Phoenix Data Commander 4621 Fireproof Media Safe, UL 2-Hour, 4.59 cu ft

Phoenix® Data Commander 4621 Fireproof Data & Media Safe, 4.59 Cu. Ft., Class 125

The Phoenix Data Commander 4621 is a high-capacity fireproof data and media safe for organizations that need certified protection and organized storage for substantial backup rotations, tapes, CDs, cartridges, drives, and other heat-sensitive digital media. It combines UL Class 125 2-hour fire protection, 30-foot impact resistance, water-resistant construction, magnetic protection, and a digital keypad lock.

With 4.59 cu. ft. of protected interior capacity, the Phoenix 4621 is designed for businesses managing significantly more media than a compact DataCare safe can accommodate. Inside, 2 adjustable shelves and 3 pull-out drawers make it easier to separate backup generations, media formats, departments, or retention schedules while keeping frequently accessed media organized. It is well suited to IT departments, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, law firms, schools, government offices, and records-intensive businesses. Free white-glove delivery is included where available, subject to site-access requirements.

Specifications

Why Choose the Phoenix Data Commander 4621?

• UL Class 125 2-hour protection: Designed specifically for heat-sensitive digital media that can be damaged at temperatures well below those tolerated by ordinary paper records.
• Large 4.59 cu. ft. capacity: Provides substantial protected storage for organizations maintaining larger backup rotations, archived media, or multiple media formats.
• Organized drawer-and-shelf interior: Two adjustable shelves and three pull-out drawers make it easier to separate, retrieve, and return media without repeatedly stacking and restacking cases.
• 30-foot impact resistance: Designed to withstand severe structural conditions associated with a building fire, including a 30-foot drop followed by an afterburn reheat protocol.
• Water-resistant construction: Double-door construction and internal seals help resist water intrusion from emergency sprinkler systems and fire-hose spray.
• Magnetic protection: Helps reduce exposure to magnetic interference that could affect sensitive stored data.
• Digital keypad access: Provides convenient controlled access for businesses and departments where multiple authorized users may need regular access to protected media.
• Built for active media management: The Data Commander layout is especially useful when backup media is rotated, retrieved, returned, and organized on a regular schedule.

Typical Media Capacities

The Phoenix Data Commander 4621 is designed for organizations maintaining larger backup rotations and mixed media collections. Typical capacities include:

• 225 LTO tapes in cases
• 216 DLT tapes
• 740 CDs in cases
• 396 8mm cartridges
• 672 4mm cartridges

Actual capacity may vary depending on media cases, containers, drawer use, shelf position, and how the interior is organized.

Common Applications

Use the Phoenix Data Commander 4621 where larger volumes of critical digital media require both certified protection and an interior designed for frequent organization and retrieval.

• IT departments and corporate backup operations
• Banks, credit unions, and financial institutions
• Hospitals, medical groups, and healthcare organizations
• Law firms and professional-services offices
• Government and municipal data archives
• Schools, universities, and institutional records departments
• Data centers and technology facilities
• Long-term media retention and rotating backup programs

Choosing the Right Data & Media Safe

Data Commander vs. DataCare

Choose a Data Commander model when you need not only greater media capacity, but also a more organized interior for active backup management. The Phoenix 4621 combines adjustable shelves with pull-out drawers, making it easier to separate media types and retrieve individual backup sets than an open-compartment safe.

When Does 4.59 Cu. Ft. of Capacity Make Sense?

The Phoenix 4621 is a strong choice when your organization maintains larger backup rotations, multiple generations of archived media, or several different storage formats. Its 4.59 cu. ft. interior provides considerably more protected space than compact DataCare models while keeping the contents divided into usable storage areas.

Shelves vs. Pull-Out Drawers

The 2 adjustable shelves work well for larger cases, media boxes, or items that benefit from open shelf access. The 3 pull-out drawers make smaller tapes, cartridges, and regularly rotated media easier to organize and retrieve without disturbing the rest of the safe.

Digital Keypad vs. Key Lock

The digital keypad is especially convenient in business environments where several authorized users may require access. It reduces reliance on a shared physical key while providing straightforward controlled access to stored media.

Media Safe vs. Standard Paper Fire Safe

Choose the Phoenix Data Commander 4621 when your priority is protecting heat-sensitive digital media. Its UL Class 125 rating is designed around the lower temperature tolerance of tapes, drives, discs, cartridges, and similar media rather than conventional paper records.

Free White-Glove Delivery

Free white-glove delivery is included with the Phoenix Data Commander 4621 where available. Because this safe weighs approximately 800 lbs. and measures 27.50 inches wide by 28.50 inches deep, the complete delivery route and final placement location should be reviewed carefully before shipment.

• Room-of-Choice Placement: The safe is moved to an approved final location when the delivery route and site conditions permit.
• Unboxing: Packaging is removed as part of qualifying white-glove service.
• Stairs: Any stair carry must be disclosed and approved before delivery. Additional charges may apply.
• Elevators and Doorways: Confirm elevator capacity, doorway widths, hallway turns, and final-placement clearances before shipment.
• Floor Capacity: Confirm that the final placement area can safely support the approximately 800 lb. empty safe plus the weight of stored media.
• Restricted or Special Access: Limited truck access, scheduled receiving, after-hours service, or other unusual conditions may require advance review and additional charges.

Missing or inaccurate stair, elevator, doorway, truck-access, or final-placement information may result in additional freight, redelivery, return, or restocking charges. Contact Advanced Filing Concepts before ordering if you are unsure about your delivery requirements.

Warranty and After-Fire Protection

The Phoenix Data Commander 4621 includes a 3-year parts and labor warranty and Phoenix's Free After-A-Fire Replacement coverage, subject to the manufacturer's current eligibility, documentation, exclusions, and claim requirements. Review the current Phoenix warranty terms for complete coverage details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does UL Class 125 mean for digital media?

Class 125 is a media fire rating designed to keep the safe interior below 125°F during the rated fire test. This matters because many tapes, drives, discs, cartridges, and other digital storage formats can be damaged at temperatures much lower than those tolerated by paper.

How long is the Phoenix 4621 fire rated?

The Phoenix Data Commander 4621 provides UL Class 125 2-hour fire protection for heat-sensitive digital media.

Why choose a Data Commander instead of a standard media safe?

The Data Commander line is built for higher-volume, multi-format media storage. The combination of adjustable shelves and pull-out drawers makes media easier to organize and retrieve, especially in businesses where backups are accessed and rotated regularly.

How much media can the Phoenix 4621 hold?

Typical capacities include approximately 225 LTO tapes in cases, 216 DLT tapes, 740 CDs in cases, 396 8mm cartridges, or 672 4mm cartridges. Actual capacity varies by media type and interior configuration.

What does the 30-foot impact test mean?

The impact test is designed to simulate severe fire conditions where a safe could fall through a weakened floor. The safe is subjected to a 30-foot drop and an afterburn reheat protocol.

Does the Phoenix 4621 help protect against water exposure?

Yes. Its double-door construction and internal seals help resist water intrusion from emergency sprinkler spray and fire-hose streams.

Is the digital keypad lock practical for business use?

Yes. A digital keypad is especially convenient in multi-user business environments because authorized employees can access protected media without relying on a shared physical key.

What is included inside the Phoenix 4621?

The interior includes 2 adjustable shelves and 3 pull-out drawers, providing five organized storage areas for different media formats or backup groups.

Who typically chooses the Phoenix 4621?

The Phoenix 4621 is well suited to banks, healthcare organizations, law firms, IT departments, government agencies, schools, data centers, and records-heavy businesses that need high-capacity certified media protection in one organized unit.

Is white-glove delivery included?

Free white-glove delivery with room-of-choice placement and unboxing is included where available. Because the safe weighs approximately 800 lbs., stairs, elevators, restricted access, and unusual placement conditions must be disclosed and approved in advance.

Helpful Resources

• Phoenix Data Commander 4621 Spec Sheet [PDF]
• Shop Fireproof Safes
• Shop All Fireproof File Cabinets & Safes

Always follow the current Phoenix product instructions, delivery requirements, and written warranty terms. Specifications are subject to change.