Alternative to 157770-B31: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 157770-B31 (157770-B31 - HP 20/40GB DDS-4 (DAT) Ultra2 SCSI External Tape Drive (Opal color International)) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar HP 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 157770-B31
| SKU | 157770-B31 |
|---|---|
| Product | 157770-B31 - HP 20/40GB DDS-4 (DAT) Ultra2 SCSI External Tape Drive (Opal color International) |
| Current price | $491.64 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 157770-B31 › |
Alternatives to 157770-B31
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.
157770-001 - HP StorageWorks 20/40GB SCSI 4MM DDS-4 Ultra2 LVD Single Ended External DAT Tape Drive
SKU: 157770-001
Price: $512.34
159608-002 - HP Storageworks 20GB(Native)/40GB(Compressed) DDS-4 SCSi LVD Single Ended External DAT Tape Drive
SKU: 159608-002
Price: $512.34
C7497-80001 - HP SureStore DAT-40 20 / 40GB DDS-4 DAT Tape Drive Array Module
SKU: C7497-80001
Price: $577.05
HP EB623A#000 StorageWorks DAT 72x10 Tape Autoloader 360GB/720GB Slots 10 DAT (36GB/72GB) DAT-72 SCSI Rack-mountable 1U
SKU: EB623A-000
Price: $1,340.53
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
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
169017-001 - HP 20/40GB DAT 8 Cassette DDS-4 SCSI Low Voltage Differential External Autoloader
SKU: 169017-001
Price: $1,033.04
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.