Alternative to AJ042A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AJ042A (AJ042A - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) Fibre ChannelInternal) 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 AJ042A
| SKU | AJ042A |
|---|---|
| Product | AJ042A - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) Fibre ChannelInternal |
| Current price | $573.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AJ042A › |
Alternatives to AJ042A
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.
AJ034A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) Ultrium 1840 Rack-Mountable 2U LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Library
SKU: AJ034A
Price: $2,513.68
AD597B - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 Tape Library 6TB (Native) / 12TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 2 12TB (Native) / 24TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 SCSI
SKU: AD597B
Price: $806.83
EH861A - HP StorageWorks EH861A LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) SAS 5.25-inch 1H External
SKU: EH861A
Price: $833.68
C7973WL - HP LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Pre-labeled Tape Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-3 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7973WL
Price: $154.71
AJ035A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Library 1 x Drive/48 x Slot 38.4TB (Native) / 76.8TB (Compressed) SCSI USB
SKU: AJ035A
Price: $2,187.37
AJ039A - HP StorageWorks MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Library 2 x Drive/96 x Slot 76.8TB (Native) / 153.6TB (Compressed) SCSI USB
SKU: AJ039A
Price: $11,558.64
EH900A - HP StorageWorks EH900A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) SASExternal 138.88 MBps Native 277.76 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH900A
Price: $833.68
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
BL531A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium-5 1 x Drive/24 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 36 TB (Native) / 72 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel Tape Library
SKU: BL531A
Price: $2,490.36
BL532A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 1 x Drive/48 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 72 TB (Native) / 144 TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel
SKU: BL532A
Price: $2,969.96
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.