Verbatim M-Disc™ optical media is the new standard for digital archival storage. Unlike traditional optical media. which utilize dyes that can break down over time. data stored on an M-Disc is engraved on a patented inorganic write layer – it will not fade or deteriorate. This unique engraving process renders these archival grade discs practically impervious to environmental exposure. including light. temperature and humidity.
ISO/IEC 16963 standard longevity tests have proven the durability of M-Disc technology. and it withstood rigorous testing by the US Department of Defense. Based on ISO/IEC 16963 testing. M-Disc media has a projected lifetime of several hundred years.
Designed for widely distributed large data such as scientific images. video. and other commercial application object data. Verbatim M-Disc media has storage capacities up to 100GB – allowing you to use fewer discs while archiving your files. Verbatim M-Disc media is available with a branded surface or in a variety of printable surfaces. allowing you to create custom disc surfaces and artwork for your discs. Hub
printable options are also available. for edge-to-edge disc printing.
Why M-Disc as an Archival Solution vs. other options?
Longevity
With Verbatim M-Disc. information is engraved into a patented. inorganic recording layer resistant to light. temperature and humidity. Based on ISO/IEC 16963 testing. M-Disc media has a projected lifetime of several hundred years – up to 8X that of most LTO media and up to 60X that of hard disc drives.
Compatibility
Verbatim prides itself on producing optical media compatible with more drive manufacturers than any other brand in the world. To ensure writer and autoloader compatibility. Verbatim works closely with hardware manufacturers on all phases of product development.
M-Disc BD-R media is compatible with the latest Blu-ray hardware from leading manufacturers – no special drives required for recording or playback.
Additionally. BD-R drives are required to be backward compatible with older forms of optical media such as CDs and DVDs. This sets BD-R media apart from other archival solutions such as LTO. which has been known to exhibit compatibility issues between versions.
Random Access – Get your data faster.
Unlike offline storage options. such as LTO. Verbatim M-Disc media provides random access. allowing you to navigate directly to the data you need without the need to fast forward or rewind.
High Definition
Blu-Ray® discs are designed specifically to store high-definition files. Using blue-violet laser technology. Blu-Ray®
discs can handle UHD video. 3-D. CAD. multiple audio formats. and other high-density file formats.
Who can utilize M-Disc media as an archival storage solution?
Government agencies
• Great for official documents and data management.
• Find specific records quickly and easily.
Medical professionals
• Long term solution perfect for compliance requirements.
• Ideal for x-rays and other detailed imagery.
• Quickly access patient records and files.
Educational institutions
• Long-term. low-cost archival solution – scalable and budget friendly.
Law Enforcement/Security
• Easily store and access HD videos. surveillance and security footage.
Design/Architecture firms
• Store detailed CAD drawings. plans and renderings in high-definition quality.
Libraries
• Great for archiving different types of media – photographs. video.
digital magazines. and more!
Financial institutions
• Secure. local storage of financial records with low cost of ownership.
Audio/visual professionals
• Ideal media for storing HD files such as video. 3D animations and more
Key Features
Projected lifetime of several hundred years (based on ISO/IEC
16963 testing)
Stored data is engraved – ultimate archival solution
Impervious to environmental exposure. including light.
temperature and humidity
Withstood rigorous testing for durability by US Department of Defense
10-Year Limited Warranty