United States
Name:
10066-T
- Description:
- Tandberg DC6525,525MB QIC The Tandberg QIC DC6525 provides 525 MB of native storage capacity and 500MB of compressed capacity for individuals and organizations seeking to successfully backup desktop computers, laptops and other devices.
- Rating:
-
(0)
Added to cart 33 times recently
- Availability:
-
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Data Tape Media
- Condition:
- Warranty:
-
3 - List Price:
-
- Price:
-
Quantity:
1
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Exclusive Bulk Discounts tailored to your order size
Priority Processing with a dedicated account manager
Fast Response: Get your custom quote within 5-10 minutes during business hours (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM PST)
Holiday Bonus: Submissions on holidays receive priority handling the next business day
Shipping:
Payment:
Shipping as per your need
Same-day Shipping
Express Delivery Across the USA
Need it fast? Choose Express Shipping and receive your order within 1–3 business days.
Free Ground Shipping Available
Standard ground delivery across the U.S. takes 2–6 days, depending on your location — no extra charge.
International Shipments Made Simple
For all international orders, we ship via your UPS, FedEx, or DHL account — or to your U.S.-based freight forwarder.
Delivery Timelines
Under 100 KG? Ships Express.
Smaller shipments go via DHL or FedEx Express — delivered worldwide in approximately 3 business days.
Over 100 KG? Ships via Freight.
Larger orders are dispatched through freight forwarding partners. Delivery takes 7–10 business days, globally.
Always Delivered to Your Door
Every shipment is delivered directly to your address — regardless of country or carrier.
Our best-in-class warranties
3-Year Extended Warranty
Extended protection, enterprise-grade.
All enterprise hardware is backed by a 3-year warranty — triple the industry standard — covering defects under normal use.
Professional repairs & replacements.
If a hardware issue is confirmed, we’ll repair or replace the unit. Replacement parts carry either original or 3-month coverage.
RMA process, simplified.
Once an RMA is approved, return the defective unit within 10 days. We handle the rest — no service gaps.
Service Boundaries & Exclusions
What’s covered — and what’s best avoided.
Your warranty covers defects under normal use. For continued protection, avoid accidental damage, unauthorized repairs, third-party parts, or extreme environments.
Know your location’s service type.
In some regions, return-to-factory or remote service may apply. On-site service depends on infrastructure availability.
Minimal documentation required.
To initiate service, just submit the invoice and warranty card — no red tape, no waiting.
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Free 14-Day Returns
Tested it, but it’s not a fit?
Return any product within 14 days of delivery if it doesn’t meet your technical or operational needs.
Initiate returns with ease.
Our RMA process is streamlined — just raise a request, follow the packaging guidelines, and we’ll handle the rest.
Refund or restock, your call.
Changed your mind? Get a refund (restocking fees may apply) or swap with another product.
30-Day Hardware Replacement
Covered for any early faults.
All equipment includes a 30-day replacement warranty. If something goes wrong, we’ll repair or swap it — fast.
Replacements shipped in 10 days or less.
Once your return is inspected and approved, we dispatch the replacement promptly to keep your operations moving.
RMA protocol keeps it smooth.
Just ensure all accessories and original packaging are intact — we’ll take care of the technical validation.
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
10066-T Overview
10066-T-Tandberg DC6525,525MB QIC The Tandberg QIC DC6525 provides 525 MB of native storage capacity and 500MB of compressed capacity for individuals and organizations seeking to successfully backup desktop computers, laptops and other devices. This data cartridge features QIC (Quarter-Inch Cartridge) tape technology, specifically classified as DC6525, and belongs to the QIC-150 tape generation. With its native capacity of 525 MB and support for standard compression, it is a popular choice for routine backups in workstations and servers. The native data transfer rate is approximately 183 KB/s, and a tape length of 615 feet (187.45 m) ensures ample space for extensive data storage tasks.
The Tandberg DC6525 cartridge does not support WORM or hardware encryption, focusing instead on reliable, cost-effective storage and backup. Designed primarily as a standard cartridge for data backup, archiving, and compliance in small office or departmental environments, it offers an archival life of up to 30 years when properly stored. The tape supports use cases like desktop backup, cold storage, and regulatory data compliance, making it a versatile solution for organizations with legacy QIC drives or long-term retention needs.
What is the price of 10066-T?
Pricing for 10066-T is available on request. Get immediate quote or for exclusive discounts, opt for bulk quotation for 10066-T.
Explore more options from Data Tapes or explore other Data Tape Media products.
10066-T Specifications
| Product Type | Data Tape |
| Tape Format | QIC |
| Tape Generation | QIC-150 |
| Cartridge Type | Standard |
| Use Case | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage |
| Native Capacity | 525 MB |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.0 GB |
| Tape Length | 187.45m |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | Up to 0.183 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | Up to 0.366 MB/s |
| Encryption Support | No |
| WORM Support | No |
| Media Type | Magnetic / Rewritable |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 Years |
| Read Compatibility | QIC-150 drives |
| Write Compatibility | QIC-150 drives |
| Tape Color | Black |
| Environment | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving |
| Compliance | N/A |
| Product Name | Tandberg DC6525 QIC-150 Data Cartridge |
| Height | 0.63 |
| Width | 4.09 |
| Depth | 2.5 |
| Weight | 0.33 |
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table
|
|
|
|
|
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archival Life | Up to 10 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years |
| Cartridge Type | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Compliance | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compressed Capacity | 2 GB | 1 GB | 2.4 GB | 2.4 GB | 1.0 GB |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | N/A | Up to 2 MB/s | Up to 3.0 MB/s | N/A | Up to 0.366 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | N/A | Up to 1 MB/s | Up to 1.5 MB/s | Up to 0.610 MB/s | Up to 0.183 MB/s |
| Depth | 2.38 | 2.5 | 2.5 inches | 2.50 inches | 2.5 |
| Encryption Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Environment | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving |
| Height | 0.4 | 0.65 | 0.39 inches | 0.39 inches | 0.63 |
| Media Type | Magnetic | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic | Magnetic / Rewritable |
| Native Capacity | 1 GB | 525 MB | 1.2 GB | 1.2 GB | 525 MB |
| Product Name | Tandberg DC9120 QIC-1000 Magnus 1.2 | Imation QIC DC6525 Data Cartridge, 525MB, P/N 46156 | 21F8730-IBM QIC DC9120 1.2GB Data Cartridge | QD9120N-Sony QIC DC9120, 1.2GB | Tandberg DC6525 QIC-150 Data Cartridge |
| Product Type | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape |
| Read Compatibility | QIC-1000 drives | QIC-525 compatible tape drives | QIC drives supporting DC9120 | QIC drives supporting DC9120 | QIC-150 drives |
| Tape Color | N/A | Black | Black | N/A | Black |
| Tape Format | Other | QIC | QIC | Other | QIC |
| Tape Generation | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | QIC-150 |
| Tape Length | N/A | 610ft | 307m | 307m | 187.45m |
| Use Case | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage |
| Weight | 0.38 | 0.34 | 0.37 lbs | 0.33 lbs | 0.33 |
| Width | 4.09 | 4.08 | 4.08 inches | 4.06 inches | 4.09 |
| WORM Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Write Compatibility | QIC-1000 drives | QIC-525 compatible tape drives | QIC drives supporting DC9120 | QIC drives supporting DC9120 | QIC-150 drives |
Showing - of 0 Results
Questions & Answers
Q
What is the Tandberg DC6525 QIC tape?
A
The Tandberg DC6525 QIC tape is a 525 MB native/500 MB compressed backup cartridge designed for desktop, laptop and small server data protection.
Q
What is the native and compressed capacity of SKU 10066-T?
A
SKU 10066-T provides 525 MB of native storage and up to 500 MB of compressed capacity on Tandberg QIC DC6525 media.
Q
Which tape drives are compatible with the Tandberg DC6525?
A
The DC6525 QIC tape is compatible with all QIC-80 standard drives, including Tandberg TDC6000, TDC6100, TDC6300 series and most OEM QIC-80 drives.
Q
How do I install the Tandberg DC6525 cartridge?
A
Insert the DC6525 cartridge into a compatible QIC-80 drive until it clicks. The host OS will recognize the media automatically for backup operations.
Q
What operating systems support the DC6525 QIC tape?
A
The Tandberg DC6525 is supported on Windows, macOS and Linux platforms with standard QIC-80 device drivers.
Q
Can I reuse the Tandberg DC6525 tape?
A
Yes. The DC6525 QIC tape supports multiple overwrite cycles; typical reliability specs exceed 1,000 load/unload operations.
Q
What is the expected archival life of Tandberg DC6525 media?
A
Under proper storage conditions, the DC6525 QIC tape offers up to 10 years of archival life for reliable long-term data retention.
Q
Is the DC6525 tape reliable for critical backups?
A
Yes. Tandberg QIC media undergo rigorous quality control and error-correction to deliver consistent performance and data integrity.
Q
What backup software is compatible with the DC6525?
A
Any backup application supporting QIC-80 tape drives—such as Windows NTBackup, Veritas Backup Exec or open-source tools—works with DC6525.
Q
Does the DC6525 support hardware encryption?
A
No. The Tandberg DC6525 is standard QIC media and does not include built-in hardware encryption; encryption must be managed by host software.
Q
What are the physical dimensions of the DC6525 cartridge?
A
The Tandberg DC6525 measures 102 × 64 × 11 mm (L × W × H) and weighs approximately 45 g for easy handling and storage.
Q
Can I use the DC6525 on both desktop and laptop QIC drives?
A
Yes. The DC6525 fits all standard QIC-80 form-factor drives in desktops and laptops, offering portable backup flexibility.
Q
How do I clean the Tandberg QIC drive when using DC6525 tapes?
A
Use a QIC-compatible cleaning cartridge every 20–30 tape loads or when prompted by your drive to maintain optimal performance.
Q
Where can I purchase SKU 10066-T Tandberg DC6525?
A
You can order Tandberg DC6525 (SKU 10066-T) through authorized resellers, IT distributors and online marketplaces.
Q
What warranty covers the Tandberg DC6525 tape?
A
The DC6525 QIC tape includes a one-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects when used under recommended conditions.
