Replacement for X6280A: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the X6280A (X6280A - Sun 12 / 24GB DAT DDS-3 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 X6280A
| SKU | X6280A |
|---|---|
| Product | X6280A - Sun 12 / 24GB DAT DDS-3 Tape Drive |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View X6280A › |
Drop-in replacements for X6280A
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.
STDM24 - Seagate STDM24 DAT DDS-3 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: STDM24
Price: $66.97
Sony DGD125P//A4 DGD125PA4 DAT DDS-4 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-4 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: DGD125P--A4
Price: $112.62
SG-XMED4MMDDS310 - Sun DDS-3 Tape Cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: SG-XMED4MMDDS310
Price: $485.00
C1555-67202 - HP SureStore DAT 24i 12GB / 24GB DDS-3 DAT SCSI SE 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1555-67202
Price: $242.41
59H3465 - IBM DDS -3 Tape Cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: 59H3465
Price: $80.09
DGD125PWW - Sony DDS-3 Tape Cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: DGD125PWW
Price: $98.83
Sony DGD125P//AWW DDS -3 Tape Cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: DGD125P--AWW
Price: $112.62
DGD125N - Sony DDS-3 Tape cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: DGD125N
Price: $112.62
C5717-60003 - HP 120 / 240GB DDS-4 DAT SCSI Tape Drive for SureStore DAT 40 x 6 Digital DATa Storage
SKU: C5717-60003
Price: $366.74
18P7912 - IBM DAT 72 Tape Cartridge - DAT DAT 72 - 36GB (Native) / 72GB (Compressed)
SKU: 18P7912
Price: $112.88
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.