Alternative to AK381A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AK381A (AK381A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Zero Drive Chassis LTO Ultrium Rack Mountable 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 AK381A
| SKU | AK381A |
|---|---|
| Product | AK381A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Zero Drive Chassis LTO Ultrium Rack Mountable Tape Library |
| Current price | $1,766.32 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AK381A › |
Alternatives to AK381A
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
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
EH903B - HP EH903B LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Drive LTO-3 400 GB (Native)/800 GB (Compressed)1U Rack Height Rack-mountable 60 MBps Native 120 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH903B
Price: $1,875.79
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
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
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
AF531A - HP PDU 20 x IEC 60320 C13 6 x IEC 60320 C19 4.99 kVA 1U Rack-mountable Zero U Rack-mountable
SKU: AF531A
Price: $461.05
AF900A - HP iPDU 6-Outlets 11.4kVA PDU 6 x IEC 60320 C19 11.40 kVA Zero U Rack-mountable, 1U Rack-mountable
SKU: AF900A
Price: $591.58
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.