SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet – Rackmount LTO Tape Drive
2U Ethernet LTO tape drive in a rugged all-metal rackmount chassis, with one or two full-height LTO-9 or LTO-10 drives at up to 400 MB/s native each. Connects over your existing network via dual 10GbE iSCSI ports, so any Mac, Windows or Linux computer can access the drives, with SymplyCABLELESS drive upgrades, a rack kit, and your choice of Hedge Canister or YoYotta archive software included.
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2U Ethernet LTO Tape Drive over 10GbE iSCSI
SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet is a rackmount LTO tape drive that holds one or two full-height LTO-9 or LTO-10 drives in a robust 2U all-metal chassis. Start with one drive and add a second whenever you need more throughput.
Every chassis integrates a premium power supply and efficient front-to-back cooling, and ships with a rack kit for straightforward installation. SymplyCABLELESS™ architecture means drives slide in and out with no internal cabling, so adding a second drive, upgrading, or swapping a drive for service is quick and simple. The LTO-10 configuration uses the 2U Gen2 chassis, built for the LTO-10 full-height drive.
Instead of tying the drives to a single server with SAS or Fibre Channel cabling, SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet connects them to your existing network over iSCSI, so any computer—physical or virtual—can use them. Two 10GbE iSCSI data ports ship with both optical LC and copper RJ45 SFP modules, plus a separate GbE port for management, and a SAS Expansion port lets you attach additional SAS tape devices and access them over the same iSCSI connection.
How iSCSI access works: each computer connects (“logs in”) to a drive before using it. Windows and Linux include an iSCSI initiator; on macOS, the included ATTO Xtend SAN license provides it. Only one computer can be connected to a given drive at a time—different computers can use different drives, or take turns on the same drive, and connections can be set to reconnect automatically at startup.
Every purchase includes your choice of Hedge Canister or YoYotta archive software. The 2U Ethernet is also compatible with leading backup and archive applications, including Archiware P5, Veeam Backup & Replication, Commvault, and Cohesity NetBackup. SymplyATOM2, Symply’s free management software for macOS and Windows, handles drive diagnostics, verified firmware updates, and LTFS tape check and repair. AES-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media support help enforce retention policies, and ejected cartridges stay fully offline for an air-gapped copy.
- One or two drives — start with a single full-height drive and add a second whenever you need more throughput.
- SymplyCABLELESS™ — drives install and remove with no internal cabling, for fast upgrades and servicing.
- Tape over your existing network — dual 10GbE iSCSI data ports connect the drives to your LAN — no dedicated SAS or Fibre Channel cabling.
- Fiber or copper out of the box — includes 2x optical LC and 2x copper RJ45 SFP modules, plus a separate GbE management port.
- Physical and virtual hosts — any Mac, Windows, or Linux computer — or virtual machine — with an iSCSI initiator can connect; ATTO Xtend SAN for macOS is included.
- One host per drive — each drive is used by one connected computer at a time; with two drives, two computers can work in parallel.
- SAS expansion — a SAS Expansion port (SFF-8644) lets you attach additional SAS tape devices and access them over iSCSI.
- Capacity & speed — up to 30 TB native per LTO-10 cartridge (40 TB with LTO-10 Enterprise Aramid media) or 18 TB per LTO-9 cartridge, at up to 400 MB/s native per drive.
- Rack-ready — 2U all-metal chassis with front-to-back cooling and an integrated power supply; rack kit included.
- Archive software included — choose Hedge Canister (macOS or Windows, perpetual license with one year of maintenance) or YoYotta (macOS, one-year subscription) at no extra cost.
- SymplyATOM2 — free drive management software for macOS and Windows — diagnostics, verified firmware updates, LTFS check & repair, and full-tape write tests.
- LTFS support — tapes are written in the open LTFS format for simple, cross-platform interchange.
- Compatible with leading software — Hedge Canister, YoYotta, Archiware P5, Veeam Backup & Replication, Acronis Cyber Protect, Commvault, Cohesity NetBackup, Arcserve, Retrospect, and Bacula.
- Security & compliance built in — AES-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media support for non-erasable, non-rewritable retention.
- Air-gapped by design — supports the 3-2-1-1-0 best practice with an offline copy for ransomware resilience.
- Compliance & certifications — CE, UKCA, FCC Class A, RoHS.
- Warranty — 3-year Advanced Replacement warranty, with an optional 2-year extension.
- SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet rackmount chassis with 1 or 2 full-height LTO drives (LTO-9 or LTO-10, as ordered)
- 1x LTO data cartridge
- 1x LTO cleaning cartridge
- 2x optical LC SFP modules and 2x copper RJ45 SFP modules
- 1x 3m (9.8 ft) GbE Ethernet cable (management)
- 1x rack kit
- 1x 2m (6.5 ft) power cable
- 1x 2m (6.5 ft) IEC-to-IEC power cable
- ATTO Xtend SAN macOS iSCSI initiator license (claim after purchase)
- Hedge Canister or YoYotta license (claim within 90 days of purchase)
- SymplyATOM2 management software (free download)
- 3-year Advanced Replacement warranty
Models
| 2U LTO-9 | 2U Gen2 LTO-10 | |
| Drive Form Factor | Full-height | Full-height |
| Number of Drives | 1 or 2 | 1 or 2 |
| Host Interface | 2x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) | 2x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) |
| Management | 1x GbE | 1x GbE |
| Expansion Interface | 1x SAS (SFF-8644) | 1x SAS (SFF-8644) |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | 43.5 x 48.2 x 8.8 cm (17.1 x 19.0 x 3.5 in) | 43.5 x 48.2 x 8.8 cm (17.1 x 19.0 x 3.5 in) |
| Weight | 10.2 kg (22.5 lb) | 10.9 kg (24.0 lb) |
| Power Supply | 350W internal (110–240V), typical 166W | 350W internal (110–240V), typical 166W |
Configurations
| Part Number | Included Drive | Capacity Native (Compressed) | Performance Native (Compressed) |
| SYPR2-RE1LAF2B-AT | LTO-10 Full-Height | 30 TB (75 TB) | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) |
| SYPR2-RE1L9F2B-AT | LTO-9 Full-Height | 18 TB (45 TB) | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) |
** Compressed figures assume a 2.5:1 compression ratio.
Second Drive Upgrades
| Part Number | Upgrade Drive |
| SYLTO-iSTLAFH1-0T | LTO-10 Full-Height (2U Gen2) |
| SYLTO-iSCL9FH1 | LTO-9 Full-Height (2U) |
Performance & Capacity
| Drive Type | Media Type | Performance Native (Compressed) | Capacity Native (Compressed) |
| LTO-10 Full-Height | LTO-10 Enterprise (Aramid) | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) | 40 TB (100 TB) |
| LTO-10 Full-Height | LTO-10 | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) | 30 TB (75 TB) |
| LTO-9 Full-Height | LTO-9 | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) | 18 TB (45 TB) |
| LTO-9 Full-Height | LTO-8 | 360 MB/s (900 MB/s) | 12 TB (30 TB) |
Reliability
| Drive Type | MTBF (Hours) | MSBF (Mean Swaps Before Failure) | Load / Unload Cycles |
| Full-Height | 250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle | 100,000 | 300,000 |
Media Compatibility
| LTO-10 Media | LTO-9 Media | LTO-8 Media | |
| LTO-10 Drive | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| LTO-9 Drive | ✕ | ✔ | ✔ |
✔ Read/Write ✕ Incompatible
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-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 30 °C (59 to 86 °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) | ||
| 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 micrograms / 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% RH non-condensing; 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: 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.
| SymplyPRO 1U Ethernet | SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet | |
| Rack Units | 1U | 2U |
| Drives | 1 or 2 half-height | 1 or 2 full-height |
| LTO Generations | LTO-7, 8, 9 (any mix) | LTO-9 or LTO-10 |
| Native Speed per Drive | 300 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
| Max Native per Cartridge | 18 TB | 30 TB (LTO-10) / 40 TB (LTO-10 Aramid) |
| Weight | 6.1 kg (13.4 lb) | 10.2 kg (22.5 lb) / Gen2: 10.9 kg (24.0 lb) |
Overview
2U Ethernet LTO Tape Drive over 10GbE iSCSI
SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet is a rackmount LTO tape drive that holds one or two full-height LTO-9 or LTO-10 drives in a robust 2U all-metal chassis. Start with one drive and add a second whenever you need more throughput.
Every chassis integrates a premium power supply and efficient front-to-back cooling, and ships with a rack kit for straightforward installation. SymplyCABLELESS™ architecture means drives slide in and out with no internal cabling, so adding a second drive, upgrading, or swapping a drive for service is quick and simple. The LTO-10 configuration uses the 2U Gen2 chassis, built for the LTO-10 full-height drive.
Instead of tying the drives to a single server with SAS or Fibre Channel cabling, SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet connects them to your existing network over iSCSI, so any computer—physical or virtual—can use them. Two 10GbE iSCSI data ports ship with both optical LC and copper RJ45 SFP modules, plus a separate GbE port for management, and a SAS Expansion port lets you attach additional SAS tape devices and access them over the same iSCSI connection.
How iSCSI access works: each computer connects (“logs in”) to a drive before using it. Windows and Linux include an iSCSI initiator; on macOS, the included ATTO Xtend SAN license provides it. Only one computer can be connected to a given drive at a time—different computers can use different drives, or take turns on the same drive, and connections can be set to reconnect automatically at startup.
Every purchase includes your choice of Hedge Canister or YoYotta archive software. The 2U Ethernet is also compatible with leading backup and archive applications, including Archiware P5, Veeam Backup & Replication, Commvault, and Cohesity NetBackup. SymplyATOM2, Symply’s free management software for macOS and Windows, handles drive diagnostics, verified firmware updates, and LTFS tape check and repair. AES-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media support help enforce retention policies, and ejected cartridges stay fully offline for an air-gapped copy.
Features & Benefits
- One or two drives — start with a single full-height drive and add a second whenever you need more throughput.
- SymplyCABLELESS™ — drives install and remove with no internal cabling, for fast upgrades and servicing.
- Tape over your existing network — dual 10GbE iSCSI data ports connect the drives to your LAN — no dedicated SAS or Fibre Channel cabling.
- Fiber or copper out of the box — includes 2x optical LC and 2x copper RJ45 SFP modules, plus a separate GbE management port.
- Physical and virtual hosts — any Mac, Windows, or Linux computer — or virtual machine — with an iSCSI initiator can connect; ATTO Xtend SAN for macOS is included.
- One host per drive — each drive is used by one connected computer at a time; with two drives, two computers can work in parallel.
- SAS expansion — a SAS Expansion port (SFF-8644) lets you attach additional SAS tape devices and access them over iSCSI.
- Capacity & speed — up to 30 TB native per LTO-10 cartridge (40 TB with LTO-10 Enterprise Aramid media) or 18 TB per LTO-9 cartridge, at up to 400 MB/s native per drive.
- Rack-ready — 2U all-metal chassis with front-to-back cooling and an integrated power supply; rack kit included.
- Archive software included — choose Hedge Canister (macOS or Windows, perpetual license with one year of maintenance) or YoYotta (macOS, one-year subscription) at no extra cost.
- SymplyATOM2 — free drive management software for macOS and Windows — diagnostics, verified firmware updates, LTFS check & repair, and full-tape write tests.
- LTFS support — tapes are written in the open LTFS format for simple, cross-platform interchange.
- Compatible with leading software — Hedge Canister, YoYotta, Archiware P5, Veeam Backup & Replication, Acronis Cyber Protect, Commvault, Cohesity NetBackup, Arcserve, Retrospect, and Bacula.
- Security & compliance built in — AES-256 hardware encryption and LTO WORM media support for non-erasable, non-rewritable retention.
- Air-gapped by design — supports the 3-2-1-1-0 best practice with an offline copy for ransomware resilience.
- Compliance & certifications — CE, UKCA, FCC Class A, RoHS.
- Warranty — 3-year Advanced Replacement warranty, with an optional 2-year extension.
What's in the Box
- SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet rackmount chassis with 1 or 2 full-height LTO drives (LTO-9 or LTO-10, as ordered)
- 1x LTO data cartridge
- 1x LTO cleaning cartridge
- 2x optical LC SFP modules and 2x copper RJ45 SFP modules
- 1x 3m (9.8 ft) GbE Ethernet cable (management)
- 1x rack kit
- 1x 2m (6.5 ft) power cable
- 1x 2m (6.5 ft) IEC-to-IEC power cable
- ATTO Xtend SAN macOS iSCSI initiator license (claim after purchase)
- Hedge Canister or YoYotta license (claim within 90 days of purchase)
- SymplyATOM2 management software (free download)
- 3-year Advanced Replacement warranty
Technical Specifications
Models
| 2U LTO-9 | 2U Gen2 LTO-10 | |
| Drive Form Factor | Full-height | Full-height |
| Number of Drives | 1 or 2 | 1 or 2 |
| Host Interface | 2x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) | 2x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) |
| Management | 1x GbE | 1x GbE |
| Expansion Interface | 1x SAS (SFF-8644) | 1x SAS (SFF-8644) |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | 43.5 x 48.2 x 8.8 cm (17.1 x 19.0 x 3.5 in) | 43.5 x 48.2 x 8.8 cm (17.1 x 19.0 x 3.5 in) |
| Weight | 10.2 kg (22.5 lb) | 10.9 kg (24.0 lb) |
| Power Supply | 350W internal (110–240V), typical 166W | 350W internal (110–240V), typical 166W |
Configurations
| Part Number | Included Drive | Capacity Native (Compressed) | Performance Native (Compressed) |
| SYPR2-RE1LAF2B-AT | LTO-10 Full-Height | 30 TB (75 TB) | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) |
| SYPR2-RE1L9F2B-AT | LTO-9 Full-Height | 18 TB (45 TB) | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) |
** Compressed figures assume a 2.5:1 compression ratio.
Second Drive Upgrades
| Part Number | Upgrade Drive |
| SYLTO-iSTLAFH1-0T | LTO-10 Full-Height (2U Gen2) |
| SYLTO-iSCL9FH1 | LTO-9 Full-Height (2U) |
Performance & Capacity
| Drive Type | Media Type | Performance Native (Compressed) | Capacity Native (Compressed) |
| LTO-10 Full-Height | LTO-10 Enterprise (Aramid) | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) | 40 TB (100 TB) |
| LTO-10 Full-Height | LTO-10 | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) | 30 TB (75 TB) |
| LTO-9 Full-Height | LTO-9 | 400 MB/s (1000 MB/s) | 18 TB (45 TB) |
| LTO-9 Full-Height | LTO-8 | 360 MB/s (900 MB/s) | 12 TB (30 TB) |
Reliability
| Drive Type | MTBF (Hours) | MSBF (Mean Swaps Before Failure) | Load / Unload Cycles |
| Full-Height | 250,000 @ 100% Duty Cycle | 100,000 | 300,000 |
Media Compatibility
| LTO-10 Media | LTO-9 Media | LTO-8 Media | |
| LTO-10 Drive | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| LTO-9 Drive | ✕ | ✔ | ✔ |
✔ Read/Write ✕ Incompatible
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-9 and LTO-10: 15 to 30 °C (59 to 86 °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) | ||
| 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 micrograms / 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% RH non-condensing; 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: 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.
Compare Ethernet Rackmount Models
| SymplyPRO 1U Ethernet | SymplyPRO 2U Ethernet | |
| Rack Units | 1U | 2U |
| Drives | 1 or 2 half-height | 1 or 2 full-height |
| LTO Generations | LTO-7, 8, 9 (any mix) | LTO-9 or LTO-10 |
| Native Speed per Drive | 300 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
| Max Native per Cartridge | 18 TB | 30 TB (LTO-10) / 40 TB (LTO-10 Aramid) |
| Weight | 6.1 kg (13.4 lb) | 10.2 kg (22.5 lb) / Gen2: 10.9 kg (24.0 lb) |
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