Alternative to A3542A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the A3542A (A3542A - HP 12/24GB DDS3 4mm SCSI Se Internal 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 A3542A
| SKU | A3542A |
|---|---|
| Product | A3542A - HP 12/24GB DDS3 4mm SCSI Se Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $317.89 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View A3542A › |
Alternatives to A3542A
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.
C1537A - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537A
Price: $355.79
C1537-92206 - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537-92206
Price: $384.63
C1537-20820 - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537-20820
Price: $405.83
C1537-00626 - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537-00626
Price: $405.83
122873-001 - HP 12GB/24GB DDS-3 4MM DAT 5.25-inch Internal SCSI Tape Drive
SKU: 122873-001
Price: $694.24
DW071-67201 - HP 12/24GB 5.25-Inch 4mm DDS-3 USB Internal Carbon Tape Drive
SKU: DW071-67201
Price: $937.04
DW071-69201 - HP 12/24GB 5.25-Inch 4mm DDS-3 USB Internal Carbon Tape Drive
SKU: DW071-69201
Price: $937.04
C6365A - HP Smart Storage 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 4mm SCSI Narrow Single Ended Tape Drive
SKU: C6365A
Price: $468.42
C6525A - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 4mm SCSI Single Ended Hot-Pluggable Smart Desktop Tape Drive
SKU: C6525A
Price: $596.61
295513-B22 - HP DDS-3 Internal Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) 5.25 1/2H Internal
SKU: 295513-B22
Price: $694.24
C1555-67202 - HP SureStore DAT 24i 12GB / 24GB DDS-3 DAT SCSI SE 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1555-67202
Price: $242.41
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.