Quantum Enhances Data Protection with Next-Generation DXi9000 Processors
DXi9200: Scalable, Secure, and Designed for Modern Business Resilience
Quantum Corporation (NASDAQ: QMCO), a leader in data management solutions for the AI era, has introduced the DXi9200, the latest generation of its flagship hybrid data protection systems in the DXi9000 series. These systems deliver unparalleled scalability and efficiency, enabling organizations to quickly recover and protect data from threats such as ransomware.
Key Features of the DXi9200
Scalability and Storage Density: The system starts with an initial capacity of 110 TB, scalable up to 2.2 PB in 55 TB increments. With data compression technology of up to 70x and multi-tiered distribution via DXi Cloud Share, the logical capacity can reach up to 462 PB.
Cyber Resilience: The DXi9200 complies with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, offering built-in features such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, and immutable snapshots to safeguard data from alterations or deletions.
Efficiency and Reliability: It delivers 30% faster data processing and recovery, minimizing downtime and enhancing recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO).
Cost-Effectiveness: The DXi9200 doubles the price-to-performance ratio compared to previous models, reducing energy consumption by 25% and increasing storage density by 68%.
Availability of the DXi9200
The system is now available for purchase, either as a one-time capital investment or through the Quantum GO subscription program, which provides flexible pay-as-you-go options.
Financial Results and Strategy
Alongside the DXi9200 launch, Quantum reported its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025:
Revenue was $70.5 million, down from $75.7 million in the prior year, while gross margin improved by 4.9 percentage points to 41.5%.
Subscription revenue grew by 28% year-over-year, reaching $19.6 million.
Quantum continues to invest in innovations, expanding its portfolio with solutions like the DXi T-Series and ActiveScale, which offer competitive advantages such as rapid recovery following cyberattacks. The company also reduced operating expenses by 8%, achieving break-even adjusted EBITDA.
Financial Stability
Quantum is actively addressing its debt burden:
As of the end of September 2024, total debt amounted to $104.7 million for term loans and $28.3 million for revolving credit facilities.
Initiatives such as flexible subscription terms and cost optimizations are aimed at strengthening financial resilience.
About Quantum
Quantum delivers solutions for managing unstructured data, enabling customers to maximize the value of their data. With over 40 years of experience, the company works with clients in fields such as biomedicine, media, government, and scientific research, offering cost-effective platforms tailored to the challenges of the AI era.