The Dell 46X5687 (46X5687 - Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive) is a Tape Drive component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. This part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include capacity of 1.5 TB, interface of SAS. Common deployment scenarios include enterprise data-center, server-room, and managed-service-provider environments where matched-OEM-part procurement is required for warranty and compliance continuity. Pro Disk Network maintains the 46X5687 in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The 46X5687 is a Dell tape drive component with capacity 1.5 TB, interface SAS. Pro Disk Network sells the 46X5687 for $1,147.37 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 46X5687 is a Dell tape drive part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 46X5687 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 46X5687 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The 46X5687 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Production Deployment — Drop-in part for production enterprise infrastructure. Pre-tested and inspected before shipment.
Replacement / Spare — Hot-spare or RMA replacement keeping installed base running while OEM warranty is processed.
Lab / Dev / Test — Identical part for non-production validation environments. Cost-effective using refurbished tier.
Capacity Expansion — Adding capacity to an existing deployment without disturbing the production baseline.
What is the 46X5687?
The 46X5687 is a Dell enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 1.5 TB and interface SAS, manufactured by Dell. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 46X5687
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Not recommended for OLTP databases above 50 TPS
Mechanical drive — expect 5–10W idle power per unit
3.5" form factor only — confirm caddy fit before ordering
Frequently Asked Questions about 46X5687
Is the 46X5687 a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 46X5687 as factory-original Dell inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Dell servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the 46X5687 fit my system?
The 46X5687 is a Dell tape drive part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 46X5687 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 46X5687 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the 46X5687?
New 46X5687 units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 46X5687?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.