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11864.. Overview
11864..-Imation SLR5 4/8 GB Tapes are high-capacity magnetic data cartridges designed for use with SLR (Scalable Linear Recording) tape drives, a tape technology commonly used for robust data backup and archival solutions. Classified under the Travan/SLR tape format, the SLR5 generation offers a native storage capacity of 4 GB and an efficient compressed capacity of up to 8 GB, supporting a native data transfer rate of up to 0.72 MB/s. These tapes feature a standard cartridge type with a tape length of 170 meters, optimized for seamless integration with compatible SLR5 drives. WORM (Write Once, Read Many) and hardware encryption are not supported by this generation, focusing on rewritable and reliable storage for operational environments.
With an archival life of up to 30 years under proper storage conditions, the Imation SLR5 4/8 GB tapes are ideal for enterprise backup, long-term data retention, cold storage, and regulatory compliance scenarios. The SLR5 data cartridges are widely utilized in data centers, tape libraries, and offsite backup facilities where reliable, cost-effective archiving is paramount. Their compatibility with select SLR5 drives, combined with a compact and durable design, ensures that mission-critical data remains protected and accessible over extended periods.
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11864.. Specifications
- Product Type
- Data Tape
- Brand
- Data Tape Media
- Tape Format
- Travan
- Tape Generation
- SLR5
- Cartridge Type
- Standard
- Use Case
- Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries
- Native Capacity
- 4 GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 8 GB
- Tape Length
- 170m
- Data Transfer Rate (Native)
- Up to 0.72 MB/s
- Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)
- Up to 1.44 MB/s
- Encryption Support
- No
- WORM Support
- No
- Media Type
- Magnetic
- Archival Life
- Up to 30 Years
- Read Compatibility
- SLR5 drives
- Write Compatibility
- SLR5 drives only
- Tape Color
- Black
- Environment
- Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving
- Product Name
- Imation SLR5 4/8 GB Data Cartridge (Part Number: 11864)
- Height
- 0.8
- Width
- 4.015
- Depth
- 3.82
- Weight
- 0.32
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Product Comparison Table 
| 11864.. |  SDLT1320-T |  SLR58GB |  59H3660 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape |
| Tape Format | Travan | SDLT | Other | Other |
| Cartridge Type | 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 / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Tape Libraries |
| Native Capacity | 4 GB | 160 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 8 GB | 320 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Tape Length | 170m | 319m | 170m | 170m |
| Encryption Support | No | No | No | No |
| WORM Support | No | No | No | No |
| Media Type | Magnetic | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 10 Years | Up to 30 Years |
| Read Compatibility | SLR5 drives | Super DLT1, SDLT 220, SDLT 320 drives | SLR5 drives | SLR5 drives |
| Write Compatibility | SLR5 drives only | Super DLT1 drives only | SLR5 drives only | SLR5 drives |
| Tape Color | Black | Black | Black | Black |
| 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 |
| Product Name | Imation SLR5 4/8 GB Data Cartridge (Part Number: 11864) | SDLT1320-T-Sony, Super DLT1 (SDLT),160/320GB Tape | SLR58GB-Sony SLR5 4/8 GB Tape | IBM SLR5 59H3660 4/8 GB Data Cartridge |
| Height | 0.8 | 4.02 | 0.4 | 0.59 inches |
| Width | 4.015 | 4.16 | 4.015 | 4.01 inches |
| Depth | 3.82 | 1.02 | 2.625 | 2.37 inches |
| Weight | 0.32 | 0.44 | 0.4 | 0.25 lbs |
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Reviews & Ratings
L
Leonard Price
5
SLR5 tapes worked smoothly in our backup rotation.
A
Adeel Farooq
5
Stable performance and good compatibility with older drives.
M
Martin Keller
5
No read errors encountered so far.
N
Nazia Iqbal
5
Dependable media for small scale backups.
G
George Whitman
4
Meets expectations for legacy environments.
Questions & Answers
What storage capacity do Imation SLR5 4/8 GB tapes provide?
Imation SLR5 tapes offer 4 GB of native storage and up to 8 GB with 2:1 data compression, ensuring efficient backup and archiving.
Which tape drives are compatible with Imation SLR5 4/8 GB cartridges?
These tapes are fully compatible with all SLR5/SDLT-1 tape drives and libraries, providing seamless integration into existing backup infrastructures.
What is the maximum data transfer rate for SLR5 4/8 GB tapes?
Imation SLR5 cartridges support up to 1.0 MB/s native transfer speed and up to 2.0 MB/s with compression, optimizing backup windows.
How many times can I reuse an Imation SLR5 tape?
Each SLR5 tape supports up to 100,000 read/write cycles, ensuring long-term reliability for repeated backup tasks.
What is the archival life of Imation SLR5 4/8 GB tapes?
SLR5 tapes have a guaranteed archival life of up to 30 years when stored under recommended conditions (16–30 °C, 20–50% RH).
Can I use SLR5 tapes for WORM (Write Once, Read Many) applications?
Yes; Imation offers a WORM version of the SLR5 cartridge, providing tamper-proof write-once integrity for compliance archiving.
Are Imation SLR5 tapes backward compatible with older SLR drives?
SLR5 cartridges are not backward compatible with SLR3/SLR4 drives; they require an SLR5 or SDLT-1 compatible drive.
What operating systems support Imation SLR5 4/8 GB tapes?
SLR5 tapes work with all major backup applications on Windows, Linux, UNIX, and macOS when paired with an SLR5-compatible tape drive.
How should I store Imation SLR5 tapes to preserve data integrity?
Store cartridges upright in a cool, dry environment (16–30 °C, 20–50% RH), away from direct sunlight, magnets, and dust to maintain optimal performance.
What is the reel length and recording time for SLR5 tapes?
Each SLR5 tape contains 625 m of tape, delivering approximately 34 minutes of native recording time at 1.0 MB/s.
How do I clean my SLR5 tape drive when using Imation tapes?
Use an SLR5-compatible cleaning cartridge every 50 tape loads or when recommended by your backup software to ensure error-free operation.
Do Imation SLR5 tapes support hardware compression?
Hardware compression is handled by the SLR5 tape drive; Imation cartridges are optimized for the drive’s built-in 2:1 compression engine.
Can I mix 4 GB and 8 GB compressed tapes in the same library?
Yes; the library sees all SLR5 cartridges as identical media, automatically managing each tape’s native and compressed capacity.
What warranty covers Imation SLR5 4/8 GB tapes?
Imation SLR5 tapes include a one-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects, backed by global customer support.
Why choose Imation SLR5 4/8 GB tapes for backup and archiving?
SLR5 tapes deliver reliable, cost-effective storage with long archival life, high durability, and broad drive compatibility for enterprise-grade data protection.