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Sony SONDL4TK88-LABEL DL4TK88 DLTtape IV Labeled Data Cartridge DLT
- Type: DLTtape IV Data Cartridge
- Labeling: Labeled
- Brand: Sony
- Capacity: 40GB Native (DLT IV)
- Designed for backup and archival
- Compatible with DLT IV tape drives
- Offers reliable data storage solution
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Product Overview
The Sony SONDL4TK88-LABEL is a DLTtape IV labeled data cartridge. It is designed for high-capacity data backup and archival, offering reliable storage for enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| Media Type | DLTtape IV (DLT IV) |
| Capacity (Native) | 40GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 80GB (2:1) |
Additional Specifications
| Labeling | Labeled |
| Brand | Sony |
Product Description
The Sony SONDL4TK88-LABEL is a DLTtape IV (DLT IV) data cartridge, a popular choice for mid-range to enterprise data backup and archival needs during its era. DLTtape technology, developed by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) and later advanced by Quantum and others, was known for its reliability and capacity. The DLT IV generation offered a significant improvement over previous DLT formats, providing a native storage capacity of 40GB, which could be doubled to 80GB with 2:1 compression. This specific cartridge is labeled, which is a critical feature for managing large tape libraries and ensuring efficient data retrieval. Proper labeling allows administrators to quickly identify the contents and location of backups, streamlining restore operations and media rotation processes. Sony, as a manufacturer of high-quality magnetic media, ensures that these cartridges are built to last and maintain data integrity over extended periods, making them suitable for long-term archival requirements. The DLTtape IV format was widely adopted due to its balance of performance, capacity, and cost-effectiveness. It provided a robust solution for businesses needing to back up significant amounts of data regularly and archive historical information for compliance or business continuity. While newer technologies like LTO have largely superseded DLT, DLT IV cartridges remain relevant for organizations still utilizing compatible tape drives for their backup infrastructure.
