SKU: VR-A16BA-YFBrand: QuantumCategory: Tape Media
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About the VR-A16BA-YF
This Quantum VR-A16BA-YF delivers Tape Media functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include capacity of 1.6 TB, 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 supplies the VR-A16BA-YF to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The VR-A16BA-YF is a Quantum tape media component with capacity 1.6 TB, interface SCSI. Pricing on the VR-A16BA-YF is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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Reviewed by:Pro Disk Network Engineering Team — . Specifications, compatibility, and pricing for the VR-A16BA-YF are shown on this page.
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Quick Answer: Will the VR-A16BA-YF fit my system?
The VR-A16BA-YF is a Quantum tape media 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 VR-A16BA-YF ship?
If in stock, the VR-A16BA-YF 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 VR-A16BA-YF 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 VR-A16BA-YF?
The VR-A16BA-YF is a Quantum enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 1.6 TB and interface SCSI, manufactured by Quantum. 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 VR-A16BA-YF
Pros
Direct-to-rack shipping on multi-pack orders
Sequential serial-number bundling for cluster builds
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 VR-A16BA-YF
Is the VR-A16BA-YF a genuine Quantum part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every VR-A16BA-YF as factory-original Quantum inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Quantum servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the VR-A16BA-YF fit my system?
The VR-A16BA-YF is a Quantum tape media 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 VR-A16BA-YF ship?
If in stock, the VR-A16BA-YF 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 VR-A16BA-YF?
New VR-A16BA-YF units carry the full Quantum 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 VR-A16BA-YF?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.