SymplyPRO XTL 8: Compact 1U LTO-7 Autoloader for Reliable Data Protection
In an era of ever-expanding data and increasing cyber threats, securing your digital assets with a reliable, long-term, and cost-effective solution is paramount. The SymplyPRO XTL 8-Slot Autoloader is engineered to be the perfect entry-point into professional automated tape storage. It delivers the enterprise-class reliability and robust features of LTO technology in a compact and affordable 1U rackmount form factor, making it ideal for small to medium-sized businesses, production facilities, and departmental workgroups.
Built on field-proven technology trusted by the world's largest organizations, the SymplyPRO XTL 8 provides a seamless, set-and-forget data protection strategy. This model comes equipped with a high-performance LTO-7 tape drive and an 8-slot cartridge magazine, enabling automated backup and archive jobs without manual intervention. With its native 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) interface, it integrates effortlessly into your existing SAN environment, ensuring high-speed data transfers and compatibility with all leading backup and archive software.
Tape remains the undisputed champion for long-term archiving due to its 30-year media lifespan, low cost per terabyte, and inherent "air-gap" security against ransomware. The SymplyPRO XTL 8 is not just a solution for today; it's an investment in the future. The chassis is designed to support future LTO drive generations, including LTO-9, allowing you to scale your capacity up to 144TB (uncompressed) in the same 1U chassis. Management is simplified through an intuitive front-panel touchscreen and a secure web-based interface, giving you complete control from anywhere. Backed by a comprehensive 3-year warranty and industry-leading support, the SymplyPRO XTL 8 is the smart, secure, and scalable choice for safeguarding your most valuable data.
Key Features
- Compact & Efficient: Space-saving 1U rackmount design fits easily into any standard server rack.
- Automated Workflow: Features 8 LTO cartridge slots for unattended backup and archiving operations.
- High-Performance Drive: Includes one half-height LTO-7 tape drive for a balance of capacity and speed.
- Seamless Integration: Equipped with an 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) port for high-speed connectivity in SAN environments.
- Future-Proof Design: Chassis supports simple, on-demand upgrades to future LTO generations (e.g., LTO-8, LTO-9).
- No Hidden Costs: Free from restrictive and costly capacity-on-demand or partitioning licenses.
- Intuitive Management: Easily manage and monitor the library via the front panel touchscreen or a secure remote web GUI.
- Unmatched Support: Comes with a 3-year warranty, including industry-leading technical support.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
| Model | SymplyPRO XTL 8 (SPRO-XTL8-1L7H-F8) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Cartridge Slots | 8 |
| Included Tape Drive | 1 x LTO-7 Half-Height |
| Connectivity | 1 x 8Gb Fibre Channel (FC) Port |
| Capacity (with included LTO-7) | Up to 48TB (Uncompressed) / 120TB (Compressed 2.5:1) |
| Max Potential Capacity | Up to 144TB (Uncompressed) with LTO-9 Drive Upgrade |
| Management | Front Panel Touchscreen & Secure Web-based GUI |
| Warranty | 3-Year Advanced Parts Replacement |
Shipping policy
Any items which are in stock, will be dispatched immediately - same day if possible and morning of the following business day at the latest. Items which are not in stock at our local warehouse will be routed to us, and dispatched immediately upon arrival to us. In that case, the estimated dispatch time is noted on the product page.
Note that you are always welcome to email info@dittools.eu or call (+372) 5556 0057 for a more accurate shipping time estimate, as this does vary depending on a number of factors.
Standard shipping
Unless otherwise noted, all items are shipped standard via DPD. We normally ship to European Union countries only – do contact us for possible exceptions, particularly other European mainland countries. Shipping times vary between 1 to 10 business days within Europe – an up to date estimate will be given at checkout.
Express shipping
Our shipping partner for expedited deliveries is DHL Express; please contact us directly for a quote.
Returning an item
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return your item(s) for a full refund within 14 days of confirmed delivery.
Special sales, demo items and promotions may have modified return policies. If an item from a bundle is returned for refund, the total bundle discount or the total value of the gifts will get deducted from the returned item prior to issuing a refund. If the bundle discount (or gift value) exceeds the value of the returned item, the difference must be paid to be able to return the item.
Return autorization
If you would like to return any item(s), please contact us by either emailing info@dittools.eu or calling (+372) 5556 0057. We will share with you a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) code and ask that you clearly mark this code outside of your shipping box as you ship your item(s) back for a refund.
You will be liable for the shipping and any applicable customs/duty fees returning the item(s).
Incorrect items
If the return is made due to a faulty product, or an incorrectly shipped product, or if you are returning the item(s) due to a defect, or functionality issue, or because it is not the item you have ordered, we will gladly email or mail a return shipping label covering all shipping related expenses. In order to determine whether the return is initiated due to a technical problem, we may ask for you to provide visual support like images or a video on the item(s).
Shipping
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DIT Supplies OÜ cannot be held accountable for return shipments that have not reached us or returns made without RMA codes. We strongly advise that if you are returning the item(s) with a carrier of your choice that you use a traceable shipping method.
It may take 4-5 business days for your return to reach us. Once it is received and inspected, your refund will be processed and automatically applied to your credit card or original method of payment within 14 business days. Please note that depending on your credit card company, it may take an additional 2-4 business days after your credit is applied for it to post to your account.
Customs, duties & taxes
There are no customs duties or taxes on orders shipping within the EU. Orders shipped outside of the EU may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees collected by the destination country. The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to such import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are collected once a shipment reaches the recipient's country. Additional charges for customs clearance must be paid for by the recipient; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. Customs policies vary widely from country to country; and when customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original delivery estimates. We advise that you contact your local customs office for more information.