{"product_id":"owc-archive-pro-lto-9-thunderbolt-3-tape-storage-system","title":"OWC Archive Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt 40Gb\/s Tape Storage and Archiving Solution","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProfessional LTO-9 tape storage and archiving solution with Thunderbolt connectivity. OWC Archive Pro delivers secure, long-term data backup for media and enterprise workflows.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOWC Archive Pro LTO-9 Thunderbolt 3 Tape Storage System\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers enterprise-grade archival storage in a compact Thunderbolt 3 form factor designed for creative studios, post houses, and IT teams that need low-cost, long-term preservation of large datasets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in LTO-9 drive reads and writes LTO-9 and LTO-8 tapes, offering up to 18 TB native per cartridge and tape longevity measured in decades—making the Archive Pro an ideal choice for regulatory compliance, media masters, and cold storage. Included Hedge Canister LTFS software simplifies tape creation and cataloging with drag-and-drop workflows and searchable tape catalogs, while an optional internal expansion bay lets you add a 2.5\" or 3.5\" drive for flexible on-site tiering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for organizations that prioritize durability, cost-efficiency, and compliance, the Archive Pro pairs proven LTO reliability with modern connectivity to lower storage TCO and protect irreplaceable data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in LTO-9 drive reads and writes LTO-9 and LTO-8 tapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansive native capacity: LTO-9 up to 18 TB native (up to ~45 TB with 2.5:1 compression as typically applied to LTO).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant ROI: offers a 577% ROI with up to 53% lower costs vs HDD storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast tape creation: up to 300 MB\/s native transfer rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore more: optional internal 2.5\"\/3.5\" drive can be added via expansion bay for hybrid workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore longer: tape media longevity of 30+ years for long-term preservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance ready: supports WORM (Write Once, Read Many) cartridges required for legal and regulatory record keeping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible software: works with common archiving\/LTFS tools; Hedge Canister included to enable drag-and-drop archiving and tape cataloging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant ROI: vendor TCO claims (industry study reference) — very low cost per TB and a high ROI compared with HDD-based cold storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3‑year OWC limited warranty (as listed by resellers).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) OWC Archive Pro LTO-9 Tape Drive Solution\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) LTO-9 Tape (18TB native, 45TB compressed)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Cleaning Cartridge\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 0.7M (28\") OWC Thunderbolt Cable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) UK Power Cable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Hedge Canister Archival\/Backup Software\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Support Manual for OWC Archive Pro\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Mac ATTO SAS HBA Driver Instructions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Windows ATTO SAS HBA Driver Instructions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Year OWC Limited Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e Which tape media does the Archive Pro support?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e The built-in drive reads and writes LTO-9 and LTO-8 tape cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e How much data can a single LTO-9 tape hold?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e LTO-9 offers up to 18 TB native capacity per cartridge (approximately up to 45 TB with typical 2.5:1 compression rates).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e What software is included to create and catalog tapes?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Hedge Canister LTFS software is included to enable drag-and-drop archiving, create searchable tape catalogs, and verify transfers with checksums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e Can I attach other drives or expand storage inside the unit?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — the Archive Pro provides an expansion bay that accepts an optional 2.5\" or 3.5\" drive for hybrid storage or staging workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e Is this solution compliant for legal\/regulatory archival requirements?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e The system supports WORM cartridges (Write Once, Read Many), which are commonly required for legal and regulatory record keeping and compliance use cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_131808.avif?v=1765632477\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_131752.avif?v=1765632211\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_131739.avif?v=1765632211\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_132646.avif?v=1765632477\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_140740.avif?v=1765634906\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_131219.avif?v=1765632211\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_131237.avif?v=1765632211\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/Screenshot_2025-12-13_131327.avif?v=1765632211\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e OWCTBLTMP90000H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in LTO-9 tape drive (reads\/writes LTO-9 and LTO-8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLTO Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e IBM LTO Ultrium 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLTO Media Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fujifilm LTO-9 18TB data cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNative Capacity per Tape:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 18 TB native\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressed Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to ~45 TB (with typical 2.5:1 compression)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNative Transfer Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 300 MB\/s (native)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWORM Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes (Write Once, Read Many cartridges supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded Software:\u003c\/b\u003e Hedge Canister LTFS (license included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 Year OWC Limited Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptional Expansion:\u003c\/b\u003e Internal bay for optional 2.5\" or 3.5\" drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePhysical\/Power:\u003c\/b\u003e Desktop form factor; power specs vary by SKU (see vendor page for exact region input power requirements)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDevice Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInterface Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C connector). A host with Thunderbolt 3 is required for the Thunderbolt connectivity listed; a native SFF-8644\/SAS or Ethernet model may exist for other workflows—confirm the SKU before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMac:\u003c\/b\u003e Mac with Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port. macOS 11.x Big Sur and newer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWindows: \u003c\/b\u003eWindows 10 (64-bit) and Windows 11; Windows Server 2022.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLinux \/ Other:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot compatible with:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosts that lack Thunderbolt 3 or an appropriate Thunderbolt 3 adapter (USB-A-only systems are not supported via Thunderbolt 3 without appropriate hardware).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not assume compatibility with older Thunderbolt generations unless the host explicitly supports Thunderbolt 3 devices (verify platform-specific support—e.g., some Thunderbolt 3 devices have Mac-specific requirements).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Videos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"How to Install  the macOS Drivers for the OWC Mercury Pro LTO.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jHNWEKwNZ8A\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003ciframe title=\"How to install a 2.5 or 3.5-inch drive in the OWC Mercury Pro LTO Solution Drive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lWwKCAomqS4\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- og_design_guide_fingerprint:5f51851236e353164242722362060b55 --\u003e","brand":"OWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56081560863106,"sku":"OWCTBLTMP90000H","price":8062.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/6197cf72454d4fc7ba6f14808bedef1d.avif?v=1765634034","url":"https:\/\/flexxmemory.co.uk\/products\/owc-archive-pro-lto-9-thunderbolt-3-tape-storage-system","provider":"Flexx International Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}