Alternative to 3573F3S: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3573F3S (3573F3S - IBM TS3100 Tape Library 1 x Drive/24 x Slot 9.6TB (Native) / 19.2TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel) 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 3573F3S
| SKU | 3573F3S |
|---|---|
| Product | 3573F3S - IBM TS3100 Tape Library 1 x Drive/24 x Slot 9.6TB (Native) / 19.2TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel |
| Current price | $1,973.83 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3573F3S › |
Alternatives to 3573F3S
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.
35732UL - IBM TS3100 Tape Library - 24 x Slot - LTO Ultrium 4 - 19.20 TB (Native) / 38.40 TB (Compressed)
SKU: 35732UL
Price: $3,289.26
00N7769 - IBM DDS-4 Tape Autoloader - 1 x Drive/6 x Slot - 120GB (Native) / 240GB (Compressed) - SCSI
SKU: 00N7769
Price: $666.47
19P2496 - IBM LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Drive - 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) - SCSIInternal
SKU: 19P2496
Price: $120.37
28L1652 - IBM DDS-3 Tape Drive - 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) - SCSIInternal
SKU: 28L1652
Price: $160.00
24P2401 - IBM LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Drive - 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) - SCSI - 5.25 1/2H Internal
SKU: 24P2401
Price: $233.68
24P2388 - IBM DDS-3 Tape Drive - 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) - SCSIInternal
SKU: 24P2388
Price: $250.53
24P2400 - IBM LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) SCSI 5.25 1/2H
SKU: 24P2400
Price: $275.79
09N0847 - IBM DDS-3 Tape Drive - 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) - SCSIInternal
SKU: 09N0847
Price: $280.38
24P2396 - IBM LTO Ultrium Internal Tape Drive - 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) - 5.25 1/2H Internal
SKU: 24P2396
Price: $399.26
09N0982 - IBM DDS-3 Tape Drive - 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) - SCSIInternal
SKU: 09N0982
Price: $405.26
24P2446 - IBM LTO Ultrium 1 Tape Drive - 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) - SCSI - 5.25 1/2H Internal
SKU: 24P2446
Price: $523.66
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.