SymplyDIT LTO XTH: The Professional's Choice for On-Set Archiving

Meet the SymplyDIT LTO-XTH, a comprehensive archive and transfer system engineered from the ground up for the demanding environments of on-set production and DIT workflows. This isn't a repurposed IT device; it's a purpose-built tool designed in collaboration with media professionals to streamline your data management pipeline. The LTO-XTH combines the reliability of LTO tape with the speed of modern solid-state media in a single, elegant desktop unit.

At its core, the LTO-XTH features a rugged metal alloy enclosure, a premium whisper-quiet fan, and a high-quality power supply, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of production while remaining unobtrusive on set. Its unique multi-access technology is a game-changer, featuring integrated docking for both Atomos media caddies and any standard 2.5” SSD. This allows for incredibly fast, all-in-one DIT operations—ingest from your camera media and archive directly to LTO tape without a tangle of extra devices and cables.

Connectivity is robust and versatile. Two Thunderbolt 3 ports provide daisy-chaining capabilities and up to 60W of power delivery to fast-charge your laptop. For maximum flexibility, SAS expansion and host connectivity are also built-in, allowing you to connect additional SAS devices or integrate the LTO-XTH into non-Thunderbolt workstations. This system supports the Linear Tape File System (LTFS), which enables simple drag-and-drop file operations, just like a standard hard drive. To get you started right away, every unit ships with our powerful SymplyATOM management software, a data cartridge, a cleaning cartridge, and a 2m active Thunderbolt 3 cable.

Please note: This unit ships by default in a single LTO drive configuration. It can be easily upgraded to a dual-drive setup by adding a second LTO-7, LTO-8, or LTO-9 drive module.

Key Features

All-in-One DIT Workflow: Combines LTO tape archiving with a removable 2.5” SSD bay for ingest and transfer.
Flexible Media Docking: Natively supports Atomos Master Caddies and SSDs from devices like the Hyperdeck Shuttle.
Future-Proof LTO Support: Available with LTO-7, LTO-8, and LTO-9 drive configurations to meet any project's needs.
Professional-Grade Build: Features a rugged metal alloy enclosure with a whisper-quiet fan and premium internal power supply.
Powerful Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports (with 60W power delivery) and built-in SAS host/expansion ports.
Included SymplyATOM Software: Simplifies tape operations, management, and maintenance tasks.
LTFS & Encryption Support: Allows for drag-and-drop file access and secures data with AES 256-bit encryption.
Ready to Use: Includes a 2m Thunderbolt 3 cable, LTO data cartridge, and LTO cleaning cartridge.
Secure and Reliable: Features a Kensington Lock slot, SymplyLOCK for drive security, and a standard 3-year warranty.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
General
Product Name	SymplyDIT LTO XTH
Form Factor	Desktop
Drive Bays	1 or 2 (Half Height)
Power Supply	Internal 200W (110V~240V), Typical 171W
Connectivity
Host Interface	2 x Thunderbolt 3 (with 60W PD), 1 x SAS SFF-8088
Expansion Interface	1 x SAS SFF-8644
Performance & Capacity (per drive)
LTO-9 Performance	Up to 750 MB/s (compressed); 18TB Native / 45TB Compressed
LTO-8 Performance	Up to 750 MB/s (compressed); 12TB Native / 30TB Compressed
LTO-7 Performance	Up to 750 MB/s (compressed); 6TB Native / 15TB Compressed
Operating System Support
Thunderbolt 3 Interface	macOS 10.13+, Windows 10, Windows Server 2016/2019
SAS Interface	macOS, Windows, RHEL 7.8/8.2, SLES 12, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS

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