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IBM 02CE960 3592 JE data cartridge rectangular dark plastic shell

IBM

IBM 02CE960 20 TB 3592 JE Advanced Data Cartridge

SKU CH-Z0VS-GRZ7Q MPN 02CE960

Stores 20 TB of backup data on a 3592 JE Advanced Data Cartridge weighing .6 lbs

  • 20 TB native capacity for large-scale backup archives
  • 6 lb lightweight cartridge eases handling and mail-slot loading
  • 3592 JE media format engineered for high-density recording
  • 02CE960 part number ensures exact-match ordering
  • New condition guarantees full manufacturer specification performance

Capacity and Format

The IBM 02CE960 is a 20 TB 3592 JE Advanced Data Cartridge built for enterprise tape libraries. It serves organisations that need high-density, offline backup and long-term archive storage. The cartridge uses the 3592 format to deliver native capacity without compression.

Upgrade Path

This cartridge replaces earlier 3592 media with lower native capacity, letting the same library slots hold more data. The jump is worth it when backup windows shrink or when retention policies demand more tapes per slot. Existing 3592 drives that support the JE format can write to these cartridges without hardware changes.

Handling and Compatibility

The cartridge weighs 0.6 lbs and fits standard 3592 library slots and mail slots. Installation is a simple load operation; the drive handles threading and calibration automatically. Problems usually arise when a library firmware level does not yet recognise the JE media code or when a drive is limited to earlier 3592 generations.

How it compares

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Price $181.99
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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight2.69 kg
Package size254 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What tape drive generation does the 3592 JE cartridge work with?

The 3592 JE Advanced Data Cartridge is designed for IBM 3592 tape drives that support the JE media format, providing 20 TB native capacity per cartridge.

How do I prepare the cartridge before first use in the library?

Insert the cartridge into a compatible 3592 drive; the drive will automatically initialise and format the media during the first write operation.

When should I retire a cartridge based on usage?

Replace the cartridge when the drive logs indicate excessive rewrite errors or when the media reaches the manufacturer’s recommended end-of-life pass count.

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