Tape is not dead… it has just evolved.

Cost and security are two reasons why companies are using non-cloud based storage. As cloud storage costs rise, especially if they are priced in a foreign currency and exchange rates rise, companies are looking for alternatives. Storing your data in a way that is disconnected form the internet is also attractive for some companies to prevent data hacking and scraping to train AI systems.

Network and storage connectivity solutions company ATTO Technology  showcased its ATTO XstreamCORE® Intelligent Bridges integrated with the IBM® Diamondback Tape Library at the 2025 NAB Show.

This solution, connecting SAS tape drives to Ethernet networks via iSCSI, delivers powerful backup and archiving capabilities tailored for larger media studios managing post-production workflows and long-term storage of completed works or raw footage.

In the media and entertainment industry, studios face the challenge of managing vast libraries of high-resolution content, from raw footage to finalized productions. The ATTO XstreamCORE and IBM Diamondback Tape Library solution addresses this by seamlessly linking high-capacity tape storage to Ethernet networks, offering a cost-effective and efficient way to archive valuable assets and streamline post-production backups. It gives larger studios the ability to preserve their creative output while maintaining accessibility within their existing infrastructure.

Dexcribed as “a cornerstone of modern media workflows,” this solution empowers studios with scalable, secure archiving and backup that “integrates effortlessly into their post-production environments,” according to Tim Klein, President and CEO of ATTO Technology

Solution Benefits:

• Robust Archiving: Preserve completed projects or raw footage on high-capacity tape, ideal for long-term studio storage.

• Efficient Post-Production Backups: Offload large datasets from editing systems to tape, optimizing workflow efficiency.

• Cost-Effective Scalability: Expand storage capacity to accommodate growing libraries of 4K, 8K, and future formats.

• Seamless Studio Integration: Connect tape storage to Ethernet-based networks, simplifying data management for large-scale operations.

This solution is designed for larger studios engaged in post-production—where protecting dailies, renders, and final cuts is paramount—and for archiving extensive catalogs of finished content or unedited footage. The IBM Diamondback Tape Library offers enterprise-grade capacity and reliability, making it a perfect fit for centralized studio environments.

At NAB the company highlighted the integration alongside its latest connectivity innovations, reinforcing its commitment to media and entertainment workflows.The solution is a supported configuration in the IBM System Storage Interoperation Center (SSIC), ensuring compatibility and reliability for users adopting this technology.