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Single IBM 18P7912 DAT72 tape cartridge in plastic case

IBM

IBM 18P7912 DAT72/DDS-5 36/72GB backup media 1 pack

SKU CH-AC41-XPKHQ MPN 18P7912

DAT72/DDS-5 tape cartridge stores 36GB native or 72GB compressed for backup

  • Media TypeDAT72/DDS-5
  • Capacity36/72GB
  • Quantity1 Pack
  • 36/72GB native/compressed capacity stores large backup sets
  • DAT72/DDS-5 format works with compatible tape drives
  • Single cartridge pack keeps spares simple
  • 170M tape length provides extended recording time
  • New IBM media ensures reliable archival storage

DAT72/DDS-5 tape capacity and format

This IBM 18P7912 cartridge uses the DAT72/DDS-5 format and provides 36GB native or 72GB compressed capacity. The 4mm tape is rated at 170M length. It is supplied as a single new pack.

Suits DAT72 drives only

This media is written for DAT72/DDS-5 drives and will not work in LTO, AIT or older DDS-1 to DDS-4 mechanisms. Buyers who need a different tape format or higher native capacity should look at other media types.

36GB native / 72GB compressed capacity

The native capacity is 36GB and the compressed capacity is 72GB. This single figure determines whether the cartridge matches your backup window and retention requirements.

Highlights

  • 36/72GB native/compressed capacity stores large backup sets
  • DAT72/DDS-5 format works with compatible tape drives
  • Single cartridge pack keeps spares simple
  • 170M tape length provides extended recording time
  • New IBM media ensures reliable archival storage

Specifications

BrandIBM
Model18P7912
Media TypeDAT72/DDS-5
Capacity36/72GB
Quantity1 Pack
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size79 × 58 × 15 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 18P7912 DAT72/DDS-5 tape cartridge fit a standard 4 mm DDS-5 drive slot?

Yes, the 18P7912 is a 4 mm DAT72/DDS-5 cartridge designed for standard DDS-5 tape drives.

How is the 18P7912 tape loaded, and what step do users often miss?

Insert the cartridge label-side up until it clicks; the drive then tensions the 170 m tape automatically — forgetting to wait for the ready light before writing is the common error.

When should the 18P7912 cartridge be replaced during regular backup rotation?

Replace the 36/72 GB tape after the drive logs excessive soft errors or after the manufacturer-suggested number of passes for the 170 m length.

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