Alternative to 7204-320: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 7204-320 (7204-320 - IBM RS/6000 320MB 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 7204-320
| SKU | 7204-320 |
|---|---|
| Product | 7204-320 - IBM RS/6000 320MB SCSI Tape Drive |
| Current price | $283.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 7204-320 › |
Alternatives to 7204-320
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.
00P5260 - IBM 3278 73.4GB 15000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin 320Mb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 00P5260
Price: $250.53
06G6596 - IBM Travelstar 320MB 3800RPM SCSI 50-Pin 64KB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 06G6596
Price: $210.71
46C1936 - IBM DAT 320 Data Cartridge - DAT - DAT 320 - 160 GB (Native) / 320 GB (Compressed)
SKU: 46C1936
Price: $398.49
03N6272 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 320 Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 03N6272
Price: $602.78
9124-1892 - IBM VXA-320 Tape Drive - 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) - SCSI - 5.25 1/2H Internal
SKU: 9124-1892
Price: $2,086.58
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.