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DC4-150
TDK 4mm DDS-4, 20/40GB The TDK DDS-4 tape cartridge is a pow...
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DC4-150-TDK 4mm DDS-4, 20/40GB. The TDK DDS-4 tape cartridge is a powerful solution for the storage of large amounts of data. Featuring 20 GB of native storage capacity and 40 GB of compressed storage capacity, the TDK DDS-4 4mm simplifies data archiving efforts.
As a 4mm DDS-4 (Digital Data Storage, 4th generation) magnetic tape, this cartridge provides a tape length of 150 meters and native data transfer rates up to 3 MB/s, making it ideal for enterprise backup, long-term archiving, and regulatory compliance. With an archival life of up to 30 years, the standard cartridge type ensures reliable storage for data center, offsite backup, and cold storage environments. The DC4-150-TDK does not support WORM or hardware encryption, but offers proven performance for tape libraries and critical backup needs.
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In a mid-sized banking operation, IT teams leverage the DC4-150-TDK 4mm DDS-4 (20 GB native/40 GB compressed) tape cartridge to archive daily transaction logs and audit trails. By storing immutable backup sets off-site, the bank achieves SOX and Basel III compliance, reduces online storage costs by 60%, and ensures rapid retrieval during audits or investigations.
A small business with limited IT budget implements a nightly incremental backup workflow using the DC4-150-TDK DDS-4 tape cartridge. Each 4mm DDS-4 tape captures 20 GB of changed data (40 GB compressed), delivering a 50% lower total cost of ownership versus disk solutions. This approach guarantees fast restores, simplified rotation, and secure off-site retention.
In a regional healthcare network, radiology departments archive MRI and CT scan DICOM files on the DC4-150-TDK 4mm DDS-4 cartridge. With 40 GB of compressed capacity per tape, hospitals achieve HIPAA-compliant retention for up to seven years, ensure data integrity via hardware ECC, and minimize physical storage footprint by over 70% compared to optical media.
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| DC4-150 |  11737.... |  C8010A |  C7986A.. |  200200... | |
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| Product Type | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Optical Disc | Data Tape |
| Tape Format | DDS | DDS | DDS | Other | DDS |
| Cartridge Type | Standard | Standard | Standard | WORM | Standard |
| Use Case | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries / Long-Term Archiving | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Compliance Storage / Long-Term Archiving / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries |
| Native Capacity | 20 GB | 12 GB | 36 GB | 8 GB | 36 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 40 GB | 24 GB | 72 GB | 8 GB | 72 GB |
| Encryption Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| WORM Support | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Media Type | Magnetic | Magnetic | Magnetic | WORM | Magnetic |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 50 Years | Up to 30 Years |
| 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 |
| Product Name | TDK DC4-150 DDS-4 4mm Data Cartridge, 20/40GB | Imation 4mm DDS-3, 12/24GB Data Tape Cartridge (11737) | C8010A-HP DAT 72 72GB 170M DATA CARTRIDGE | HP 8.6GB Write-Once Optical Disk (C7986A) | Maxell DDS-5 DAT72 Data Cartridge |
| Height | 0.39 inches | 2.95 | 0.393 inches | 0.39 | 0.45 inches |
| Width | 2.95 inches | 2.17 | 2.95 inches | 5.59 | 2.83 inches |
| Depth | 2.17 inches | 0.31 | 2.05 inches | 4.92 | 2.95 inches |
| Weight | 0.06 lbs | 0.07 | 0.13 lbs | 0.35 | 0.13 lbs |
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TDK DDS4 tape delivered consistent storage results.
Durable and efficient.
Stable DAT backups.
Good compatibility.
Satisfied with use.
The TDK DDS-4 tape cartridge offers 20 GB of native capacity and up to 40 GB of compressed capacity, providing efficient storage for large data sets.
The TDK DDS-4 cartridge is compatible with all DDS-4 and later DDS tape drives, ensuring seamless integration with existing DDS backup systems.
A DDS-4 tape cartridge delivers sustained data transfer rates up to 1.6 MB/s native and 3.2 MB/s compressed, optimizing backup and restore operations.
Data on TDK DDS-4 tapes can be reliably retained for 10–20 years when stored under recommended temperature and humidity conditions.
The TDK DDS-4 cartridge measures 100 mm × 62.5 mm × 12.3 mm and weighs approximately 60 g, fitting standard DDS drive bays.
For optimal performance, operate and store DDS-4 cartridges at 10 °C to 40 °C with 20–80% non-condensing humidity.
Yes, the DDS-4 tape cartridge supports thousands of read/write cycles, making it ideal for routine backup and archival tasks.
Insert the cartridge label-side up into the DDS drive until it clicks, then press the eject button to unload safely.
Periodically clean your DDS drive with an approved cleaning cartridge and store tapes in protective cases to maintain performance.
DDS-4 doubles DDS-3’s native capacity (20 GB vs. 10 GB) and increases transfer speeds, offering improved efficiency for large-scale backups.
Yes, with a robust shell and stable magnetic media, DDS-4 cartridges are designed for secure long-term data archiving.
DDS-4 tapes use advanced ECC (Error Correction Code) to detect and correct read/write errors, ensuring data integrity.
At standard CD-quality audio (150 MB/hour), a 20 GB native capacity DDS-4 tape can store approximately 133 hours of audio.
Genuine TDK DDS-4 cartridges are available through authorized electronics distributors, data storage resellers, and certified online retailers.
TDK offers a one-year limited warranty on DDS-4 cartridges, covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Store DDS-4 tapes upright in a cool, dry environment (15 °C–25 °C, 20–50% humidity) away from magnetic fields.
Yes, DDS-4’s high cycle life and reliable ECC make it ideal for daily incremental and full backup routines.
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