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- TANDBERG, 2.5GBQIC-2.5GB The Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge is an excellent and proven data storage technology offering 2.5GB compressed capacity. The DC9250 Tandberg is the perfect solution for computer
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10068-T Overview
10068-T-TANDBERG, 2.5GBQIC-2.5GB The Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge is an excellent and proven data storage technology offering 2.5GB compressed capacity. The DC9250 Tandberg is the perfect solution for computer systems that require a robust backup medium. This DC9250 cartridge features a native capacity of 1.25GB and a compressed capacity of 2.5GB, making it suitable for data-intensive applications. The QIC-DC9250 is a rewritable, standard cartridge with a tape length of 307 meters, and provides an archival life of up to 30 years, offering long-term retention for compliant storage environments. With no WORM or encryption support, it is designed for general backup, archiving and tape library use where data durability and compatibility are essential.
This QIC (Quarter-Inch Cartridge) generation data tape ensures compatibility with a wide range of legacy QIC tape drives. It supports data transfer rates up to 610 KB/s (native) for efficient data operations and boasts robust magnetic media construction for consistent performance. The DC9250 is recognized for its reliable build quality, making it a preferred choice for data centers and organizations adhering to regulatory compliance for long-term data retention. Its compact dimensions and lightweight design simplify handling and offsite storage, making it an efficient option for regular backup practices.
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10068-T Specifications
- Product Type
- Data Tape
- Tape Format
- QIC
- Tape Generation
- QIC-DC9250
- Cartridge Type
- Standard
- Use Case
- Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries
- Native Capacity
- 1.25 GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 2.5 GB
- Tape Length
- 307m
- Data Transfer Rate (Native)
- Up to 0.61 MB/s
- Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)
- Up to 1.22 MB/s
- Encryption Support
- No
- WORM Support
- No
- Media Type
- Magnetic / Rewritable
- Archival Life
- Up to 30 Years
- Read Compatibility
- QIC-150/250/525 compatible drives
- Write Compatibility
- QIC-DC9250 compatible drives
- Tape Color
- Black
- Environment
- Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving
- Compliance
- N/A
- Product Name
- Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge
- Height
- 0.4 inches
- Width
- 4.0 inches
- Depth
- 2.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.25 lbs
10068-T Use Case
SMB Nightly System Backup with 10068-T-TANDBERG 2.5GB QIC-2.5GB Cartridge
In a small manufacturing company running legacy QIC tape libraries, IT implements the 10068-T-TANDBERG 2.5GB QIC-2.5GB Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge for fully automated nightly backups of workstations and file servers. The proven hardware compression delivers 2.5GB of data per cartridge with consistent read/write performance, enabling rapid restores. Outcome: reliable, low-cost data protection that minimizes downtime and preserves business continuity.
Healthcare Records Archival for HIPAA Compliance
A regional healthcare network uses the 10068-T-TANDBERG 2.5GB QIC-2.5GB Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge to archive multi-year patient records in compliance with HIPAA retention policies. The durable, WORM-capable media and on-cartridge compression ensure data integrity and tamper-proof storage at 2.5GB per tape. Outcome: secure, audit-ready archives that meet regulatory mandates while reducing on-premises storage costs.
Remote Branch Disaster Recovery Tape Rotation
A financial services firm equips its distributed branches with sets of 10068-T-TANDBERG 2.5GB QIC-2.5GB Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridges for weekly off-site disaster recovery rotations. Each branch encrypts and writes transactional databases to tape, ships sealed cartridges to a central vault, and retains duplicates on-site. Outcome: streamlined recovery workflows, enhanced data resilience, and minimized revenue loss during local outages.
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Product Comparison Table
 10068-T |  87981-T |  QD9120N-T |  QD9250-T |  46167-T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape |
| Tape Format | QIC | Other | Other | Other | DLT |
| Tape Generation | QIC-DC9250 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cartridge Type | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Use Case | 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 / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries |
| Native Capacity | 1.25 GB | 250 MB | 1.2 GB | 1.25 GB | 1 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 2.5 GB | 500 MB | 2.4 GB | 2.5 GB | 2 GB |
| Tape Length | 307m | N/A | 450 ft | 307m | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | Up to 0.61 MB/s | N/A | Up to 1.5 MB/s | Up to 1 MB/s | Up to 1.5 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | Up to 1.22 MB/s | N/A | Up to 3.0 MB/s | N/A | Up to 3.0 MB/s |
| Encryption Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| WORM Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Media Type | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 Years | Up to 10 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 10 Years | Up to 30 Years |
| Read Compatibility | QIC-150/250/525 compatible drives | QIC-150, QIC-250 drives | QIC-1200 Drives / N/A | QIC-150 / QIC-525 / DC9250 compatible drives | DLT 2000, DLT 2000XT drives |
| Write Compatibility | QIC-DC9250 compatible drives | QIC-250 drives only | QIC-1200 Drives / N/A | QIC-150 / QIC-525 / DC9250 compatible drives | DLT 2000, DLT 2000XT drives |
| Tape Color | Black | N/A | N/A | Black | N/A |
| 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 / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving |
| Compliance | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge | Verbatim QIC DC6250 Data Cartridge | Sony QIC DC9120 Data Cartridge | Sony QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge | Imation DC9200 Magnus DLT Data Cartridge 2.0GB |
| Height | 0.4 inches | 0.4 inches | 0.4 in | 0.5 in | 4.16 |
| Width | 4.0 inches | 4.0 inches | 4.1 in | 4.0 in | 4.15 |
| Depth | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches | 6.2 in | 6.0 in | 1.00 |
| Weight | 0.25 lbs | 0.33 lbs | 0.55 lbs | 0.6 lbs | 0.57 |
Reviews & Ratings
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Arslan Mehmood
4
Good choice for older systems.
H
Henry Collins
5
Stable and predictable results.
S
Saira Khan
3
Adequate for small backups.
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Victor Alvarez
4
No compatibility issues.
Questions & Answers
What is the compressed storage capacity of the Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge?
The Tandberg DC9250 Data Cartridge delivers up to 2.5 GB of compressed storage capacity using proven QIC-2 technology.
What is the native (uncompressed) capacity of the Tandberg DC9250 cartridge?
The Tandberg DC9250 provides 1.25 GB of native (uncompressed) capacity, doubling to 2.5 GB with standard 2:1 compression.
Which tape drives are compatible with the Tandberg QIC DC9250 Data Cartridge?
The DC9250 is compatible with all QIC-2 and QIC-24 drives that support 2.5 GB compressed QIC cartridges, including Tandberg DC92xx series drives.
Can I use the Tandberg DC9250 cartridge for backups on Windows, Linux, and macOS?
Yes. The DC9250 works with Windows, Linux, and macOS backup software that supports QIC-2 tape drives.