Q1524A - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive for HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300

Q1524A - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive for HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300

SKU: Q1524A Brand: HP Category: Tape Drive
$392.34 In Stock — Ships Today

About the Q1524A

This HP Q1524A delivers Tape Drive functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include capacity of 36 GB, form factor of 5.25-inch, interface of SCSI. 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 Q1524A 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.

Specifications

Part Identification

  • Part Number / MPN

    Q1524A

  • Manufacturer

    HP

  • Category

    Tape Drive

Technical Specifications

  • Capacity

    36 GB

  • Form Factor

    5.25-inch

  • Interface

    SCSI

Order & Fulfillment Details

  • Condition

    Refurbished

    Quality Tier
    Professionally tested — new available on request
  • Warranty

    90-Day Pro Disk Network Warranty

    Coverage
    Advance replacement — we ship first, you return the faulty unit
  • Shipping

    Free over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch

    Cutoff
    Orders placed before 3pm ET
  • Returns

    30-Day Returns — US

    Return Window
    Original packaging required
Part Number / MPNQ1524A
ManufacturerHP
CategoryTape Drive
Capacity36 GB
Form Factor5.25-inch
InterfaceSCSI
ConditionRefurbished — new available on request
Warranty90-Day Pro Disk Network Warranty — advance replacement
ShippingFree over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch
Returns30-Day Returns — US

Summary

The Q1524A is a HP tape drive component with capacity 36 GB, form factor 5.25-inch, interface SCSI. Pro Disk Network sells the Q1524A for $392.34 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.

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  • 30-Day Returns — pre-paid label on DOA and defective items

Quick Answer: Will the Q1524A fit my system?

The Q1524A 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 Q1524A ship?

If in stock, the Q1524A 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.

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Common Use Cases for Q1524A

The Q1524A 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 Q1524A?

The Q1524A is a HP enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 36 GB and form factor 5.25-inch, 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 Q1524A

Pros

  • Direct-to-rack shipping on multi-pack orders
  • Sequential serial-number bundling for cluster builds

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 Q1524A

Is the Q1524A a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every Q1524A 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 Q1524A fit my system?
The Q1524A 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 Q1524A ship?
If in stock, the Q1524A 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 Q1524A?
New Q1524A 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 Q1524A?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.

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