Product Description
IBM 6382 4GB 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape
The IBM 6382 4GB 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape is a cost-effective, dependable backup and archival media cartridge designed for use with compatible IBM QIC tape drives. Offering 4GB native capacity, this cartridge provides reliable storage for smaller datasets, incremental backups, and long-term data retention in IBM Power Systems, iSeries, and other supported platforms.
Featuring high-quality magnetic tape construction, the 6382 ensures consistent read/write performance, strong data integrity, and extended archival life. It is well-suited for departmental backups, off-site storage, compliance archiving, and disaster recovery in small to midrange IT environments.
Key Features
- 4GB native capacity
- 1/4-inch cartridge (QIC) format
- High-quality magnetic tape media
- Durable construction for reliable long-term storage
- Compatible with select IBM QIC tape drives
- Strong data integrity and error correction support
Specifications
- Part Number / Feature Code: 6382
- Capacity: 4GB native
- Media Type: 1/4-inch cartridge tape (QIC)
- Form Factor: Standard 1/4-inch cartridge
- Compatibility: Designed for IBM QIC tape drives
Compatibility
This IBM 6382 4GB 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape is compatible with select IBM tape drives and systems that support QIC media, including:
- IBM QIC internal and external tape drives (4mm/8mm/QIC series)
- Power Systems models with compatible QIC tape units
- iSeries / AS/400 systems using 1/4-inch tape drives
- Legacy IBM tape solutions supporting 4GB QIC cartridges
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The 4.0GB 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Unit uses the following cartridges.
DCSLR5 4.0GB QIC - PN 59H3660
C9250 2.5GB QIC - PN 16G8436
DC6150 120MB QIC - PN 21F8578
DC6525 525MB QIC - PN 21F8587
DC9120 1.2GB QIC - PN 21F8732
1/4-Inch Cleaning Cartridge - PN 46G2674
1/4-Inch Cleaning Cartridge Kit - PN 21F8570
The QIC-4GB-DC Data Cartridge cannot be used in the 120MB, 525MB, 1.2GB, 2.5GB, or 13GB drives. For FC #6382: This drive is an optional feature to replace the l/4-inch cartridge tape unit included with FC 018x and 019x packages if S/36 compatibility is not required.
Verify exact drive model and firmware for read/write compatibility. Suitable for backup, restore, and long-term archival use in IBM i, AIX, and Linux environments.
Warranty
60-day warranty included.
