Alternative to 5697-5521: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 5697-5521 (5697-5521 - HP Sdlt600 Lvd SCSI Internal Library Tape Drive) 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 5697-5521
| SKU | 5697-5521 |
|---|---|
| Product | 5697-5521 - HP Sdlt600 Lvd SCSI Internal Library Tape Drive |
| Current price | $1,726.17 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 5697-5521 › |
Alternatives to 5697-5521
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.
973605-101 - HP 400/800 Ultrium 960 LTO-3 SCSI LVD Single Ended Internal Tape Drive for HP MSL6000 Tape Library
SKU: 973605-101
Price: $797.89
454304-001 - HP 800/1600GB StorageWorks Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 454304-001
Price: $500.00
C7200-44404 - HP 40/80GB DLT8000 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI Internal DLT Tape Drive Library Module with Tray
SKU: C7200-44404
Price: $1,924.21
973609-102 - HP 300/600GB Sdlt 6000 SCSI LVD Tape Loader Module for MSL Series Tape Library
SKU: 973609-102
Price: $2,139.84
70-60420-02 - HP 40/80GB DLT8000 LVD/SE Internal Loader Ready for Tl891 Tape Library
SKU: 70-60420-02
Price: $257.64
224891-001 - HP LVD to LVD Extender for StorageWorks ESL9000 Tape Library
SKU: 224891-001
Price: $473.68
C7219-60003 - HP Slave Controller Board for DLT Library 6/60 Tape Library
SKU: C7219-60003
Price: $419.43
AH062A - HP Storageworks Enterprise Modular Library E-Series 71e Ultrium 960 Tape Library
SKU: AH062A
Price: $7,626.03
340834-001 - HP 35/70GB SCSI Internal Tape Drive DLT Library Tl890 Series
SKU: 340834-001
Price: $1,033.04
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.