The Digital Linear Tape (DLT) is a highly reliable magnetic data storage format which was introduced in the early 1980's. The DLT tape is considered to be one of the most efficient data tapes having increased storage capacity. The DLT technology product DLT 4 tape provides extreme reliability and can be used with small and large computer networks. The DLT-IV tapes include Maxell 183270, Hewlett-Packard (HP) C5141F, Sony DL4TK88, Quantum THXKD02, Fuji 26112088, IBM 59H3040, Imation 11776 and many others. All these tapes combine enterprise class features and deliver unmatched performance and durability.

The DLT IV tape minimizes the error rate by using the sophisticated error detection and correction method. The DLT IV tape uses Metal Particle (MP) technology make the tape durable for making five hundred thousand head passes even under humid conditions and worst-case temperatures. The DLT-IV tapes use a space saving single reel cartridge that allows more capacity for data storage. The tape employs multiple heads, adaptive-cache buffering and longitudinal-serpentine tracks to improve its performance.

The Sony DLT-IV tape ensures reduced error rate which makes it ideal for storing critical data backup applications. The DL4TK88 is an ideal solution to archiving requirements and high volume backups. The Sony has used advanced defect-detection system that assures error free data recording and a perfect head to tape interface. The Sony DLT-IV has exceptional capacity for data storage. It stores data up to 40 GB (native). The tape can also store 80 GB of data in compressed mode. The Sony DLT-IV tape transfers data at a high transfer speed of 6 MB/s (native). It can also transfer the data at an ultra high speed of 12 MB/s in compressed mode. The Strong cartridge design prevents the DLT-IV Sony from damage and improves its durability. The Sony DL4TK88 uses ATOMM technology which allows high density recording with accuracy.

The Maxell DLT-IV data tape maintains a log-index at the tape's head which provides extremely high speed data retrieval. The Maxell DLT-IV tapes are designed to be compatible with the future generation DLT drives. This enables you to retrieve your data from your Maxell DLT-IV tape with any other DLT drive. These tapes are ideal choice for high end computer and network server data backup. Like other DLT-IV tapes, the Maxell DLT-IV can store data up to 40 GB in native and 80 GB in compressed mode. These tapes transfer the data at a high speed of 12 MB/s in compressed mode. The length of the tape is five hundred and fifty seven meters. The archival life of the tape is thirty years. Normally it does one million head passes within its lifetime. The reel motor in the cartridge electronically controls the tension and speed of the tape.

The large enterprises highly recommend DLT-IV tapes. This is because these tapes provide extra protection to the user's data. The DLT-IV tapes can be used with all the known operating systems including Windows (98, 2000, XP, Vista), LINUX, UNIX and all the other main softwares. The Brands which support DLT-IV tapes involve Sony, Hewlett-Packard (HP), Fuji, IBM, Imation, Dell and many others. The Personal Computer users also prefer to uses DLT-IV tapes as it serves the users with huge data storage capacity at affordable price.