SymplyATOM2 is the next generation of Symply's LTO tape drive management and diagnostic software - rebuilt from the ground up to be faster, more reliable, and available on both macOS and Windows for the first time. BETA
SymplyATOM2 is now available as a public beta release (v2.0.2.x), with a full release planned for Summer 2026.
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What is SymplyATOM2?
SymplyATOM2 is a cross-platform LTO tape drive diagnostic and management utility designed to give both casual and expert-level users access to essential tape operations, diagnostics, firmware management, and LTFS tools - without requiring command-line knowledge or third-party utilities.
It replaces the original SymplyATOM with a modern, purpose-built application that resolves all known stability limitations of the previous version while introducing substantial new capabilities.
What’s New
Cross-Platform Support
SymplyATOM2 is available on both macOS and Windows - bringing the full suite of Symply LTO management tools to Windows users for the first time. Each version is built natively for its platform.
Faster, Smarter Diagnostics
Diagnostic tests in SymplyATOM2 use a new native SCSI diagnostic engine that communicates directly with your LTO drive hardware, providing faster results and detailed per-step reporting. Each test step reports individually - so when a problem is found, you and Symply Support can pinpoint exactly where it occurred.
Integrated Support Workflow NEW
Previously, troubleshooting required you to manually save diagnostic logs, locate them on disk, and email them to Symply Support. SymplyATOM2 has a built-in Submit to Support function that packages your diagnostic results and uploads them directly to Symply’s support infrastructure - linked to your existing support ticket. This removes the manual steps and gets your issue to the right engineer faster.
LTFS Check & Repair NEW
SymplyATOM2 introduces a complete tape health and recovery toolset with no equivalent in the original SymplyATOM. When a tape is detected, SymplyATOM2 automatically reads its LTFS index and presents volume information and generation history. From there, four operations are available:
| Operation | Safety | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Verify | Non-destructive | Checks tape consistency without modifying any data |
| Rollback | Destructive | Rolls back to a previous generation of the tape index |
| Deep Recovery | Destructive | Attempts to recover a damaged tape structure |
| Full Recovery | Destructive | Comprehensive recovery - used when Deep Recovery reports missing files |
Full Write Test NEW
An end-to-end media verification test that writes incompressible data across the entire tape surface. This is particularly useful for validating new media or investigating suspected media defects, as it exercises the full capacity of the tape and drive write path.
Firmware Management with Signature Verification NEW
SymplyATOM2 introduces a managed firmware upgrade workflow. Firmware files are hosted on Symply’s cloud infrastructure and digitally signed - SymplyATOM2 verifies each signature before applying an upgrade, protecting against corrupted or tampered firmware files. For iSCSI-connected drives, post-upgrade reconnection is handled automatically.
Proactive Drive Reporting
Structured, organised log output across all operations. Every diagnostic test, log retrieval, and firmware action writes to a dedicated, timestamped folder under the application’s log directory. Logs are retained automatically for 30 days, so historical results are always available when you need them.
System Requirements
| Platform | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) or later |
| Windows | Windows 10 or Windows 11 |
| LTO drives | LTO-6 through LTO-10 (IBM ULTRIUM series) connected via a supported Symply product |
Supported Hardware
Symply Products
SymplyATOM2 is designed to work with the following Symply LTO products:
- SymplyDIT
- SymplyPRO
- SymplyPRO 1U Rackmount
- SymplyPRO 2U Rackmount
- SymplyPRO XTL
LTO Drive Generations
LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8, LTO-9 and LTO-10 (IBM ULTRIUM series).
Connection Types
- Thunderbolt
- SAS
- Ethernet (iSCSI)
Download
SymplyATOM2 v2.0.2.x (Beta)
Download the installer for your platform:
⬇ Download for macOS ⬇ Download for Windows
⬇ Download macOS (Intel)Installation Instructions
Full installation instructions are provided for your chosen platform:
SymplyATOM2 Installation (macOS)
SymplyATOM2 Installation (Windows)
Known Limitations (Beta)
The following limitations are known in the current beta release and are being actively addressed ahead of the commercial release:
- The beta release includes a compile-time expiry date. When a new beta build is available, you will need to download and install the updated version to continue using SymplyATOM2.
- Windows code signing is not yet in place - Windows Defender or SmartScreen may prompt you to approve the application on first launch.
Support & Feedback
If you have questions, encounter issues, or would like to provide feedback on the SymplyATOM2 beta, please submit a support ticket.
For installation guidance and detailed how-to articles, please refer to the following support resources:
If you have any questions please submit a [support ticket]