Sourced for enterprise IT teams, the Dell 8-00311-01 (8-00311-01 - Dell 400/800GB LTO-3 Fibre Channel Loader Module ML6000 Tape Drive) is a Tape Drive component appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include capacity of 800 GB, interface of Fibre Channel. Typical use cases include in-place upgrades, EOL replacement under existing OEM service contracts, lab/test environments, and refurbished-rebuild programs. Pro Disk Network sources the 8-00311-01 through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The 8-00311-01 is a Dell tape drive component with capacity 800 GB, interface Fibre Channel. Pro Disk Network sells the 8-00311-01 for $417.54 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01?
The 8-00311-01 is a Dell enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 800 GB and interface Fibre Channel, 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 8-00311-01
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Designed for capacity tier, not write-intensive cache
Not a drop-in for desktop NAS without verifying caddy
Some firmware revs locked to specific RAID-controller families
Frequently Asked Questions about 8-00311-01
Is the 8-00311-01 a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01 fit my system?
The 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01?
New 8-00311-01 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 8-00311-01?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.