The IBM 3628L4X (3628L4X - IBM 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium SAS-2 External HH Tape Drive) 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 1600 GB, interface of SAS. 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 3628L4X 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 3628L4X is a IBM tape drive component with capacity 1600 GB, interface SAS. Pro Disk Network sells the 3628L4X for $2,291.33 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 3628L4X is a IBM 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 3628L4X ship?
If in stock, the 3628L4X 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 3628L4X 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 3628L4X?
The 3628L4X is a IBM enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 1600 GB and interface SAS, manufactured by IBM. 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 3628L4X
Pros
Free 30-day return window covers DOA + fit issues
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 3628L4X
Is the 3628L4X a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 3628L4X as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the 3628L4X fit my system?
The 3628L4X is a IBM 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 3628L4X ship?
If in stock, the 3628L4X 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 3628L4X?
New 3628L4X units carry the full IBM 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 3628L4X?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.