Alternative to 3573-L4S: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3573-L4S (3573-L4S - IBM 19.2/38.4TB LTO-4 Ultrium SCSI Tape Library for Storage System TS3100) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar IBM 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 3573-L4S
| SKU | 3573-L4S |
|---|---|
| Product | 3573-L4S - IBM 19.2/38.4TB LTO-4 Ultrium SCSI Tape Library for Storage System TS3100 |
| Current price | $5,368.07 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3573-L4S › |
Alternatives to 3573-L4S
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.
95P2020 - IBM Total Storage LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: 95P2020
Price: $295.43
3573-8448 - IBM LTO-7 Half Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive Module for System Storage TS3100 / TS3200 Tape Library
SKU: 3573-8448
Price: $3,549.47
95P4278 - IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) - 5 Pack
SKU: 95P4278
Price: $81.80
19P5887 - IBM LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-2 - 200GB (Native) / 400GB (Compressed)
SKU: 19P5887
Price: $94.07
24R1922 - IBM TotalStorage LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: 24R1922
Price: $117.47
95P4437 - IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Labeled Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: 95P4437
Price: $119.42
96P1470 - IBM LTO Ultrium 3 Barcode Label Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: 96P1470
Price: $125.22
95P4450 - IBM LTO Ultrium 4 WORM Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed)
SKU: 95P4450
Price: $128.42
96P1203 - IBM LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: 96P1203
Price: $142.11
08L9870 - IBM LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-2 200GB (Native) / 400GB (Compressed)
SKU: 08L9870
Price: $145.38
08L9124 - IBM LTO Ultrium 1 Cleaning Tape cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-1 - 1 Pack
SKU: 08L9124
Price: $194.37
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.