Tape cartridge IBM 3592 Advanced 10 TB WORM (model 2727265)

IBM 3592 Advanced 10 TB WORM tape cartridge is a high-capacity enterprise tape medium designed for long-term archival storage and regulated data retention. With a native capacity of 10 TB and Write Once Read Many (WORM) functionality, the cartridge is intended for offline, non-rewritable retention of critical records. It is compatible with IBM 3592-series drives and engineered for use in automated tape libraries and standalone tape systems where immutability and secure retention are required.

Advantages

The WORM feature ensures data written to the cartridge cannot be altered or erased, supporting compliance with regulatory and legal retention requirements. The 10 TB native capacity provides high-density storage that reduces the physical footprint and number of cartridges needed for large data sets. Enterprise-grade media construction and quality control provide long archival life and reliable read performance when stored and handled according to manufacturer guidelines.

Suitable for

• Long-term archival of financial, medical, and legal records
• Regulatory compliance and audit-ready data retention
• Cold storage and offline backup for infrequently accessed data
• Enterprise tape libraries and automated backup systems

Key specifications

• Native capacity: 10 TB
• Media type: Magnetic tape cartridge
• Data protection mode: WORM (Write Once Read Many)
• Compatibility: Designed for IBM 3592-series tape drives and libraries
• Intended use: Archival, backup, and long-term retention

How to use

Install the cartridge into a compatible IBM 3592 drive or library according to the drive vendor instructions. Use your backup or archiving software to write data to the cartridge; once data is written under WORM mode it cannot be modified or overwritten. Ensure the tape is labeled and logged in your asset and retention management system to track retention periods and access restrictions. For retrieval, mount the cartridge in a supported drive and use the archive management software to read stored data.

Usage recommendations

Store cartridges in a controlled environment—away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and high humidity—to preserve media integrity. Follow the tape library vendor’s handling and service guidelines, perform regular inventory and integrity checks, and maintain an offsite rotation policy if required for disaster recovery and compliance.