LTO tape backup – long-term data archiving
LTO tape backup is a proven solution for long-term data archiving. Tapes offer low storage costs and excellent protection against ransomware thanks to physical isolation.
What is LTO tape backup?
LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is a magnetic tape technology used for data backup and archiving for over 20 years. LTO tapes offer the lowest storage cost per GB, longevity (30+ years), and natural ransomware protection through the ability to physically disconnect from the network (air-gap). It’s the ideal solution for regulatory-compliant archiving.
How does LTO tape backup work?
- 1 analysis of archiving and regulatory requirements
- 2 Configuration of retention policies and schedules
- 3 Automated data backup to LTO tapes in our Data Center
- 4 Data integrity verification after writing
- 5 Professional tape storage
- 6 Optional storage of copies at a second location
- 7 Cataloging and managing the lifecycle of tapes
Benefits of LTO tape backup
Tape archive security
LTO tapes offer unique security: physical isolation from the network (air-gap) makes them resistant to cyberattacks. Backups stored on tapes can be encrypted. WORM tapes ensure immutability – ideal for regulatory compliance. Storage in appropriate facilities with access control guarantees physical security.
How do we manage LTO tapes?
Each client receives dedicated LTO media purchased exclusively for their needs. We do not share tapes between different clients, thus guaranteeing complete data separation. The tapes are stored in an appropriate location, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, in our Data Center in Poland. This ensures they retain their durability and reliability for many years. We offer delivery of tapes to the client’s specified address, allowing the archive to be stored at their own location or in a safe.
Who is LTO tape backup for?
Financial institutions
Long-term document retention required
Public sector
Archiving in compliance with archival laws
Small and medium-sized businesses
Desire to have an independent, physical backup copy
Law firms
Long-term storage of client documents
Manufacturing companies
Archiving of technical and design documentation
Important and critical sectors
Compliance with NIS2, KSC, ISO 27001 or other regulations related to business continuity
Did you know?
- 1 We offer flexible LTO tape backup models: one-time backup, weekly, monthly or quarterly subscription, as well as a tape rotation model.
- 2 An LTO-8 tape can store up to 30TB of data (with compression) – that's equivalent to around 6 million high-resolution photos!
- 3 LTO technology has been developed by a consortium of HP, IBM and Quantum since 2000 and remains the archiving standard in the largest corporations.
- 4 The cost of storing 1TB of data on LTO tapes is up to 10x lower than on hard drives, with significantly longer media lifespan.
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