Alternative to 18P8050: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 18P8050 (18P8050 - Dell LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Drive - 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) - SCSIExternal) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Dell 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 18P8050
| SKU | 18P8050 |
|---|---|
| Product | 18P8050 - Dell LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Drive - 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) - SCSIExternal |
| Current price | $524.36 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 18P8050 › |
Alternatives to 18P8050
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.
8G409 - Dell LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Drive LTO-1 100 GB (Native)/200 GB (Compressed) SCSI 5.25 Width 1H Height Internal
SKU: 8G409
Price: $205.26
08G409 - Dell LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Drive LTO-1 100 GB (Native)/200 GB (Compressed) SCSI 5.25 Width 1H Height Internal
SKU: 08G409
Price: $450.00
4R338 - Dell 100GB(Native) / 200GB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 1 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 4R338
Price: $221.05
04R338 - Dell 100GB(Native) / 200GB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 1 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 04R338
Price: $450.00
JY869 - Dell 400GB(Native) / 800GB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: JY869
Price: $1,985.83
0JY869 - Dell 400GB(Native) / 800GB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: 0JY869
Price: $1,985.83
0PJ742 - Dell 400GB/800GB (Native/ Compressed) LTO Ultrium-3 SCSI Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 0PJ742
Price: $8,680.45
PJ742 - Dell 400GB/800GB (Native/ Compressed) LTO Ultrium-3 SCSI Internal Tape Drive
SKU: PJ742
Price: $8,680.45
0HC591 - Dell 400GB(Native) / 800GB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 1/2-inch Tape Data Cartridge
SKU: 0HC591
Price: $82.42
HC591 - Dell 400GB(Native) / 800GB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 1/2-inch Tape Data Cartridge
SKU: HC591
Price: $82.42
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.