The IBM 3584 Tape Library is an excellent choice for demanding environments where rapid data access and high scalability is necessary. The IBM 3584 is compatible with 3592, TS1120, or LTO Ultrium 2 and LTO Ultrium 3 tape drives. Features of the IBM 3584 tape library include native fibre connectivity, hot-swappable drives, host-based path failover, exception reporting, and remote management options.


A wise substitute to legacy DLT tape solutions, the IBM 3584 is compatible with numerous open system servers and virtual tape solutions. Available models include the IBM 3584-L22, 3584-D22, 3584-L52, and 3584-D52. Details are provided below.


IBM 3584-L22 The IBM 3584 Model L22 (base frame) features:
  • Drives: Up to 12 x 3592 or TS1120
  • Max Data Cartridge Slots: 58, 117 or 260
  • Max I/O Slots: 192
  • Max Logical Libraries: 192
  • Max Virtual Tape Servers: 8

IBM 3584-D22 The IBM 3584 Model D22 (expansion frame) features:

  • Drives: Up to 12 x 3592 or TS1120
  • Max Data Cartridge Slots: 360-400
  • Max I/O Slots: 32
  • Max Logical Libraries: 192
  • Max Virtual Tape Servers: 8

IBM 3584-L52 The IBM 3584 Model L52 (base frame) features:

  • Drives: Up to 12 x LTO Ultrium3
  • Max Data Cartridge Slots: 64, 129, or 287
  • Max I/O Slots: 32
  • Max Logical Libraries: 192
  • Max Virtual Tape Servers: 8

IBM 3584-D52 The IBM 3584 Model D52 (expansion frame) features:

  • Drives: Up to 12 x LTO Ultirum3
  • Max Data Cartridge Slots: 360-440
  • Max I/O Slots: 32
  • Max Logical Libraries: 192
  • Max Virtual Tape Servers: 8

For pricing on new or used IBM 3584 tape libraries, please contact Vibrant sales at sales@vibrant.com or call 888-443-8606 or 952-653-1700.