Alternative to 6171S5R: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 6171S5R (6171S5R - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader with LT05 HH SAS) 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 6171S5R
| SKU | 6171S5R |
|---|---|
| Product | 6171S5R - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader with LT05 HH SAS |
| Current price | $6,448.05 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 6171S5R › |
Alternatives to 6171S5R
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.
6171S6R - IBM System Storage TS2900 Tape Autoloader with LT06 HH SAS Tape Drive
SKU: 6171S6R
Price: $3,065.83
00N7769 - IBM DDS-4 Tape Autoloader - 1 x Drive/6 x Slot - 120GB (Native) / 240GB (Compressed) - SCSI
SKU: 00N7769
Price: $666.47
3581-L28 - IBM 1.6/3.2TB LTO-2 Ultrium 8-Slots SCSI/LVD External 2u Tape Autoloader
SKU: 3581-L28
Price: $833.68
45E1010 - IBM 24-Slot LTO-5 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Autoloader Tape Library
SKU: 45E1010
Price: $914.76
3581-L38 - IBM 3.2/6.4TB LTO Ultrium-3 8-Slots SCSI/LVD External 2U Tape Autoloader
SKU: 3581-L38
Price: $1,208.42
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.