Overland-Tandberg NEOxl-Series LTO-9 Dual-port FC Add-on Drive

Introducing the Overland-Tandberg NEOxl-Series LTO-9 Dual-port Fibre Channel Add-on Drive, a purpose-built data protection engine engineered for modern enterprises facing expanding data volumes, strict recovery objectives, and stringent security requirements. This LTO-9 tape drive is designed to slot into standard server and storage infrastructures as a compact, half-height internal module, delivering a compelling blend of massive archival capacity, dependable performance, and robust security features. With native capacities up to 18 TB and compressed capacities up to 45 TB, the NEOxl-Series extends your backup and archival strategy, enabling you to consolidate data across fewer tapes, streamline retention policies, and reduce the operational footprint of your tape library. The drive’s Linear Serpentine recording technology maximizes data density on the tape surface while maintaining the long-term reliability that enterprise environments demand, making it an ideal choice for organizations that require durable, scalable archival storage. In addition to capacity and performance, encryption is a cornerstone of this solution, helping protect data at rest in accordance with contemporary security and regulatory standards. When paired with dual-port Fibre Channel connectivity, you gain enhanced fault tolerance, multipath I/O, and resilient access to storage resources across SANs, which is critical for disaster recovery (DR) planning, remote replication, and zero-downtime backup operations. The internal, half-height form factor ensures straightforward integration into existing server racks or storage enclosures without sacrificing space for other critical components, while maintaining compatibility with a broad ecosystem of backup software and tape libraries. For IT teams tasked with meeting tight backup windows and maintaining auditable data integrity, the NEOxl-Series LTO-9 Add-on Drive offers a balanced mix of capacity, security, and performance that scales with your organization’s needs today and in the years to come. As data protection increasingly becomes a differentiator for customer trust and regulatory compliance, this drive stands out for delivering enterprise-grade features in a compact, easy-to-deploy package that slots into your Fibre Channel fabric with minimal disruption.

• Massive LTO-9 capacity with efficient compression The drive delivers up to 18 TB native capacity and up to 45 TB compressed, enabling you to consolidate backups and archives, reduce cartridge counts, and simplify retention policies. With LTO-9’s enhanced data density and improved media reliability, you can safeguard years of business data in a compact footprint while maintaining predictable write/read performance across large datasets. This combination translates into meaningful cost savings, fewer media-handling steps, and smoother offsite rotation for DR readiness.
• Dual-port Fibre Channel interface for high availability The NEOxl-Series add-on drive provides dual-port Fibre Channel connectivity, enabling multipath I/O, path redundancy, and optimized throughput in SAN environments. This configuration supports seamless failover and load balancing, which translates into higher backup throughput, lower risk during maintenance windows, and more reliable data access for DR testing and rapid restores when time matters most.
• Internal, half-height design for flexible deployment This drive is built as an internal, half-height module, making it easy to integrate into standard server bays or storage enclosures without adding extraneous footprint. The compact form factor preserves rack density and simplifies cabling, while maintaining room for other devices in dense data-center environments. Its internal design also aids in thermal management and energy efficiency, helping you maintain a well-organized, scalable backup infrastructure.
• High-speed data transfer and strong security With a compressed transfer rate of up to 786.43 MB/s, this LTO-9 drive accelerates backup windows, accelerates DR simulations, and reduces downtime during maintenance cycles. Encryption is included to protect data at rest, aligning with modern security best practices and regulatory requirements. This combination of speed and security helps organizations meet strict data protection mandates while preserving fast recovery capabilities for business continuity.
• Reliable media handling and broad compatibility Linear Serpentine recording optimizes data density and reliability across long archival lifetimes, delivering robust performance for routine backups as well as occasional full archival sweeps. The NEOxl-Series is designed to work with a wide range of enterprise backup software and tape libraries, providing predictable behavior and compatibility with established data protection workflows. This helps simplify deployment, reduces support overhead, and improves overall resilience in archival strategies.

Technical Details of Overland-Tandberg NEOxl-Series LTO-9 Dual-port FC Add-on Drive

• Technology: LTO-9 Ultrium
• Native capacity: 18 TB
• Compressed capacity: 45 TB (typical; depends on data type and compression)
• Interface: Dual Port Fibre Channel
• Form factor: Internal, Half Height
• Data transfer rate (compressed): Up to 786.43 MB/s
• Recording method: Linear Serpentine
• Encryption: Yes, data-at-rest encryption
• Compatibility: Designed for enterprise backup environments and SAN architectures

How to install Overland-Tandberg NEOxl-Series LTO-9 Dual-port FC Add-on Drive

• Power down and unplug the server or storage system; verify that you have a compatible internal half-height bay and available Fibre Channel connectivity.
• Open the chassis and position the NEOxl-Series LTO-9 add-on drive into the designated internal bay; secure with mounting screws as required.
• Connect dual Fibre Channel cables from the drive to the FC host bus adapters or switch fabric; ensure proper routing and label cables for future maintenance.
• Power on the system and verify the drive is detected by the operating system and backup software; install any recommended firmware updates if prompted by the vendor.
• Configure zoning and path management in your FC fabric as needed, enable multipath I/O for redundancy, and perform a test backup to confirm correct operation and media recognition.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the native capacity of the LTO-9 drive? A: 18 TB native capacity, with up to 45 TB compressed depending on data and compression ratios.
• Q: What interfaces does the drive offer? A: Dual-port Fibre Channel for high availability and SAN connectivity.
• Q: Is the drive internal or external? A: Internal, half-height form factor designed for standard server racks and storage enclosures.
• Q: Does it support encryption? A: Yes, it includes encryption to protect data at rest.
• Q: What is the data transfer rate? A: Up to 786.43 MB/s compressed throughput; actual performance varies with data type and compression.