Sony part number SDX5-400C identifies the SDX5-400C - Sony AIT-5 8mm 400/1040GB DATA Cartridge, an enterprise-grade Tape Media unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include capacity of 1040 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 sources the SDX5-400C through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The SDX5-400C is a Sony tape media component with capacity 1040 GB. Pricing on the SDX5-400C is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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Quick Answer: Will the SDX5-400C fit my system?
The SDX5-400C is a Sony 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 SDX5-400C ship?
If in stock, the SDX5-400C 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 SDX5-400C 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 SDX5-400C?
The SDX5-400C is a Sony enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 1040 GB, manufactured by Sony. 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 SDX5-400C
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Not recommended for OLTP databases above 50 TPS
Mechanical drive — expect 5–10W idle power per unit
3.5" form factor only — confirm caddy fit before ordering
Frequently Asked Questions about SDX5-400C
Is the SDX5-400C a genuine Sony part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every SDX5-400C as factory-original Sony inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Sony servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the SDX5-400C fit my system?
The SDX5-400C is a Sony 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 SDX5-400C ship?
If in stock, the SDX5-400C 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 SDX5-400C?
New SDX5-400C units carry the full Sony 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 SDX5-400C?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.