Alternative to 216885-001: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 216885-001 (216885-001 - HP StorageWorks AIT-1 Tape Drive 35GB (Native)/70GB (Compressed) External) 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 216885-001
| SKU | 216885-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 216885-001 - HP StorageWorks AIT-1 Tape Drive 35GB (Native)/70GB (Compressed) External |
| Current price | $591.58 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 216885-001 › |
Alternatives to 216885-001
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.
249160-001 - HP StorageWorks AIT 100 Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) External
SKU: 249160-001
Price: $2,149.08
Q1999A - HP AIT-3 Data Cartridge AIT-3 100 GB (Native) / 200 GB (Compressed) 1 Pack
SKU: Q1999A
Price: $145.26
269157-009 - HP 27-inch SCSI Cable with Trim 20/ 40GB DAT 35GB AIT Tape Drive Com
SKU: 269157-009
Price: $82.42
218575-002 - HP 35GB AIT SCSI LVD Hot Plug Tape Drive with Carrier (Internal/Carbon) Proliant Servers
SKU: 218575-002
Price: $591.58
Q1527A - HP StorageWorks Q1527A DAT 72 Tape Drive DAT 72 36 GB (Native)/72 GB (Compressed) Carbon SCSIExternal 3 MBps Native 6 MBps Compressed
SKU: Q1527A
Price: $690.28
EH900A - HP StorageWorks EH900A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) SASExternal 138.88 MBps Native 277.76 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH900A
Price: $833.68
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
C5657-60033 - HP SureStore 35GB (Native) / 70GB (Compressed) DLT-70I Fast Wide SCSI Single Ended 68-Pin Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C5657-60033
Price: $358.37
C5657-69203 - HP SureStore 35GB (Native) / 70GB (Compressed) DLT-70I Fast Wide SCSI Single Ended 68-Pin Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C5657-69203
Price: $358.37
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.