Alternative to AK379SB: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AK379SB (AK379SB - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 24-Slot LTO Ultrium Rack-Mountable 2U Tape Library) 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 AK379SB
| SKU | AK379SB |
|---|---|
| Product | AK379SB - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 24-Slot LTO Ultrium Rack-Mountable 2U Tape Library |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AK379SB › |
Alternatives to AK379SB
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.
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
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
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
BL542A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Ultrium 3000 LTO-5 Rack-mountable Tape Library
SKU: BL542A
Price: $2,960.00
AH559A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium 920 Tape Library 1 x Drive/24 x Slot 9.6TB (Native) / 19.2TB (Compressed) Serial Attached SCSI Network USB
SKU: AH559A
Price: $1,705.26
BL541A - HP StorageWorks BL541A Tape Autoloader 1 x Drive/8 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 12 TB (Native) / 24 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel
SKU: BL541A
Price: $2,407.34
AH170A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium 920 Tape Library 2 x Drive/24 x Slot 9.6TB (Native) / 19.2TB (Compressed) SCSI Network USB
SKU: AH170A
Price: $3,457.89
AG116A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium 448 Tape Library 1 x Drive/24 x Slot 4.8TB (Native) / 9.6TB (Compressed) SCSI Network USB
SKU: AG116A
Price: $3,523.37
AG117A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium 448 Tape Library 2 x Drive/24 x Slot 4.8TB (Native) / 9.6TB (Compressed) SCSI Network USB
SKU: AG117A
Price: $3,523.37
453906-001 - HP LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive LTO-4 800 GB (Native)/1.60 TB (Compressed) SCSI 5.25-inch Width 1H Height 120 MBps Native 240 MBps Compressed
SKU: 453906-001
Price: $468.42
C7401-60024 - HP 100/200GB StorageWorks Ultrium 230 LTO-1 SCSI Tape Drive
SKU: C7401-60024
Price: $366.32
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.