UNITEX LTFS

Achieve continuous support and functional enhancement for the Linear Tape File System (LTFS) to securely and easily store large volumes of data.
Ensure safe data archiving with 'UNITEX LTFS'.

UNITEX LTFS3000

The Basic Concept and Importance of LTFS

What is LTFS?

The Linear Tape File System (LTFS) is an innovative file system that allows LTO (Linear Tape-Open) tapes to be used as easily as hard drives. With LTFS, you can save and retrieve data by simply dragging and dropping files through a standard file explorer, eliminating the need for specialized knowledge or proprietary software. This makes data management simple and flexible.

LTFS is an international standard, ensuring compatibility across different vendors. This enables secure and reliable long-term data storage and access.

Key Benefits of LTFS

  • Cost Efficiency: Significantly reduces data storage costs
  • Long-Term Preservation: Enables data storage for up to 30 years
  • Offline Storage: Ideal for ransomware protection
  • High Compatibility: Open standard ensuring interoperability across manufacturers
  • Air-Gap Security: Protects data by physically isolating it from the network

Industry Trends and the Importance of LTFS

Market Trends

Since 2023, there have been significant changes in LTFS software support within Windows environments. Issues such as performance degradation following security updates and the announcement of support discontinuation by certain vendors have left many users concerned about future operations.

Growing Data Volumes

The amount of data handled by businesses continues to grow each year, driving the need for cost-efficient storage solutions. At the same time, the importance of offline storage has increased as a safeguard against ransomware threats.

Industries That Require LTFS

Media & Broadcasting

Ideal for long-term storage of high-resolution video data, supporting the growing demand for 4K/8K video content.

Research Institutions

Securely stores and preserves vast amounts of experimental and observational data over the long term.

Manufacturing

Long-term archiving of critical data such as design drawings and inspection records.

Healthcare Institutions

Safe and long-term storage of medical images and patient data.

Surveillance Systems

Efficient storage of large volumes of surveillance camera footage and quick retrieval when needed.

Government & Municipalities

Secure long-term storage and management of official documents and critical records.

UNITEX LTFS - Next-Generation LTFS Solution

Proprietary Advanced LTFS Technology

"UNITEX LTFS" is a software that features a proprietary LTFS driver developed to address the challenges of LTFS. Leveraging our accumulated expertise and track record, we have achieved continuous LTFS support for Windows environments. Compatible with LTO-9 drives, it ensures ongoing support for future standards. Utilizing tape media with a maximum capacity of 18TB, it meets the growing demands for data storage.

Features:
Proprietary LTFS Driver Guaranteed Continuous Support LTO-9 Compatibility Multi-Vendor Support
Next-Generation LTFS Solution

7 Innovative Features


Seamless Drive Letter Assignment

Automatically assigns drive letters with simple operations, enabling intuitive usability for users.


Smooth Tape Ejection

Enhanced operability improves data handling efficiency and provides a seamless workflow.


Volume Name Change Feature

Equipped with a volume name change feature, enabling efficient tape management and clear labeling.


Latest Security Compliance

Fully compatible with Windows security updates after March 2023, ensuring a stable operating environment.


Compatibility Preservation

Maintains compatibility with existing LTFS formats, allowing continued use of your current tape assets.


Auto Tape Ejection

Automatically ejects tapes during shutdown to prevent potential issues caused by forgotten tapes, ensuring smooth and trouble-free operation.

Multi-Vendor Support

Compatible with LTO drives from major manufacturers such as
IBM, HPE, Quantum, Overland-Tandberg, and mLogic.

UNITEX ArchiveLT - Archive Solution

Advanced Archiving Features

"UNITEX ArchiveLT" is a solution that works in conjunction with "UNITEX LTFS" to provide robust support for data archiving. It is compatible with the latest OS environments and offers a wide range of archiving functionalities.

Windows Server 2025 Compatibility

Verified to operate seamlessly in the latest OS environment and is prepared for future updates.

Integration with LTO Library Devices

Enables flexible integration with tape autoloaders and library devices.

Large-Scale Data Management

A data management system offering exceptional convenience, flexibility, and security for handling large volumes of data.

Fast Data Search

Quickly searches for required data across all LTO tapes.

Technical Specifications and System Requirements

Supported OS and Hardware

Supported OS

  • Windows 10
  • Windows 11
  • Windows Server 2019
  • Windows Server 2022
  • Windows Server 2025

Supported LTO Drives

  • LTO5/6/7/8/9
  • Compatible with drives from major manufacturers