IBM, 3592JC 4TB, Data Tape Media, P/N 46X7452, Certified

This certified IBM 3592 JC tape cartridge (P/N 46X7452) gives TS1140, TS1150, and TS1155 users tested, production-ready media. Each cartridge stores 4TB of uncompressed data on a TS1140 drive and 7TB when formatted on a TS1150 or TS1155 drive.

Tested and ready for your library

Every certified JC cartridge is checked to confirm that it loads, reads, and writes correctly before it ships. That makes certified media a practical way to fill library slots, replace tapes with rising error counts, or supply backup rotations in IBM TS3500 and TS4500 libraries.

Same specs as new JC media

A certified JC has the same capacity, cartridge memory chip, and encryption support as a new one. TS1140 drives write to it at up to 250 MB/s and TS1150 drives at up to 360 MB/s, with AES 256-bit drive encryption to protect stored data. The cartridge is rated for up to 30 years of archive life, and custom EDP barcode labels are available on request.

Ideal for:

• Refilling IBM TS3500 and TS4500 libraries with tested media
• Backup rotations on TS1140, TS1150, or TS1155 drives
• Replacing JC cartridges with rising error counts
• Restore and test environments for older backups

Specifications

• Part number: 46X7452 (SKU 46X7452-C)
• Cartridge type: IBM 3592 Advanced Data Cartridge (JC)
• Capacity: 4TB native (TS1140), 7TB native (TS1150, TS1155)
• Transfer rate: up to 250 MB/s (TS1140), up to 360 MB/s (TS1150)
• Compatibility: IBM TS1140, TS1150, and TS1155 tape drives
• Encryption: AES 256-bit drive-based encryption support
• Archive life: Up to 30 years
• Warranty: Limited lifetime, covering manufacturing and material defects
• Condition: Certified
• Labeling: Custom EDP barcodes available

FAQs

What does "certified" mean for an IBM 3592 JC cartridge?

Certified means the cartridge has been tested in a compatible drive to confirm that it loads, reads, and writes correctly. It ships ready for production use in your tape library.

Is a certified JC cartridge the same capacity as a new one?

Yes. A certified JC holds the same 4TB uncompressed on a TS1140 drive and 7TB on a TS1150 or TS1155 drive. Formatting for the higher capacity on a newer drive erases the existing data.

When should I choose certified instead of new JC media?

Certified media is a good fit when you need tested cartridges to refill library slots, supply backup rotations, or keep TS1140 and TS1150 drives running. New media is the choice when your policy requires cartridges that have never been used.

Will a certified JC cartridge work in my TS1160 drive?

A TS1160 drive can read JC cartridges, which helps you restore older data. For new backups on a TS1160, use JD or JE cartridges.

Can certified cartridges ship with barcode labels?

Yes. Big Data Supply can apply custom EDP barcode labels that match your library's volume serial numbers, so the cartridges are ready to load when they arrive.