Alternative to AG679A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AG679A (AG679A - HP SmartBuy 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader Ultrium 448 Bundle) 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 AG679A
| SKU | AG679A |
|---|---|
| Product | AG679A - HP SmartBuy 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader Ultrium 448 Bundle |
| Current price | $2,601.03 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AG679A › |
Alternatives to AG679A
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.
391205-001 - HP 1.6/3.2TB StorageWorks 1/8 LTO-2 Ultrium 448 SCSI LVD Tape Autoloader
SKU: 391205-001
Price: $811.37
AF203-63001 - HP 1.6/3.2TB StorageWorks 1/8 LTO-2 Ultrium 448 SCSI LVD Tape Autoloader
SKU: AF203-63001
Price: $1,264.53
AG735A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 200/400GB LTO2 SAS Internal Tape Drive with HBA Bundle
SKU: AG735A
Price: $3,120.32
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
330821-B21 - HP 200/400GB Ultra3 SCSI Ultrium Drive Ultrium 460 Autoloader Rackmount for StorageWorks SSL1016
SKU: 330821-B21
Price: $1,272.84
435243-001 - HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 LTO Ultrium Tape Autoloader Chassis
SKU: 435243-001
Price: $684.21
391206-002 - HP 3.2/6.4TB LTO 3 StorageWorks 1/8 Ultrium 960 Tape Autoloader
SKU: 391206-002
Price: $853.54
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.