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What is 3590 J Initialized With Black & White Label Data Tape?
3590 J Initialized With Black & White Label Data Tape is a preformatted IBM 3590-J series tape cartridge featuring a high-contrast black and white label for immediate use in backup and archiving applications.
What is the native and compressed capacity of the 3590 J tape?
The tape provides 200 GB native capacity and up to 400 GB with 2:1 hardware compression on compatible drives.
Which tape drives are compatible with this media?
It is compatible with all IBM 3590 series drives (models B, C, E, and J) when used with the appropriate drive adapter.
How is the tape initialized before shipment?
Each cartridge is fully erased and formatted using IBM’s 3590 initialization utility, ensuring it is ready for immediate data recording.
What does the black and white label signify?
The black and white label is a high-contrast, laminated media ID that simplifies cartridge identification and handling in data centers.
Can I replace or modify the existing label?
Yes. You can apply IBM-approved replacement labels or custom labels as long as barcode regions remain unobstructed for automated handling.
What is the archival life expectancy of the 3590 J tape?
When stored under recommended conditions, the tape offers up to 30 years of archival life.
What are the recommended storage and operating conditions?
Store at 16–25 °C and 40–60 % relative humidity, with no exposure to strong magnetic fields; operate between 10–40 °C at 8–80 % RH.
Does this tape support hardware encryption?
Yes. When used in an encryption-capable 3590 drive, it supports AES-256 hardware encryption to secure data at rest.
How many load/unload cycles can I expect?
The media is rated for up to 20,000 tape load/unload cycles under normal operating conditions.
How many full overwrite cycles does the tape support?
It supports at least 100 full overwrite cycles without data integrity degradation per IBM media specifications.
What is the sustained data transfer rate?
The native sustained transfer rate is 9 MB/s, rising to 18 MB/s with 2:1 compression enabled.
Which backup applications work with this tape?
It is certified for use with IBM Spectrum Protect, Veritas NetBackup, Dell EMC NetWorker and all major SCSI-tape backup software platforms.
What industry certifications and compliance does it have?
The cartridge meets ISO/IEC 20962, RoHS, REACH and IBM OEM compatibility standards for enterprise tape media.
What warranty covers the 3590 J Initialized tape?
It carries a one-year manufacturer’s warranty against defects, with optional extended warranty and support programs available.
How can I order replacement 3590 J tapes with black and white labels?
You can order them from certified IBM resellers or authorized distributors using part number 3590J-INIT-BWL for prompt delivery.