{"product_id":"owc-archive-pro-thunderbolt-lto-7-tape-storage-archiving-solution","title":"OWC Archive Pro LTO-7 Thunderbolt 40Gb\/s Tape Storage and Archiving Solution","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOWC Archive Pro LTO-7 Thunderbolt Tape Storage System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOWC Archive Pro Thunderbolt LTO-7 Tape Storage \u0026amp; Archiving Solution\u003c\/strong\u003e preserves huge volumes of critical data with enterprise-grade LTO reliability and an easy drag‑and‑drop archive workflow. Built for M\u0026amp;E professionals, corporations, government branches, and businesses that must meet retention, compliance, and long‑term preservation requirements, the Archive Pro combines a high-performance LTO‑7 drive with Hedge Canister archiving software to create searchable LTFS catalogs and tape‑level verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith native transfer speeds up to 300 MB\/s (750 MB\/s compressed), support for WORM cartridges, and multi‑tape workflows (including tape spanning and dual‑tape archiving), the Archive Pro helps teams reduce active storage costs, protect original camera files and archives, and simplify retrieval without introducing vendor lock‑in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes IBM‑class LTO‑7 tape drive supporting LTO‑5, LTO‑6 and LTO‑7 media (native 6 TB, up to 15 TB compressed at 2.5:1).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLTO Media Included: Fujifilm LTO-7 6TB data cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHedge Canister archival software included — creates searchable LTFS catalogs, supports drag‑and‑drop archiving\/retrieval, tape spanning, and xxHash64 verification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast native throughput up to 300 MB\/s (up to 750 MB\/s compressed) for rapid tape creation and restore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWORM (Write Once, Read Many) support for compliance and tamper‑resistant archives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple host interfaces: 2× USB‑C (Thunderbolt 3), SFF‑8644 SAS 12 Gb\/s, and DisplayPort 1.4 for video passthrough (host dependent).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips with LTO tape and cleaning cartridge; backed by OWC limited 3‑year warranty and multi‑step performance certification.\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\u003eOWC Archive Pro LTO‑7 Tape Drive Solution (with onboard storage where applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne LTO‑7 tape cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOWC Thunderbolt cable (0.7 m \/ 28\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHedge Canister archival\/backup software (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport manual and ATTO SAS HBA driver instructions for Mac and Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited 3‑Year OWC 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 What archive formats does the Archive Pro use?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e The Archive Pro uses LTFS (LTO‑formatted) tape archival and includes Hedge Canister software for cross‑platform LTFS catalogs and drag‑and‑drop archiving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e Which tape generations are supported?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e The unit supports LTO‑7 media and is backwards compatible with LTO‑6 and LTO‑5 tapes (per product specifications).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e Is this solution suitable for compliance or WORM requirements?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — the Archive Pro supports WORM tape cartridges for write‑once, read‑many retention policies required for many regulatory and legal workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e What interfaces are required on the host system?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e The Archive Pro connects via Thunderbolt 3 (USB‑C), SFF‑8644 SAS 12 Gb\/s, and provides DisplayPort 1.4 passthrough capabilities. Host support for the appropriate interface and drivers is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQ:\u003c\/b\u003e What software is included to manage archives and verify data integrity?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Hedge Canister is included — it creates tape catalogs, supports xxHash64 verification, generates transfer logs and manifests, and lets catalogs mount as searchable volumes on macOS and other platforms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/c2cbceee35fd49b79ec4cd575d654cbe.avif?v=1765873937\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/ba1c70f3a8c2477b8bbb53ff87012beb.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/4b0136b24ab441b68130146a864ac852.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/84c5aea1b39349ab98e7407e76d85be1.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/3493b32f5df24cfbabf365d56dab2c37.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/f533844dff9b443d95756ecd07daeeb1.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/e34fb625ed3e4787b5c7b4e56867a7f7.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/e930cef304e84943a72c57c650dfba9e.avif?v=1765873938\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/b\u003e OWCTBLTMP70000H (varies by kit configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive Type:\u003c\/b\u003e LTO‑7 tape drive (IBM‑class)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSupported Tape Types:\u003c\/b\u003e LTO‑5, LTO‑6, LTO‑7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNative Tape Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 TB per cartridge (native)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressed Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 15 TB per cartridge (2.5:1 compression)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eData Transfer Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 300 MB\/s native; up to 750 MB\/s compressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompression:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5:1 supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWORM Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEncryption:\u003c\/b\u003e Product specification indicates no onboard encryption (use host‑side encryption\/workflows if required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHost Interfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e 2× USB‑C (Thunderbolt 3), 1× SFF‑8644 SAS 12 Gb\/s, 1× DisplayPort 1.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOnboard Storage (kit dependent):\u003c\/b\u003e Some configurations include onboard SSD\/HDD for staging (refer to specific SKU details)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower:\u003c\/b\u003e 90–264 VAC, 50\/60 Hz; typical power consumption ~200 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 to 35 °C \/ 41 to 95 °F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e ~11.5 × 9.1 × 6.1 in (29.2 × 23.1 × 15.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e ~12.1 lb (5.5 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded Software:\u003c\/b\u003e Hedge Canister archival software (included value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e Limited 3‑year OWC warranty (varies by region\/SKU)\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\u003eMac:\u003c\/b\u003e Macs with Thunderbolt 3 ports and Thunderbolt 3 host support. Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB‑C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter is required for Thunderbolt 2 Macs (adapter not included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWindows PC:\u003c\/b\u003e PCs with Thunderbolt 3 ports or with an SFF‑8644 SAS HBA and appropriate drivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOther Devices:\u003c\/b\u003e Systems that provide SFF‑8644 SAS host connectivity or networked workflows via compatible Ethernet\/LTO gateway solutions (refer to SKU-specific Ethernet models).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMac OS Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: macOS 11.x Big Sur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: macOS 12.x Monterey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: macOS 13.x Ventura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: macOS 14.x Sonoma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: macOS 15.x Sequoia (if drivers\/software support is provided by OWC and third‑party drivers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot compatible with: macOS versions earlier than 11.x unless host drivers and adapters explicitly support them (check OWC\/ATTO driver documentation).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWindows OS Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: Windows 10 (64‑bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: Windows 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: Windows Server 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot compatible with: Unsupported older Windows client\/server versions unless certified drivers are available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther OS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther OS (e.g., Linux): May be supported via SFF‑8644 SAS HBA and appropriate drivers; confirm driver support for your distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome OS, iPadOS and most mobile OS are not supported as host platforms for direct tape management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInterface Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThunderbolt 3 (USB‑C) host port with Thunderbolt driver support for direct Thunderbolt connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSFF‑8644 SAS 12 Gb\/s HBA and drivers for SAS host connectivity (ATTO driver instructions included for supported platforms).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplayPort 1.4 passthrough requires a host GPU and Thunderbolt implementation that exposes DisplayPort 1.4 over Thunderbolt 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot compatible with: systems lacking Thunderbolt 3 or SFF‑8644 SAS host interfaces unless an approved gateway or adapter is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003eThe OWC Archive Pro LTO tape drive communicates over a SAS connection and requires a driver to enable this interface. For downloading and installing instructions, please consult \u003cspan style=\"color: #3598db;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #3598db;\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/manuals\/owc-archive-pro-mac-atto-sas-hba-driver-instructions-support-article\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eATTO Express SAS HBA Driver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Setup for Mac or \u003cspan style=\"color: #3598db;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #3598db;\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/manuals\/owc-archive-pro-windows-atto-sas-hba-driver-instructions-support-article\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eATTO Express SAS HBA Driver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Setup for Windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Videos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\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 \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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- og_design_guide_fingerprint:5f51851236e353164242722362060b55 --\u003e","brand":"OWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56093373694338,"sku":"OWCTBLTMP70000H","price":4841.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/5707\/9599\/files\/e85b1eeee1ff48148165a0701d833b61.avif?v=1765873938","url":"https:\/\/flexxmemory.co.uk\/products\/owc-archive-pro-thunderbolt-lto-7-tape-storage-archiving-solution","provider":"Flexx International Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}