Replacement for SDX-500C-L: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the SDX-500C-L (Sony SDX-500C/L 50/100GB Ait-2 Scsi/Lvd Internal Hh Loader Ready Tape Drive)? 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 SDX-500C-L
| SKU | SDX-500C-L |
|---|---|
| Product | Sony SDX-500C/L 50/100GB Ait-2 Scsi/Lvd Internal Hh Loader Ready Tape Drive |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View SDX-500C-L › |
Drop-in replacements for SDX-500C-L
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.
Sony SDX-500C/TB AIT-2 Internal Tape Drive - 50GB (Native)/100GB (Compressed) - 3.5 1/3H Internal
SKU: SDX-500C-TB
Price: $514.32
50SDX3100BBCA - Sony AIT-3 Tape Cartridge - AIT AIT-3 - 100GB (Native) / 260GB (Compressed)
SKU: 50SDX3100BBCA
Price: $3,251.92
SDX-550V-RB - Sony 80/208GB AIT-2 Turbo Ultra Wide SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: SDX-550V-RB
Price: $509.26
SDX-550V-R - Sony 80/208GB AIT-2 Turbo 68 Pin SCSI/LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: SDX-550V-R
Price: $512.34
Sony SDX-450V/RB AIT-1 Turbo 40/104GB Ultra Wide SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: SDX-450V-RB
Price: $621.26
Sony SDX-500C/BM AIT-2 Internal Tape Drive - 50GB (Native)/130GB (Compressed) - 3.5 1/3H Internal
SKU: SDX-500C-BM
Price: $514.32
SDX125C - Sony AIT-1 Tape Cartridge - AIT AIT-1 - 25GB (Native) / 50GB (Compressed)
SKU: SDX125C
Price: $101.57
SDX3X150CWW - Sony AIT 3EX Tape Cartridge - AIT AIT-3Ex - 150GB (Native) / 390GB (Compressed)
SKU: SDX3X150CWW
Price: $109.75
SDX250C - Sony AIT-2 Tape Cartridge - AIT AIT-2 - 50GB (Native) / 130GB (Compressed)
SKU: SDX250C
Price: $163.74
Sony SDX250C//AWW AIT-2 Tape Cartridge - AIT AIT-2 - 50GB (Native) / 130GB (Compressed)
SKU: SDX250C--AWW
Price: $177.21
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.