RDX external drive kit Tandberg Data O-T with 4 TB HDD, USB 3.2 Gen 1, black, sustained 260 MB/s

The Overland-Tandberg RDX QuikStor removable-media storage system with a native 4 TB HDD provides rugged, reliable and convenient storage for backup, archiving, data interchange and disaster recovery. The external drive kit connects via USB 3.2 Gen 1 and supports sustained transfer rates up to 260 MB/s. Its compact enclosure and removable cartridge design make it suitable for small offices, home offices and smaller SMB environments that require off-site rotation and air-gap protection.

Advantages

The RDX QuikStor system offers business-grade continuity features and media-level backward and forward compatibility to protect investments when upgrading capacities. Optional security functions such as WORM, encryption and password protection increase data integrity. The removable cartridge format enables off-site disconnected storage for disaster recovery and ransomware mitigation while the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface provides broad compatibility with servers, desktops, laptops, mobile devices and NAS.

Suitable for

• Backup and restore of workstations and small servers
• Long-term archiving and offline retention
• Off-site rotation and air-gap disaster recovery
• Data interchange between systems and locations

Key specifications

• Form factor: removable cartridge with integrated 4 TB hard disk
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1)
• Sustained data transfer: up to 260 MB/s (manufacturer specification)
• Color: black
• Typical enclosure dimensions: 110 × 178 × 52 mm

How to use

Insert the RDX cartridge into the external drive enclosure and connect the unit to a host system using a USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable. The drive is recognized as removable storage by most operating systems; format and configure backup or archive software as required. For off-site rotation, eject the cartridge following the operating system’s safe removal procedure and transport it to an alternate location for storage.

Recommendations

Use regular verification and encrypted backups when storing sensitive data, and maintain at least one off-site cartridge to ensure an air-gap copy for disaster recovery. Follow manufacturer guidelines for handling and environmental conditions to preserve cartridge life.