The IBM TS3500 Tape Library has been architected for performance in mainframe and open systems backup and archive in midrange to enterprise environments. An optional dual library accessor increases data availability and library dependability. The TS3500 boasts numerous attractive features, including the ability to attach multiple simultaneous heterogeneous servers, remote management (using web browser), SNMP functionality, multipath architecture, and host-based path failover.


It supports TS1120, TS1130 and TS1040 tape drive encryption. The IBM TS3500 Tape Library offers several models. General specs follow below:

  • One base frame, and up to 15 expansion frames
  • Up to 12 drives per frame (up to 192 per library)
  • Up to 224 I/O slots (16 I/O slots standard)
  • IBM 3592 JA/JJ/JB and JW/JR/JX (WORM) cartridges or IBM LTO Ultrium 4, 3, 2, cartridges
  • Up to 32 PB with IBM Ultrium 4 cartridges
  • Up to 45 PB with 3592 extended capacity cartridges
  • LTO Fibre Channel interface for server attachment
IBM TS3500 Model L23 Base frame for TS1130, TS1120 or 3592
IBM TS3500 Model L53
Base frame for LTO
IBM TS3500 Model D23 Drive capable expansion frame for TS1130, TS1120 or 3592
IBM TS3500 Model D53
Drive capable expansion frame for LTO

For pricing on new or used IBM TS3500 tape libraries, upgrades or parts, please contact Vibrant sales at sales@vibrant.com or call 888-443-8606 or 952-653-1700.