – 240 VAC/80W

Humidity

20—50% Non-condensing (operating)
5—80% Non-condensing (transport)
Max operating humidity change per hour = 5%

Temperature

10—35°C / 50—86°F (operating)
-30—60°C / -22—140°F (transport)
Max operating temperature change per hour = 5°C / 41°F

Altitude

3,048m / 10,000’ (operating)
12,192m / 40,000’ (transport)
XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
Drive Type Supported LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U (per module) 6U (per module)
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (per module) 80 (per module)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 1 or 2 1 to 3 (per module) 1 to 6 (per module)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (per module) n/a
Number of I/O Slots 1 1 5 (per module) 10 (per module)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (per module) 2 (per module)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Max Number of Slots* 8 24 640 560
Max Number of Half Height Drives* 1 2 48 42
Max Number of Full Height Drives* n/a n/a 16 n/a
Max Number of I/O Slots* 1 2 80 70
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 4.45 cm (1.75″) 8.9 cm (3.5″) 13.3 cm (5.25″) 26.6 cm (10.5″)
Width 44.7 cm (17.6″) 44.7 cm (17.6″) 48.2 cm (18.98″) 47.5 cm (18.7″)
Depth 74.0 cm (29.1″ 74.0 cm (29.1″ 87.3 cm (55.34″) 89.2 cm (35.1″)
Weight 11.3 Kg (25 lb) 15 Kg (34 lb) 25.1 Kg (55.34 lb) No Tape Drives 41 Kg (90 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years
Technical Specs

Professional LTO Tape Library offering the most comprehensive connectivity in the industry

The SymplyPRO XTL 24 tape library is built on field-proven technology, trusted by some of the world’s largest organizations. Designed for seamless integration, this library offers a wide range of connectivity options, including SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet (iSCSI), and Thunderbolt, ensuring both compatibility and optimum connectivity within your existing infrastructure and alongside your chosen data protection, backup, and archive applications.

Featuring support for current LTO generations, including LTO-7, LTO-8 and LTO-9, the PRO XTL 24 allows for easy, on-demand drive and optional interface upgrades to accommodate your changing storage needs.

The PRO XTL 24 is an entry-level tape library suitable for small and medium businesses and departmental enterprises. It provides an ideal balance between capacity and concurrent capabilities with total cost of ownership.

Managing your SymplyPRO XTL 24 library is simple, with front panel controls that are paired with the LCD display, while secure web-based management provides effortless control while also enabling you to monitor the status of your library, update firmware, perform diagnostics, and access industry-leading technical support – all from anywhere in the world.

All PRO XTL Models

  • Effortless Installation and User-Friendly Interface 
  • Fast Performance and Uncompromising Reliability 
  • Modular Design for Seamless Scalability 
  • No Restrictive Capacity or Partitioning Licenses 
  • Versatile Connectivity Options: SAS, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, Thunderbolt 
  • Industry-leading 3-year Warranty and Technical Support 

PRO XTL 24 Specifications

  • Compact 2RU Tape Library suitable for SMBs
  • 24 LTO Cartridge Slots
  • 2 Tape Magazines for bulk loading/unloading
  • 1 of 2 Half-Height Tape Drives
  • Native SAS or Fibre Channel drive interfaces
  • Optional Thunderbolt 3 or 10Gb Ethernet Host Interface*
  • Uncompressed capacity up to 432TB (LTO-9)

Highlights

  • Supports up to 24 LTO cartridges concurrently
  • 1 or 2 half-height tape drives
  • LTO-7, LTO-8 or LTO-9 with SAS or FC interface
  • Front Operator Panel with LCD
  • Modular drive and optional host interface design
  • Two removable magazines for bulk load/unload
  • Remote management and monitoring via Ethernet
  • Encryption capable
  • Drive firmware update via remote management
  • Library firmware can be updated via remote management interface or via Front Operator Panel and connected USB storage

Technical Specifications

Rack Units

2RU

Number of Tape Slots

24

Number of Tape Drives

1 or 2 Half-Height
LTO-7, LTO-8 and LTO-9 supported

Native Drive Interface

SAS or Fibre Channel
LTO 7/8 6Gb SAS, LTO 9 12Gb SAS, Fibre Channel 8Gb

Integrated Host Interface (optional)

10Gb Ethernet (iSCSI) or Thunderbolt 3
Optional host interface module limits total drive count to one (1)

Number of Magazines

2

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1

Optional Scalability

Not available (XTL 40 and XTL 80 only)

Robotic MSBF

1,000,000

Physical Dimensions (DxWxH)

810 x 448 x 89mm / 31.89 x 17.64 x 3.50”

Weight (without tape drives)

15kg / 34lbs

 

Power and Environmental Conditions

Power Connection

AC 100-240V 50-60Hz
Single, non-redundant power supply

Power Consumption

ca. 200W max
ca. 120W with two tape drives

Humidity

20—50% Non-condensing (operating)
5—80% Non-condensing (transport)
Max operating humidity change per hour = 5%

Temperature

10—35°C / 50—86°F (operating)
-30—60°C / -22—140°F (transport)
Max operating temperature change per hour = 5°C / 41°F

Altitude

3,048m / 10,000’ (operating)
12,192m / 40,000’ (transport)
XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
Drive Type Supported LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9 LTO-7, 8, or 9
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U (per module) 6U (per module)
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (per module) 80 (per module)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 1 or 2 1 to 3 (per module) 1 to 6 (per module)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (per module) n/a
Number of I/O Slots 1 1 5 (per module) 10 (per module)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (per module) 2 (per module)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Max Number of Slots* 8 24 640 560
Max Number of Half Height Drives* 1 2 48 42
Max Number of Full Height Drives* n/a n/a 16 n/a
Max Number of I/O Slots* 1 2 80 70
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 4.45 cm (1.75″) 8.9 cm (3.5″) 13.3 cm (5.25″) 26.6 cm (10.5″)
Width 44.7 cm (17.6″) 44.7 cm (17.6″) 48.2 cm (18.98″) 47.5 cm (18.7″)
Depth 74.0 cm (29.1″ 74.0 cm (29.1″ 87.3 cm (55.34″) 89.2 cm (35.1″)
Weight 11.3 Kg (25 lb) 15 Kg (34 lb) 25.1 Kg (55.34 lb) No Tape Drives 41 Kg (90 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years

Unlock the Power of 10GbE with the SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled 

The SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled is a revolutionary enhancement to the SymplyPRO XTL 24, XTL 40, and XTL 80 tape libraries, enabling customers to bridge up to 4 SAS tape drives to high-speed 10GbE iSCSI networks. This innovative solution allows you to disaggregate your tape library resources from costly, power-hungry server platforms, distributing data protection tasks across your network for readily available, high-speed access. 

The SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled occupies a single drive bay within the XTL 24, XTL 40, or XTL 80 library base or expansion module, connecting to up to 4 LTO SAS tape drives. This provides shared access to the entire library’s resources over a 10GbE iSCSI network, presented to the host operating system as an iSCSI target. 

By leveraging the lower cost of SAS drives combined with the ubiquity and high performance of 10GbE networks, the SymplyPRO XTL Ethernet Sled offers broad interoperability, allowing you to utilize the tape libraries with your existing data protection and archive applications, just as if they were connected via SAS or Fibre Channel. 

This game-changing enhancement is ideal for a wide range of industries, including Media and Entertainment, SMBs, SMEs, Healthcare, Education, Research, Surveillance, Data Centers, and Federal customers, providing readily available, high-speed access to the powerful SymplyPRO XTL 40 and XTL 80 tape libraries. 

Seamless Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity with the SymplyPRO XTL Thunderbolt Sled 

The SymplyPRO XTL Thunderbolt Sled is a groundbreaking enhancement to the SymplyPRO XTL 24, XTL 40, and XTL80 tape libraries, allowing you to bridge up to 8 LTO SAS drives to the high-performance Thunderbolt 3 interface. This industry-first solution provides easy plug-and-play connectivity to any Thunderbolt-enabled host computer, including both macOS and Windows systems, making it simple to connect your tape libraries to laptops, desktops, and servers. 

The SymplyPRO XTL Thunderbolt Sled occupies a single drive bay within the XTL 24, XTL 40, or XTL 80 library base or expansion module, enabling you to connect up to 8 LTO SAS tape drives and bridge them to the Thunderbolt 3 interface. The LTO library is presented to the host operating system as a standard SAS target over a single, high-performance Thunderbolt 3 connection, ensuring broad interoperability with your existing data protection and archive applications. 

Technical Specs

3U Modular LTO Library — 40 Slots, Scalable Architecture

Built on proven architecture, ready for your stack. The SymplyPRO XTL 40 brings that advantage into a compact, 3U, 40-slot library designed for easy integration and everyday reliability. Choose the host connectivity that fits your infrastructure, 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3, and slot it straight into existing backup and archive workflows. A clear front-panel interface speeds local setup, while secure, browser-based remote management lets you monitor status, update firmware, move media, run diagnostics and export reports from anywhere.

Modular by design, without licensing traps. Start small and scale as you grow: the XTL 40 expands to 640 slots in a standard 48U rack simply by adding modules—no special alignment rigs, and no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences to unlock what you already own. Each 3U module supports up to three half-height drives or one full-height drive, so performance can grow alongside capacity. Configure with LTO-7/8/9 (half-height) or LTO-9/10 (full-height), and choose single or redundant PSU options to match your availability requirements.

Engineered for operations — removable magazines make bulk import/export fast and safe; easy serviceability of power supplies, tape drives, controllers, and robot. 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 updates for both library and drives, and industry-leading support and a 3-year warranty as standard. SymplyPRO XTL 40 delivers a library that is as straightforward to run as it is powerful to scale.

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.

  • Modular scalability — start at 3U / 40 slots and expand seamlessly to 640 slots within a standard 48U rack.
  • Flexible connectivity — choose from 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3 to fit your infrastructure.
  • No restrictive licences — scale slots and drives as needed with no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences required.
  • Total capacity — up to 1.6 PB raw per module, scaling to 25.6 PB raw per library with LTO-10 enterprise/aramid media (40 → 640 slots).
  • Choice of drives — supports up to x3 half-height (LTO-7/8/9) or 1x full-height (LTO-9/10) drive per module.
  • Mixed drive support — compatible with combinations of half-height and full-height drives.
  • Operations at a glance — 4-inch 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.
  • Symply Magazine Transport Case — a military-grade transport case for XTL-40 magazines, supports safe, secure movement from rack to vault.
  • 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-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media supportor 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 authorised administrators; clear audit trails via event logs.
  • PSU options — single PSU standard; redundant PSU configurations available.
  • Power-efficient expansion — media-only expansion modules include no power supplies, reducing overall energy usage.
  • Remote management — secure browser-based control over Ethernet with a mobile-friendly UI.
  • Removable magazines — enables 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 2,000,000 MSBF (robotic picks).
  • Simple expansion — easy module add-on with no special alignment required.
  • Warranty — includes a 3-year warranty and industry-leading support.

3U Per Module

48U Total

Max Configuration 

Base Module + 15 Expansion Modules

Number of Tape Slots 

40 Per Module 

460 Total

Number of Half-Height Tape Drives

3 Per Module 

48 Total

Number of Full-Height Tape Drives

1 Per Module 

16 Total

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

5 Per Module 

80 Total

Number of Magazines

2 Per Module 

32 Total

Max Partitions

Maximum 20 (dynamically configurable)

Contact us, and our team of experts will help you find the right solution for your workflow.

 

Interface

Native Interface SAS Fibre Channel
LTO-7

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-8

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-9

12 Gb SFF-8644

8 Gb LC
LTO-10

12 Gb SFF-8644

32 Gb LC

Optional Interface (via Integrated Bridge) — 10GbE Ethernet or Thunderbolt 3

System Power & Reliability

Robotic MSBF

2,000,000

Power Connection 

AC 100-240V, 3,5 / 1,5A, 50-60Hz 

Number of Power Supplies (80 PLUS Gold Standard)

1 or 2 Per Module (Up to 32 Total)

Power Consumption

ca. 170W with 3 drives (based on half-height drives)

 

Dimensions

Height

133 mm (5.25 in)

Width

482 mm (18.98 in)

Depth

873 mm (34.37 in)

Weight (No Tape Drives)

25.1 Kg (90.38 lb)

 

Performance & Capacity

Drive Type Media Type Performance Native (Compressed) Capacity Native (Compressed)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10 Enterprise (Aramid)

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

40 TB (100 TB)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

30 TB (75 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-9

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

18 TB (45 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-8

360 MB/Sec (900 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-9 Half Height LTO-9

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-8 Half Height LTO-8

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)
LTO-7 Half Height LTO-7

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)

** Assumes 2.5:1 compression ratio.

 

Reliability

Drive Type

MTBF (Hours)

MSBF (Mean Swaps Before Failure)

Load / Unload Cycles

Full-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

300,000

Half-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

80,000

 

Environmental Specifications

Environmental Factor

Recommended1

Allowable2

Non-Operating

Dry-Bulb Temperature

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 25 °C
(59 to 77 °F)

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 25 °C
(61 to 77 °F)

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 30 °C
(59 to 86 °F)

 

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 35 °C
(61 to 95 °F)

5 to 35˚C (41 to 95˚F)

Relative Humidity

20 to 50% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

Maximum Temperature Change

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

Maximum Humidity Change

5% / hour

5% / hour

5% / hour

Temperature Limitation for Humidity Conditions

LTO-9 and LTO-10: Max Dew Point 22 °C (72 °F)
LTO-7 and LTO-8: Wet Bulb Temperature <= 26 °C (79 °F)

Maximum Altitude

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

12,192 m (40,000 ft)

Dust concentration

Less than 200 microgram / cubic meter

 

Storage & Shipping

Condition

Environmental Specification 

Short-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Long-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Shipping conditions3

5 to 45 °C (41 to 113 °F); 10% to 80% non-condensing.
RH; 26 °C (72 °F) dew point maximum

1 Recommended: The recommended operational/storage environmental envelope provides guidance on the environmental range for optimal performance and high reliability. This environmental range protects for 30-year archival storage.
2 Allowable: The allowable operational/storage environmental envelope defines the test limits to verify that the equipment will function within the environmental envelope. This environmental range is defined for operational storage of less than 6 months.
3 Shipping: When shipping media over extended environmental ranges, shipping times should be limited to minimize the duration of media being exposed to varying environmental conditions at lower and upper ranges. LTO tape media specifications provided by the LTO program at www.lto.org or specifications provided by the media manufacturer.

Note: The prolonged exposure to conditions outside the recommended range, especially approaching the extremes of the allowable operating environment, can result in decreased equipment reliability and longevity. An occasional short-term excursion into the allowable envelope is generally acceptable but may result in performance and reliability implications and higher power consumption.

XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
LTO Drive Supported LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U 6U 
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (460 total max)  80 (560 total max)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 2 3 (48 total max) 6 (42 total max)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (16 total max) 6 (21 total max)

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1 2 5 (80 total max) 10 (70 total max)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (32 total max) 2 (32 total max)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 45 mm (1.75 in) 89 mm (3.50 in) 

133 mm (5.25 in)

 266 mm (10.47 in)
Width 447 mm (17.60 in)  447 mm (17.60 in) 

482 mm (18.98 in)

475 mm (18.7 in)
Depth 740 mm (29.13 in)  740 mm (29.13 in) 

873 mm (34.37 in)

892 mm (35.1 in)
Weight (no drives) 11.3 Kg (25 lb)  15 Kg (34 lb)

25.1 Kg (55.34 lb)

41 Kg (90.38 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years
Technical Specs

6U 80-Slot Modular LTO Library Built for Enterprise Scalability

Built on proven architecture, ready for your enterprise stack. The SymplyPRO XTL 80 brings that advantage into a compact, 6U, 80-slot library designed for easy integration and everyday reliability. Choose the host connectivity that fits your infrastructure, 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3, and slot it straight into existing backup and archive workflows. A clear front-panel interface speeds local setup, while secure, browser-based remote management lets you monitor status, update firmware, move media, run diagnostics and export reports from anywhere. 

Modular by design, without licensing traps. Start small and scale as you grow: the XTL 80 expands to 560 slots in a standard 42U rack simply by adding modules—no special alignment rigs, and no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences to unlock what you already own. Each 6U module supports up to six half-height drives or three full-height drives, so performance can grow alongside capacity. Configuration options: Half-height LTO-7/8/9, Full-height LTO-9/10, or a combination of both. 

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 80 delivers a library that is as straightforward to operate as it is powerful to scale.

Full support for LTFS ensures 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.

  • Enterprise modular scalability and reliability — start at 6U / 80 slots and expand to 560 slots in a standard 42U rack.
  • Flexible connectivity — choose from 12 Gb SAS, 8/32 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 GbE iSCSI, or Thunderbolt™ 3 to fit your infrastructure.
  • No restrictive licences — scale slots and drives as needed with no capacity-on-demand or partitioning licences required.
  • Total capacity — up to 3.2 PB raw per module, scaling to 22.4 PB raw per library with LTO-10 enterprise/aramid media (80 → 560 slots).
  • Choice of drives — supports up to 6x half-height (LTO-7/8/9, max 42x half-height in 42U) or 3x full-height (LTO-9/10, max 21x full-height in 42U) drive per module.
  • Mixed drive support — compatible with combinations of half-height and full-height drives.
  • Operations at a glance — 5.7-inch 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-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media supportor 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 authorised administrators; clear audit trails via event logs.
  • PSU configuration — redundant PSU configurations as standard.
  • Remote management — secure browser-based control over Ethernet with a mobile-friendly UI.
  • Removable magazines — enables 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 3,000,000 MSBF (robotic picks).
  • Simple expansion — easy module add-on with no special alignment required.
  • Warranty — includes a 3-year warranty and industry-leading

6U Per Module

42U Total

Max Configuration 

Base Module + 6 Expansion Modules

Number of Tape Slots 

80 Per Module 

560 Total

Number of Half-Height Tape Drives

6 Per Module 

42 Total

Number of Full-Height Tape Drives

6 Per Module 

21 Total

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

10 Per Module 

70 Total

Number of Magazines

2 Per Module 

32 Total

Max Partitions

Maximum 20 (dynamically configurable)

Contact us, and our team of experts will help you find the right solution for your workflow.

Interface

Native Interface SAS Fibre Channel
LTO-7

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-8

6 Gb SFF-8088

8 Gb LC
LTO-9

12 Gb SFF-8644

8 Gb LC
LTO-10

12 Gb SFF-8644

32 Gb LC

Optional Interface (via Integrated Bridge) — 10GbE Ethernet or Thunderbolt 3

System Power & Reliability

Robotic MSBF

3,000,000

Power Connection 

100 – 240 VAC / 300W

Number of Power Supplies (80 PLUS Gold Standard)

2 Per Module (Up to 14 Total)

 

Dimensions

Height

266 mm (10.47 in)

Width

475 mm (18.7 in)

Depth

892 mm (35.1 in)

Weight (No Tape Drives)

41 Kg (90.38 lb)

 

Performance & Capacity

Drive Type Media Type Performance Native (Compressed) Capacity Native (Compressed)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10 Enterprise (Aramid)

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

40 TB (100 TB)
LTO-10 Full Height LTO-10

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

30 TB (75 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-9

400 MB/Sec (1000 MB/Sec)

18 TB (45 TB)
LTO-9 Full Height LTO-8

360 MB/Sec (900 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-9 Half Height LTO-9

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

12 TB (30 TB)
LTO-8 Half Height LTO-8

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)
LTO-7 Half Height LTO-7

300 MB/Sec (750 MB/Sec)

6 TB (15 TB)

** Assumes 2.5:1 compression ratio.

 

Reliability

Drive Type

MTBF (Hours)

MSBF (Mean Swaps Before Failure)

Load / Unload Cycles

Full-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

300,000

Half-Height

250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle 

100,000

80,000

 

Environmental Specifications

Environmental Factor

Recommended1

Allowable2

Non-Operating

Dry-Bulb Temperature

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 25 °C
(59 to 77 °F)

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 25 °C
(61 to 77 °F)

LTO-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 30 °C
(59 to 86 °F)

 

LTO-7 and LTO-8: 16 to 35 °C
(61 to 95 °F)

5 to 35˚C (41 to 95˚F)

Relative Humidity

20 to 50% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

20 to 80% (non-condensing)

Maximum Temperature Change

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

5 °C (41 °F) / hour

Maximum Humidity Change

5% / hour

5% / hour

5% / hour

Temperature Limitation for Humidity Conditions

LTO-9 and LTO-10: Max Dew Point 22 °C (72 °F)
LTO-7 and LTO-8: Wet Bulb Temperature <= 26 °C (79 °F)

Maximum Altitude

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

3,048 m (10,000 ft)

12,192 m (40,000 ft)

Dust concentration

Less than 200 microgram / cubic meter

 

Storage & Shipping

Condition

Environmental Specification 

Short-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Long-term storage conditions

See operating conditions

Shipping conditions3

5 to 45 °C (41 to 113 °F); 10% to 80% non-condensing.
RH; 26 °C (72 °F) dew point maximum

1 Recommended: The recommended operational/storage environmental envelope provides guidance on the environmental range for optimal performance and high reliability. This environmental range protects for 30-year archival storage.
2 Allowable: The allowable operational/storage environmental envelope defines the test limits to verify that the equipment will function within the environmental envelope. This environmental range is defined for operational storage of less than 6 months.
3 Shipping: When shipping media over extended environmental ranges, shipping times should be limited to minimize the duration of media being exposed to varying environmental conditions at lower and upper ranges. LTO tape media specifications provided by the LTO program at www.lto.org or specifications provided by the media manufacturer.

Note: The prolonged exposure to conditions outside the recommended range, especially approaching the extremes of the allowable operating environment, can result in decreased equipment reliability and longevity. An occasional short-term excursion into the allowable envelope is generally acceptable but may result in performance and reliability implications and higher power consumption.

XTL 8 XTL 24 XTL 40 XTL 80
LTO Drive Supported LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10 LTO-7, 8, 9, 10
Rack Units 1U 2U 3U 6U 
Number of Tape Slots  8 24 40 (460 total max)  80 (560 total max)
Number of Half Height Drives  1 2 3 (48 total max) 6 (42 total max)
Number of Full Height Drives  n/a n/a 1 (16 total max) 6 (21 total max)

Mail Slots (Import/Export)

 1 2 5 (80 total max) 10 (70 total max)
Number of Magazines 2 2 2 (32 total max) 2 (32 total max)
Number of Expansion Modules n/a n/a 15 6
Redundant Power Supplies n/a n/a Optional Included
SAS Interface 
FC Interface 
10GbE iSCSI Interface
Thunderbolt 3 Interface  
Rack Mount Kit
Barcode Reader
Height 45 mm (1.75 in) 89 mm (3.50 in) 

133 mm (5.25 in)

 266 mm (10.47 in)
Width 447 mm (17.60 in)  447 mm (17.60 in) 

482 mm (18.98 in)

475 mm (18.7 in)
Depth 740 mm (29.13 in)  740 mm (29.13 in) 

873 mm (34.37 in)

892 mm (35.1 in)
Weight (no drives) 11.3 Kg (25 lb)  15 Kg (34 lb)

25.1 Kg (55.34 lb)

41 Kg (90.38 lb)
Power 100 – 240 VAC/80 W 100 – 240 VAC/160 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W 100 – 240 VAC/300 W
Robotic MSBF  1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000
Warranty 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years
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