Alternative to 09N0730: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 09N0730 (09N0730 - IBM 20 / 40GB DDS-4 DAT Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Tape Drive) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar IBM parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the 09N0730
| SKU | 09N0730 |
|---|---|
| Product | 09N0730 - IBM 20 / 40GB DDS-4 DAT Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Tape Drive |
| Current price | $283.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 09N0730 › |
Alternatives to 09N0730
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.
TC4200-122 - Seagate / IBM 20 / 40GB DDS-4 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended (SE) Tape Drive
SKU: TC4200-122
Price: $265.26
59H4458 - IBM DDS-4 Tape Cartridge - DAT DDS-4 - 20GB (Native) / 40GB (Compressed)
SKU: 59H4458
Price: $94.07
59H4456 - IBM DDS -4 Tape Cartridge - DAT DDS-4 - 20GB (Native) / 40GB (Compressed)
SKU: 59H4456
Price: $127.53
46C1936 - IBM DAT 320 Data Cartridge - DAT - DAT 320 - 160 GB (Native) / 320 GB (Compressed)
SKU: 46C1936
Price: $398.49
7206-220 - IBM 7206 DAT DDS-4 External Tape Drive - 20GB (Native)/40GB (Compressed) - External
SKU: 7206-220
Price: $503.09
71P7560 - IBM / Seagate Savvio 36.4GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Hard Drive
SKU: 71P7560
Price: $157.07
09N0959 - IBM SDLT 220 110/220GB SCSI Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Tape Drive
SKU: 09N0959
Price: $184.21
18P8157 - IBM 200 / 400GB Ultrium LTO-2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential Tape Drive Module
SKU: 18P8157
Price: $205.26
08L9340 - IBM 100/200GB LTO-1 68 Pin Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Tape Drive
SKU: 08L9340
Price: $283.34
59P6737 - IBM 160/320GB SDLT-2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Tape Drive
SKU: 59P6737
Price: $937.04
19P3978 - IBM 100 / 200GB Ultrium LTO-1 SCSI Low Voltage Differential Tape Drive With Tray
SKU: 19P3978
Price: $1,461.05
09N0980 - IBM 20/40GB DDS4 DAT Wide Ultra- SCSI-2 LVD 68-Pin Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 09N0980
Price: $225.21
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.