Alternative to 3580-L43: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3580-L43 (3580-L43 - IBM TS2340 800/1600GB Ultrium LTO-4 External SCSI Tape Drive) 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 3580-L43
| SKU | 3580-L43 |
|---|---|
| Product | 3580-L43 - IBM TS2340 800/1600GB Ultrium LTO-4 External SCSI Tape Drive |
| Current price | $1,167.16 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3580-L43 › |
Alternatives to 3580-L43
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.
3580-L33 - IBM TotalStorage 3580-L33 LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Drive - 400GB (Native)/800GB (Compressed) - External
SKU: 3580-L33
Price: $1,078.74
3580-L23 - IBM 200/400GB LTO2 Ultrium 3580 SCSI LVD Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: 3580-L23
Price: $896.66
45E6714 - IBM LTO Ultrium 3 Data Cartridge - LTO Ultrium - LTO-3 - 400 GB (Native) / 800 GB (Compressed) - 20 Pack
SKU: 45E6714
Price: $657.84
95P4692 - IBM 800/1600GB LTO Ultrium-4 TS2340 FH SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: 95P4692
Price: $1,326.32
95P5011 - IBM 800/1600GB LTO Ultrium-4 TS2340 FH SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: 95P5011
Price: $1,424.68
95P4400 - IBM 800/1600GB LTO Ultrium-4 TS2340 FH SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: 95P4400
Price: $1,604.84
3580L4X - IBM 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium TS2340 SCSI/LVD External FH Tape Drive
SKU: 3580L4X
Price: $1,892.72
3580L3H - IBM 400/800GB LTO Ultrium-3 3580 Model L3H SCSI/LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: 3580L3H
Price: $890.64
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.