Replacement for c5685C: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the c5685C (C5685C - HP 20/40GB DDS-4 DAT SCSI Single-Ended Internal Tape Drive)? Pro Disk Network ships HP 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 c5685C
| SKU | c5685C |
|---|---|
| Product | C5685C - HP 20/40GB DDS-4 DAT SCSI Single-Ended Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $304.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View c5685C › |
Drop-in replacements for c5685C
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.
C1553-20174 - HP 24GB/48GB DAT DDS-2 SCSI Single Ended 50-Pin Internal Autoloader Tape Drive
SKU: C1553-20174
Price: $117.72
Q1522-67201 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72i 36GB(Native)/72GB(Compressed) DDS-5 SCSI 68-Pin Single Ended LVD Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: Q1522-67201
Price: $194.74
C1539-20485 - HP SureStore 4/8GB DDS-2 DAT SCSI Single-Ended 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1539-20485
Price: $283.34
C1554-20100 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-20100
Price: $305.16
DW009-69201 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72i 36GB(Native)/72GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-5 SCSI 68-Pin Single Ended LVD Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: DW009-69201
Price: $317.80
DW009-67201 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72i 36GB(Native)/72GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-5 SCSI 68-Pin Single Ended LVD Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: DW009-67201
Price: $331.16
C1539-69202 - HP SureStore 4/8GB DDS-2 DAT SCSI Single-Ended 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1539-69202
Price: $374.59
C1554-20102 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-20102
Price: $374.59
C7438-20260 - HP StorageWorks 36GB (Native) / 72GB (Compressed) DAT-72i DDS-5 SCSI LVD Single Ended 68-Pin 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: C7438-20260
Price: $391.09
C7438-20350 - HP StorageWorks 36GB (Native) / 72GB (Compressed) DAT-72i DDS-5 SCSI LVD Single Ended 68-Pin 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: C7438-20350
Price: $391.09
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.