Dell Refurbished Tape Drives

For long-term data archiving and backup, tape remains one of the most cost-effective storage options available — and refurbished Dell tape hardware lets you maintain or expand an existing tape infrastructure without the cost of new equipment. We stock refurbished Dell PowerVault tape libraries and LTO drive modules across LTO-4, LTO-5, LTO-6, and LTO-7, along with LTO data cartridges.

 

Every unit is inspected and tested before shipping under our ISO 9001-certified quality management system. Orders ship from our warehouse in Denmark within 1–2 working days.

 

  • Save up to 80% versus buying new
  • Inspected and tested under our ISO 9001-certified quality management system
  • 1-year warranty included
  • LTO drive modules, PowerVault tape libraries, and LTO cartridges in one place

Dell PowerVault Tape Libraries

We stock refurbished Dell PowerVault tape libraries including the TL2000, ML3, ML6000, and 114X — covering entry-level autoloaders through to high-capacity enterprise libraries. The TL2000 is a compact autoloader suited to smaller backup environments, while the ML3 and ML6000 scale to larger data center deployments. The PowerVault PV124T offers 16-slot LTO6 SAS capacity for mid-range environments.

 

LTO Drive Modules

We stock LTO drive modules across LTO-4, LTO-5, LTO-6, and LTO-7 in both SAS and Fibre Channel interfaces — in half-height and full-height configurations for compatible PowerVault libraries. LTO-6 delivers up to 6.25TB native capacity per cartridge, while LTO-7 reaches 15TB native, making it a practical choice for environments with growing archival requirements.

 

LTO Data Cartridges

We stock LTO-5 (1.5TB/3.0TB compressed) and LTO-7 Ultrium data cartridges for compatible tape drives. Matching the cartridge generation to your drive is essential — LTO drives support the current and one previous generation for read/write, and two previous generations for read-only.

 

Finding the Right Tape Hardware for Your Environment

Compatibility depends on your existing PowerVault library model, the LTO generation your drives support, and whether your infrastructure uses SAS or Fibre Channel connectivity. Drive modules are library-specific — not all modules fit all enclosures, so matching the correct module to your PowerVault model before ordering is important. If you're not sure which components fit your setup, our team can help confirm compatibility.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Dell PowerVault tape libraries do you stock? We stock the PowerVault TL2000, ML3, ML6000, 114X, and PV124T, covering entry-level autoloaders through to high-capacity enterprise libraries.

 

What LTO generations do you stock? We stock LTO-4, LTO-5, LTO-6, and LTO-7 drive modules in SAS and Fibre Channel interfaces, along with LTO-5 and LTO-7 data cartridges.

 

Can I use any LTO cartridge with my tape drive? LTO drives support the current generation and one previous generation for read/write, and two previous generations for read-only. Using a cartridge outside this range will not work — matching generations is essential.

 

Can I mix SAS and Fibre Channel drive modules in the same library? This depends on your specific PowerVault library model. Some support mixed configurations; others do not. Our team can confirm what's supported for your setup.

 

How much can I save with refurbished Dell tape hardware? Up to 80% versus buying new, depending on the library model, LTO generation, and configuration.

 

What's the warranty on refurbished Dell tape drives? Every refurbished Dell tape drive and library comes with a 1-year warranty.