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DLT IV tape cartridge
DLT IV tape cartridges store up to 20-40 gigabytes of uncompressed data, or up to 40-80 gigabytes with 2:1 data compression. This storage capacity makes DLT IV cartridges well suited for storing, archiving and backing up data in mid-range systems. StorageTek offers DLT IV tape cartridges via a partnership with Quantum Corporation.
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Spec Summary
  
Capacity, native (uncompressed):35/40 GB; DLT 7000, DLT 8000
Supported tape drives:DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT 8000
Archival life:15-30 years
 
Related Documents
Product CollateralTechnical Information
New versus recertified tape offering collateral (pdf 308K Dec 2004)
Tape media comparison (pdf 60K Mar 2005)
 
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ApplicationsTop

Backup and restore
Using the DLT 8000 tape drive with DLT IV tape cartridges for backup and restore increases performance without requiring library, software or media changes to existing DLT tape environments. DLT IV tape cartridges are in use in many environments, reducing effort required to insert the DLT 8000 tape drive.

Disaster recovery
The DLT 8000 tape drive with DLT IV tape cartridges is an excellent expansion tool for disaster recovery environments built on DLT technology. DLT IV tape cartridges are in use in many environments, reducing effort required to insert the DLT 8000 tape drive.

Archiving
DLT 8000 tape drives with DLT IV tape cartridges are a practical choice for efficient archiving of growing volumes of business data. Expansion of existing archival environments is straightforward because the DLT 8000 is compatible with previous DLT tape generations using DLT IV tape cartridges.

 
BenefitsTop

Reduced costs
Compared with earlier DLT technology, the higher capacities of these economical cartridges can help you reduce the number of tapes to buy and maintain and minimize tape mounts. The maximum capacity of the cartridge depends on which StorageTek DTL tape drive you use.

Enhanced data protection
Unique DLT technology provides enhanced durability. With its simple write-protection switch, this media helps you prevent the loss of valuable data due to incorrect handling.

High reliability
DLT IV media is rated for a shelf life of 30 years and a working life of one million passes.

 
FeaturesTop

Bar-coded number
A unique bar-coded volume/serial (VOLSER) number identifies the tape for the host computer, which then indexes stored files to VOLSER numbers.

Cartridge labeling
Cartridge labeling and system testing are provided standard for all DLT IV tape data cartridges. This is added value from StorageTek.

Lifetime warranty
StorageTek’s SDLT tape cartridges are covered by a lifetime warranty.

 
PricingTop

Pricing varies depending on configuration and selected options. Product pricing does not include associated implementation service costs. Contact the "How to buy" help desk at 1-800-275-4785 (+01-303-673-2800) or 1-877-STK-TAPE for more information.

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SpecificationsTop
Performance
Tape speed
Search and rewind:4.4 m/sec
Read and write:4.1 m/sec
Formulation:Metal particle (MP)
Coercivity:1,850+/-75 Oersteds (147,218 A/m)
Track-following servo:Self recorded
Capacity
 
Capacity, native (uncompressed):35/40 GB; DLT 7000, DLT 8000
Availability
 
Archival life:15-30 years
Long-length durability:1,000,000 (average head passes in typical office/computer environment)
Uncorrected bit error rate:1x10(-17)
Permanent errors:0
Compatibility
 
Supported tape drives:DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT 8000
Number of tracks:N/A
Mechanical
 
Height:1.0 in (25.4 cm)
Width:4.16 in (105.6 cm)
Weight:7.85 oz (3.53 g)
Environmental
Temperature (non-condensing)
Temperature (operating):+50° to +104° F (+10° to +40° C)
Temperature (storage up to four weeks):+61° to +90° F (+16° to +32° C)
Temperature (storage - archive):+64° to +79° F (+18° to +26° C)
Humidity
Relative humidity (operating):20%-80%
Relative humidity (storage up to four weeks):20%-80%
Relative humidity (storage - archive):40%-60%
Wet bulb maximum
Wet bulb max (operating):+77° F (+25° C)
Wet bulb max (storage up to four weeks):+78° F (+26° C)
 
 

 
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