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3592-E05 — Technical Data Sheet

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IBM · OPTICAL_TAPE · LTO_TAPE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
LTO generations NOT backward compatible for writing (2 gen back for read) SAS and FC interface options — match to existing infrastructure
LTO-8 cannot write to LTO-6 tapes (only read LTO-7 and LTO-8)
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

IBM System Storage TS1120 Tape Drive. Key specifications include Interface: ESCON, FICON, or SAS (model dependent), Drive Type: Enterprise Tape Drive, Encryption: Hardware-based encryption typically supported, Form Factor: Full-height, Media Supported: IBM 3592 Cartridges. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.

Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
OPTICAL_TAPE→ LTO_TAPE→ 3592-E05
SPECIFICATIONS
InterfaceESCON, FICON, or SAS (model dependent)
Drive TypeEnterprise Tape Drive
EncryptionHardware-based encryption typically supported
Form FactorFull-height
Media SupportedIBM 3592 Cartridges
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
IBM MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN SAS CONNECTOR 3592-E05 EJECT HALF-HEIGHT 5.25" LTO GEN GUIDE LTO-9: 18TB / 45TB comp LTO-8: 12TB / 30TB comp LTO-7: 6TB / 15TB comp LTO-6: 2.5TB / 6.25TB LTO-5: 1.5TB / 3TB comp THIS: LTO-8 12TB / 30TB / 360MB/s LTO-8 TAPE DRIVE | SAS | 12TB native Half-height 5.25" | 360MB/s | 30TB compressed TITLE TAPE DRIVE PN 3592-E05 MFR IBM IBM System Storage TS1120 Tape Drive
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Long-term data archival and compliance retention
  • Offsite backup and disaster recovery
  • Air-gapped ransomware protection
  • Cold storage tier for infrequently accessed data
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES

No verified substitutes available.

LIFECYCLE
StatusUNKNOWN
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 3592-E05?
3592-E05 is a IBM System Storage TS1120 Tape Drive manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).
Is 3592-E05 still available?
3592-E05 is currently Unknown.
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Last verified: September 2026