Alternative to 301897-B21: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 301897-B21 (301897-B21 - HP MSL5030 LTO Ultra-2 LVD Fibre Channel SCSI Library no drives) 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 301897-B21
| SKU | 301897-B21 |
|---|---|
| Product | 301897-B21 - HP MSL5030 LTO Ultra-2 LVD Fibre Channel SCSI Library no drives |
| Current price | $2,475.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 301897-B21 › |
Alternatives to 301897-B21
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.
301897-B24 - HP MSL5030L1 1LTO Ultrium Drive Fibre Channel RM Tape Library
SKU: 301897-B24
Price: $2,231.58
301897-B25 - HP StorageWorks MSL5030 3TB (Native) / 6TB (Compressed) Rack-mountable Fibre Channel Tape Library
SKU: 301897-B25
Price: $3,062.20
301897-B23 - HP MSL5030 2 x LTO-1 Ultrium 230 Drive Rack-mount Tape Library
SKU: 301897-B23
Price: $2,873.68
301897-B22 - HP StorageWorks MSL5030 3 / 6TB Rack-mountable SCSI Tape Library
SKU: 301897-B22
Price: $2,524.21
BL531A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium-5 1 x Drive/24 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 36 TB (Native) / 72 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel Tape Library
SKU: BL531A
Price: $2,490.36
BL532A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 1 x Drive/48 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 72 TB (Native) / 144 TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel
SKU: BL532A
Price: $2,969.96
BL533A - HP MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 2 x Drive/96 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 144 TB (Native) / 288 TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel Network USB
SKU: BL533A
Price: $4,929.42
C7200-60009 - HP Fibre Channel / HVD SCSI Controller Card for SureStore E Series DLT / LTO Tape Library
SKU: C7200-60009
Price: $485.53
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
BL538A - HP BL538A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 2 x Drive/48 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 72 TB (Native) / 144 TB (Compressed) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
SKU: BL538A
Price: $1,116.04
454304-001 - HP 800/1600GB StorageWorks Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 454304-001
Price: $500.00
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.