Quantum LTO-9 Tape Drive Half Height Tabletop Kit
The Quantum LTO-9 tape drive is engineered for organizations requiring secure, high-capacity backup and archive storage with long-term data retention. This half-height tabletop model delivers enterprise-grade performance in a compact form factor, protecting up to 45 TB of data per cartridge with assumed compression. Ideal for IT departments, data centers, and compliance-focused businesses, this LTO-9 half-height drive combines reliability with cost-effective storage solutions. The kit includes DATASTOR backup software with deduplication, providing a complete tape-based backup solution ready for deployment.
Key Features
- 45 TB native capacity per cartridge with compression support
- 12Gb/s SAS interface for high-speed data transfer
- Half-height tabletop form factor for flexible deployment
- DATASTOR backup software with deduplication included
- TAA compliant for government and regulated environments
- Enterprise-grade security and data protection
- Long-term archival storage with proven reliability
- Complete kit ready for immediate implementation
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Quantum |
| Part Number |
TD-L92BN-AR |
| Product Type |
LTO-9 Tape Drive |
| Form Factor |
Half Height Tabletop |
| Interface |
12Gb/s SAS |
| Native Capacity |
18 TB per cartridge |
| Compressed Capacity |
45 TB per cartridge |
| Color |
Black |
| Compliance |
TAA Compliant (Nam/Lam Only) |
| Included Software |
DATASTOR Backup with Deduplication |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an LTO-9 tape drive used for?
The LTO-9 tape drive is primarily used for enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data archival. Organizations use it to protect critical data while meeting compliance and retention requirements cost-effectively.
How much data can the Quantum LTO-9 store?
This half-height model stores 18 TB natively per cartridge, or up to 45 TB with compression enabled, making it ideal for backing up large datasets efficiently.
Is the LTO-9 half-height drive suitable for small businesses?
Yes. The tabletop form factor and included DATASTOR software make this LTO-9 half-height tape drive accessible for small to mid-sized organizations seeking reliable, affordable backup solutions without requiring extensive IT infrastructure.
What makes TAA compliance important?
TAA compliance ensures the product meets U.S. government procurement standards, making it suitable for federal agencies, contractors, and organizations with regulatory requirements.
