Alternative to AK380A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AK380A (AK380A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 800/1600 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Tape Drive 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 AK380A
| SKU | AK380A |
|---|---|
| Product | AK380A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 800/1600 LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Tape Drive Library |
| Current price | $3,615.61 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AK380A › |
Alternatives to AK380A
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.
EH919B - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH919B
Price: $378.95
EH919SB - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH919SB
Price: $410.53
460148-001 - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 460148-001
Price: $468.42
EH920A - HP StorageWorks 800/1.6TB Ultrium 1760 LTO-4 Serial Attached SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: EH920A
Price: $721.05
460149-001 - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB Ultrium 1760 LTO-4 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) External Tape Drive
SKU: 460149-001
Price: $889.47
HP EH920A#ABA StorageWorks 800/1.6TB Ultrium 1760 LTO-4 Serial Attached SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: EH920A-ABA
Price: $1,036.75
EH946A - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) 1U RackMount Tape Drive
SKU: EH946A
Price: $2,237.16
BL538A - HP BL538A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 2 x Drive/48 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 72 TB (Native) / 144 TB (Compressed) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
SKU: BL538A
Price: $1,116.04
AQ697A - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB (Removeable) LTO-4 Ultrium SB1760C SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) Tape Blade RackMountable Tape Drive
SKU: AQ697A
Price: $3,501.47
509363-001 - HP StorageWorks 800/1600GB (Removeable) LTO-4 Ultrium SB1760C SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) Tape Blade Rack-Mountable Tape Drive
SKU: 509363-001
Price: $3,677.95
693420-001 - HP 800/1600GB StorageWorks LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS Internal Hh Tape Drive
SKU: 693420-001
Price: $647.37
HP EH919B#ABA 800/1600GB StorageWorks LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SAS Internal Hh Tape Drive
SKU: EH919B-ABA
Price: $695.91
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.