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Sony QG112M D8 Backup Media 2.5/5.0GB
D8 metal tape cartridge stores 2.5 GB native or 5.0 GB compressed for network backup and archiving
- Media TypeD8
- Capacity2.5/5.0GB
- Native 2.5 GB capacity for reliable daily backups
- Compressed 5.0 GB capacity doubles archival space
- D8 metal tape formulation resists degradation over time
- 45 ft tape length supports extended recording sessions
- Lifetime limited warranty protects long-term data investment
Sony D8 Backup Tape
The Sony QG112M is a D8 format 8 mm metal tape cartridge designed for network backup, data distribution and archiving. It provides 2.5 GB native capacity and 5.0 GB compressed capacity on a 367.45 ft tape length.
Who This Suits and Who Should Look Elsewhere
Organisations running D8 tape drives that need reliable long-term archival media will find this cartridge matches their workflow. Buyers whose drives use a different tape format or who require higher single-cartridge capacity should look at other media types.
Capacity Decides Fit
The single specification that determines compatibility is the 2.5 GB native and 5.0 GB compressed capacity rating; the drive must support D8 media at these densities for the tape to function correctly.
Highlights
- Native 2.5 GB capacity for reliable daily backups
- Compressed 5.0 GB capacity doubles archival space
- D8 metal tape formulation resists degradation over time
- 45 ft tape length supports extended recording sessions
- Lifetime limited warranty protects long-term data investment
Specifications
| Brand | SONY |
|---|---|
| Media Type | D8 |
| Capacity | 2.5/5.0GB |
| Shipping weight | 0.07 kg |
| Package size | 102 × 70 × 19 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the Sony QG112M D8 tape, and what step do people often get wrong?
Insert the cartridge into a compatible D8 drive until it clicks; the common mistake is forcing it before the write-protect tab is set correctly for the session.
What maintenance or replacement will the QG112M tape need later?
The metal-particle tape is rated for long archival life; replace the cartridge when the drive logs excessive rewrite errors or after the 367.45 ft tape length shows physical wear.
What limit appears first during sustained backup use of this 2.5/5.0 GB cartridge?
The native 2.50 GB capacity fills first; compression may extend it to 5.0 GB, but sustained throughput is ultimately capped by the drive mechanism, not the media.
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