Replacement for QD6525: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the QD6525 (QD6525 - Sony QIC Data Cartridge - QIC QIC-525 - 512MB (Native) - 1 Pack)? Pro Disk Network ships drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the QD6525
| SKU | QD6525 |
|---|---|
| Product | QD6525 - Sony QIC Data Cartridge - QIC QIC-525 - 512MB (Native) - 1 Pack |
| Current price | $154.74 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View QD6525 › |
Drop-in replacements for QD6525
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
20LTX200G - Sony LTO Ultrium 2 Library Pack Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-2 - 200GB (Native) / 400GB (Compressed) - 20 Pack
SKU: 20LTX200G
Price: $548.82
DGD120P - Sony DDS-2 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-2 - 4GB (Native) / 8GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: DGD120P
Price: $80.09
DL4TK88 - Sony DLTtape IV Data Cartridge - DLT DLTtapeIV - 40GB (Native) / 80GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: DL4TK88
Price: $80.09
LTX100G - Sony LTX100G Ultrium LTO-1 Data Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-1 - 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: LTX100G
Price: $94.07
SDLT1-320 - Sony SDLT1-320 Data Cartridge - Super DLT - 160GB (Native) / 320GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: SDLT1-320
Price: $110.53
DG60P - Sony DDS-1 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-1 - 1.3GB (Native) / 2.6GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: DG60P
Price: $112.62
Sony QGD160M//A2 Data Cartridge - 7GB (Native) / 14GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: QGD160M--A2
Price: $115.88
Sony LTX400G/BC LTX400G/BC LTO Ultrium 3 Data Cartridge with Barcode Labeling - LTO Ultrium - LTO-3 - 400 GB (Native) / 800 GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: LTX400G-BC
Price: $130.58
LTX400WBC - Sony LTX400W LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Data Cartridge with Barcode Labeling - LTO Ultrium - LTO-3 - 400 GB (Native) / 800 GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: LTX400WBC
Price: $131.05
QGD225ME - Sony SmartClean 225ME Mammoth-2 Data Cartridge - Mammoth Mammoth-2 - 60GB (Native) / 150GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: QGD225ME
Price: $138.87
SDX135C - Sony AIT-1 Data Cartridge - AIT AIT-1 - 35GB (Native) / 91GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: SDX135C
Price: $157.88
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.