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Sony D8 tape cartridge in a single pack

Sony

Sony QG112M//A2 D8 backup media 2.5/5.0GB 1 Pack

SKU CH-9EAS-SCG2E MPN QG112M//A2

D8 backup tape stores 2.5 GB native or 5.0 GB compressed per cartridge

  • Total capacity2.5/5.0 GB
  • Media formatD8
  • Pack quantity1 Pack
  • Up to 5.0 GB native capacity for D8 backup archives
  • Compressed 2.5 GB mode extends tape utility
  • Single cartridge pack keeps spares simple
  • D8 media type matches legacy drive requirements
  • First listed by manufacturer in 2006

D8 Tape Media for Legacy Backup

Sony QG112M//A2 is a single cartridge of D8 tape media intended for backup workflows on compatible D8 drives. It suits archivists and IT teams maintaining older tape libraries that still require this specific format.

Capacity Depends on Drive Compression

The cartridge offers 2.5 GB native capacity and 5.0 GB when the drive applies 2:1 compression. Actual stored data varies with file type and the compression efficiency of the connected hardware. No higher density is possible on this media generation.

Single Cartridge in Protective Shell

Supplied as one pack, the tape arrives in its standard rigid plastic case that shields the reel from dust and physical shock. The form factor fits D8 autoloaders and standalone drives without adapters. Long-term shelf life relies on stable temperature and humidity.

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Price $4.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSONY
Model nameQG112M//A2
Total capacity2.5/5.0 GB
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size102 × 51 × 25 mm
In the box
Pack quantity1 Pack
More details
Media formatD8

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 2.5 GB or the 5.0 GB mode for this D8 tape?

The tape stores 2.5 GB in standard play and 5.0 GB in long play; choose the higher figure when you need maximum backup space on a single cartridge.

What does the 5.0 GB figure mean once the tape is in a D8 drive?

In long-play mode the cartridge holds up to 5.0 GB of data, effectively doubling the standard-play capacity for archival jobs.

Which interface or standard does this D8 media use, and what does it cap in practice?

The media follows the D8 specification, so capacity is limited to 2.5 GB at standard speed or 5.0 GB at long-play speed when used in a compatible drive.

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