Sourced for enterprise IT teams, the HP C5698B (C5698B - HP 4/8GB DAT Tape Drive) is a Tape Drive component appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include capacity of 8 GB. Typical use cases include in-place upgrades, EOL replacement under existing OEM service contracts, lab/test environments, and refurbished-rebuild programs. Pro Disk Network maintains the C5698B 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 C5698B is a HP tape drive component with capacity 8 GB. Pricing on the C5698B is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
The C5698B is a HP 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 C5698B ship?
C5698B orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The C5698B 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 C5698B?
The C5698B is a HP enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 8 GB, manufactured by HP. 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 C5698B
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Refurbished tier reseals — original retail box not included
Single-drive purchases ship in static-shield bags, not retail packaging
Lead time on 24+ drive orders may extend 2–4 business days
Frequently Asked Questions about C5698B
Is the C5698B a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every C5698B as factory-original HP inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned HP servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the C5698B fit my system?
The C5698B is a HP 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 C5698B ship?
C5698B orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the C5698B?
New C5698B units carry the full HP 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 C5698B?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.