OWC Archive Pro LTO-8 Thunderbolt 3 Tape Drive - 12TB Native / 30TB Compressed

The OWC Archive Pro LTO-8 tape drive delivers enterprise-grade archival storage with the speed and simplicity of Thunderbolt 3. Unlike bulky autoloaders or slow USB tape drives, this desktop unit connects directly to your Mac or PC and streams data at up to 360 MB/s native — making it one of the fastest single-drive LTO solutions for creative professionals and small studios.

Highlights

• LTO-8 technology: 12 TB native, up to 30 TB compressed per cartridge
• Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining and maximum bandwidth
• Hardware AES-256 encryption for secure offsite storage
• LTFS support for drag-and-drop file access like a hard drive
• Includes Thunderbolt 3 cable and trial software for archive workflows

In daily use

Connect the Archive Pro to any Thunderbolt 3-equipped Mac or Windows PC and it appears as a high-speed tape device. Use the bundled YoYotta LTFS trial to mount tapes as volumes, or integrate with Archiware P5 for automated backup and archiving. The internal fan keeps the drive cool during long backup sessions, while the external power adapter ensures stable operation even when daisy-chaining other devices.

Full specifications

• LTO generation: LTO-8 (read/write LTO-8, read LTO-7 Type M)
• Native capacity: 12 TB per tape
• Compressed capacity: up to 30 TB (2.5:1)
• Native transfer rate: up to 360 MB/s
• Compressed transfer rate: up to 900 MB/s
• Interface: 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
• Buffer size: 1 GB
• Encryption: AES-256 bit hardware
• LTFS support: Yes
• Compatible OS: macOS 10.12 or later, Windows 10 or later
• Power supply: External AC adapter
• Cooling: Internal fan
• Included cables: Thunderbolt 3 cable
• Included software: Archiware P5 Archive (trial), YoYotta LTFS (trial)
• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS
• Warranty: 3-Year OWC Limited Warranty

Final note

For long-term data preservation with uncompromising speed and security, the OWC Archive Pro LTO-8 is the professional's choice — a reliable, high-capacity tape backup solution that fits on your desk.