OWC Launches OWC Archive Pro Ethernet Network-based LTO Backup and Archiving Solution

OWC Launches OWC Archive Pro Ethernet Network-based LTO Backup and Archiving Solution

Brie Clayton April 9, 2025

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Will Premiere New OWC Archive Pro Ethernet at NAB 2025

Other World Computing (OWC ), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the launch of the OWC Archive Pro Ethernet, a fast and reliable network-based LTO backup and archiving solution engineered for media and entertainment (M&E) pros, government agencies, and any sized business that needs to protect large volumes of critical data.

The new and powerful OWC Archive Pro Ethernet can be seen for the first time - live - at NAB 2025, taking place April 5-9, 2025, in Las Vegas, at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), in OWC Booth SUL2 and ATTO Booth South Hall Lower - SL5616.

With the OWC Archive Pro Ethernet tapes are accessed like a normal drive, files appear in folders, and moving/retrieving files is drag-and-drop easy. Thanks to built-in ATTO XstreamCORE 8100T technology, the OWC Archive Pro Ethernet can be placed in a separate room or different building for enhanced security, less noise, better host compatibility, and improved user collaboration. With up to 76% cost savings versus HDD-based archiving plus a tape shelf life of 30 years vs. seven years for unpowered HDDs, the OWC Archive Pro Ethernet offers the best ROI of any storage format.

OWC Archive Pro Ethernet Key Features/Functionality: Optimized (High-Speed) Data Transfers at Scale - Support for network-based shareable storage access via iSCSI

Powered by ATTO XstreamCORE 8100T Technology - an industry-leading bridging platform that shares up to four SAS tape drives over a 10Gb iSCSI Ethernet network

ATTO Xtend SAN iSCSI Initiator for macOS enables macOS users to have a reliable, secure, highly interoperable connection to iSCSI storage

Instant ROI Offers a 501% ROI with up to 76% lower cost vs HDD storage

Stores More Up to 18TB native, up to 45TB compressed storage capacity per tape cartridge

Fast Tape Creation Up to 400MB/s native, up to 1000MB/s compressed transfer rates

Two 10GbE Ports Effortless integration into existing infrastructure, ensuring shared connectivity for demanding media and backup workflows

Flexible Built-in IBM LTO-7, LTO-8, or LTO-9 made in Japan premium drive options

Intuitive Simple GUI for managing and configuring network settings

Easy Drag, drop, and retrieve files with the included Hedge Canister archiving app a $399 value

LTFS Compatible Archive files/folders with drag and drop ease and no proprietary software/hardware concerns

Secure: TAA compliant; supports AES 256-bit encryption for sensitive data

Compliance Ready Supports non-LTFS compatible WORM cartridges required by legal and regulatory record-keeping

Complete Includes LTO-data tape and cleaning tape

Certified: Meets Intel Thunderbolt and OWC operating certifications for assured performance and reliability on MacOS and Windows

The OWC Archive Pro Ethernet has a thorough set of features that will appeal to creative professionals and businesses that need to manage big data, said Timothy J. Klein, President and CEO, ATTO Technology. Mac users will appreciate being able to add Xtend SAN iSCSI Initiator software as well. It's been great working with OWC to develop this well-rounded product.

At OWC, we're dedicated to providing innovative storage solutions that among other things make data protection effortless, said Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO, Other World Computing (OWC). The OWC Archive Pro Ethernet combines the reliability and cost savings of LTO tape with the simplicity of network-based access. By integrating Hedge Canister, we're making archiving as intuitive as drag-and-drop ensuring users can safeguard their valuable data for decades to come. He continued, And, with ATTO's industry-leading connectivity solutions, we've ensured high-speed, low-latency performance for seamless access over a network. Whether in media production, enterprise IT, or government, this is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it backup solution secure, scalable, and built for the future.

With general availability (GA) shipment planned for April 2025, the OWC Archive Pro Ethernet will be offered in LTO-7, LTO-8, and LTO-9 configurations, with each solution including a tape cartridge, cleaning cartridge, Ethernet cable, and Hedge Canister software, with a starting price of $7,799. To learn more and purchase, please visit owc.com.

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