The Sun SL500-30-SCSI-Z (SL500-30-SCSI-Z - Sun StorageTek StreamLine SL500 30-Slot 8U Rack-Mountable Tape Library) is a Tape Libraries & Autoloaders 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 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 sources the SL500-30-SCSI-Z 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z is a Sun tape libraries & autoloaders component with interface SCSI. Pricing on the SL500-30-SCSI-Z 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z fit my system?
The SL500-30-SCSI-Z is a Sun tape libraries & autoloaders 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the SL500-30-SCSI-Z same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The SL500-30-SCSI-Z 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z?
The SL500-30-SCSI-Z is a Sun enterprise IT hardware component with interface SCSI, manufactured by Sun. 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z
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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z
Is the SL500-30-SCSI-Z a genuine Sun part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every SL500-30-SCSI-Z as factory-original Sun inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Sun servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the SL500-30-SCSI-Z fit my system?
The SL500-30-SCSI-Z is a Sun tape libraries & autoloaders 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the SL500-30-SCSI-Z same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the SL500-30-SCSI-Z?
New SL500-30-SCSI-Z units carry the full Sun 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 SL500-30-SCSI-Z?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.