Alternative to 1000856-03: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 1000856-03 (1000856-03 - StorageTek LTO-3 2GB Fiber Channel Tape Drive) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 1000856-03
| SKU | 1000856-03 |
|---|---|
| Product | 1000856-03 - StorageTek LTO-3 2GB Fiber Channel Tape Drive |
| Current price | $731.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 1000856-03 › |
Alternatives to 1000856-03
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.
003-0543-01 - Sun StorageTek 2GB LTO-3 Ultrium Fiber Channel Tape Drive
SKU: 003-0543-01
Price: $664.67
96P1203 - IBM LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: 96P1203
Price: $142.11
C7971A - HP LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Cartridge LTO-1 100 GB Native / 200 GB Compressed 1998.03 ft Tape Length
SKU: C7971A
Price: $71.58
003-0508-01 - Sun LTO Ultrium 2 Data Cartridge - LTO Ultrium - LTO-2 - 200 GB (Native) / 400 GB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: 003-0508-01
Price: $131.66
003-0512-01 - Sun LTO Ultrium 3 Data Cartridge - LTO Ultrium - LTO-3 - 400 GB (Native) / 800 GB (Compressed)
SKU: 003-0512-01
Price: $157.00
AD560A - HP StorageWorks EML 103e 20.6 / 41.2TB Fiber Channel LTO Ultrium 2 42U Rack-Mountable Tape Library
SKU: AD560A
Price: $19,338.95
AD597B - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 Tape Library 6TB (Native) / 12TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 2 12TB (Native) / 24TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 SCSI
SKU: AD597B
Price: $806.83
EH903B - HP EH903B LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Drive LTO-3 400 GB (Native)/800 GB (Compressed)1U Rack Height Rack-mountable 60 MBps Native 120 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH903B
Price: $1,875.79
003-5308-01A - Sun / Oracle StorageTek 1.5/3TB LTO Ultrium 5 Storage Media
SKU: 003-5308-01A
Price: $172.62
13669-03 - StorageTek 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 13669-03
Price: $157.88
315510603 - StorageTek 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 315510603
Price: $344.33
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.