What is DDS4 / DAT40?
Digital Data Storage (DDS) is a format for storing computer data on a Digital Audio Tape (DAT). DDS is traditionally the most dependable and durable technology ever established within the tape market. DDS 4 Tapes are cost-effective backup technology. These tapes offer 40 GB capacities with transfer speeds of up to 3.2 MB/s.
What is DDS4 / DAT40 Used For?
In today’s data center, tape storage is being replaced by disk and other recent data storage methods. However, tape technology still has its benefits. Tape is better fit for long-term storage and archiving than disk storage thanks to its reduced cost, higher capacity and transportability.
DAT40 tapes balance value and performance with a variety of capacity, performance, and connectivity options. DDS4 tape technology continues to meet the needs of the small and midsize business market for reliable, cost-effective tape backup solution. DDS 4 / DAT40 the first choice for data protection for many small and medium businesses with low-end and mid-range servers and workstations.
DDS4 / DAT 40 Specifications
- DAT 40 capacity: Up to 40GB
- DAT 40 speed: 3.2MB/s
- Cartridge Life: 1,000 passes
- Archival Storage Life: 30 years
List of DDS4 Tapes We Sell
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Description |
| 09W083 | DELL | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| 26047350 | FUJI | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| C5718A | HP | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| 59H4456 | IBM | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| 40963 | IMATION | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| DDS | MAXELL | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| DGD150P | SONY | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| DC4-150 | TDK | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
| 93829 | VERBATIM | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB |
