Alternative to 596278-001: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 596278-001 (596278-001 - HP Sps-lto5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Int 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 596278-001
| SKU | 596278-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 596278-001 - HP Sps-lto5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Int Tape Drive |
| Current price | $378.95 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 596278-001 › |
Alternatives to 596278-001
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.
C7470B - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 230 Array Module Tape Drive LTO Ultrium (100GB/200GB) Ultrium 1 SCSI LVD/SE plug-in Module 5.25Inch
SKU: C7470B
Price: $651.38
AG328A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960-FC Drive Upgrade Kit Drive Module LTO Ultrium (400GB/800GB) Ultrium 3 Fibre Channel Tape Library plug-in Module
SKU: AG328A
Price: $2,324.33
AG324A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Ultrium 960 Tape Library 19.2TB/38.4TB Slots 48 LTO Ultrium (400GB/800GB) x 1 Ultrium 3 max Drives 2 Rack-mountable 4U
SKU: AG324A
Price: $4,058.25
BL536B - HP 1/8 G2 LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Tape Autoloader (BL536B) 12TB (Native) / 24TB (Compressed) SAS
SKU: BL536B
Price: $1,915.79
693417-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS HH External Tape Drive
SKU: 693417-001
Price: $882.11
596279-001 - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 596279-001
Price: $1,278.95
EH957A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 3000 1.50TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH957A
Price: $378.95
BL540B - HP 72tb/144TB Lto-5 Ultrium 3000 Msl4048 SAS 2drv/48 Slots 4u Rack-mountable Tape Library
SKU: BL540B
Price: $408.42
AQ284-20103 - HP 1.5TB(Native) / 3TB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 5 3000 SAS 6Gb/s 5.25-inch Tape Drive
SKU: AQ284-20103
Price: $500.00
EH957SB - HP EH957SB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH957SB
Price: $584.21
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.