Alternative to 35P1609: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 35P1609 (35P1609 - IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Fiber Channel Drive LTO-6 2.50 TB (Native)/6.25 TB (Compressed) Fiber ChannelInternal 160 MBps Native 400 MBps Compressed) 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 35P1609
| SKU | 35P1609 |
|---|---|
| Product | 35P1609 - IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Fiber Channel Drive LTO-6 2.50 TB (Native)/6.25 TB (Compressed) Fiber ChannelInternal 160 MBps Native 400 MBps Compressed |
| Current price | $3,544.04 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 35P1609 › |
Alternatives to 35P1609
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.
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
46X1290 - IBM LTO Ultrium 5 Data Cartridge - LTO Ultrium - LTO-5 - 1.50 TB (Native) / 3 TB (Compressed)
SKU: 46X1290
Price: $113.68
46X6666 - IBM LTO Ultrium 5 Data Cartridge with Barcode Labeling - LTO Ultrium - LTO-5 - 1.50 TB (Native) / 3 TB (Compressed)
SKU: 46X6666
Price: $113.68
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
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.