HP part number Q1518A-ABA identifies the HP Q1518A#ABA 200/400GB LTO-2 Ultrium 460 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive for HP ProLiant ML370/DL380 G4 Server, an enterprise-grade Tape Drive unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include capacity of 400 GB, interface of SCSI, generation of Gen4. 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 Q1518A-ABA in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. Listed compatibility: HP ProLiant ML370. Cross-verify against the OEM compatibility matrix before deployment for production workloads. 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 Q1518A-ABA is a HP tape drive component with capacity 400 GB, interface SCSI, generation Gen4. Pro Disk Network sells the Q1518A-ABA for $602.78 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA ship?
Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA?
The Q1518A-ABA is a HP enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 400 GB and interface SCSI, 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 Q1518A-ABA
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 Q1518A-ABA
Is the Q1518A-ABA a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA fit my system?
The Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA ship?
Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA?
New Q1518A-ABA 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 Q1518A-ABA?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.