The Dell 6U103 (6U103 - Dell 160/320GB SDLT External Tape Drive (Black)) 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 320 GB. 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 6U103 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 6U103 is a Dell tape drive component with capacity 320 GB. Pro Disk Network sells the 6U103 for $373.68 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
The 6U103 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 6U103 ship?
If in stock, the 6U103 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The 6U103 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 6U103?
The 6U103 is a Dell enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 320 GB, 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 6U103
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Not enterprise NVMe — sub-100 µs latency workloads need a different SKU
Bulk capacity is the value play, not raw IOPS
Larger orders may ship via LTL freight (signature required)
Frequently Asked Questions about 6U103
Is the 6U103 a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 6U103 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 6U103 fit my system?
The 6U103 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 6U103 ship?
If in stock, the 6U103 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the 6U103?
New 6U103 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 6U103?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.