Alternative to AQ273B-103: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AQ273B-103 (HP AQ273B#103 1.5TB/3TB MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Tape Library Drive Module) 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 AQ273B-103
| SKU | AQ273B-103 |
|---|---|
| Product | HP AQ273B#103 1.5TB/3TB MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Tape Library Drive Module |
| Current price | $946.32 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AQ273B-103 › |
Alternatives to AQ273B-103
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.
603880-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 603880-001
Price: $584.21
BL535B - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: BL535B
Price: $468.42
695109-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 695109-001
Price: $547.37
708914-001 - HP StoreEver ESL G3 1.5TB (Native) / 3TB (Compressed) Ultrium 3280 LTO-5 8Gbps Full Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive
SKU: 708914-001
Price: $326.32
AQ293B - HP 1.5TB / 3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 Fibre Channel Internal Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: AQ293B
Price: $468.42
AQ293-20103 - HP 1.5TB / 3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 Fibre Channel Internal Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: AQ293-20103
Price: $1,340.53
QP005A - HP 1.5TB/3TB ESL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 8GB/s Fiber Channel Tape Drive
SKU: QP005A
Price: $221.05
652734-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB ESL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 8GB/s Fiber Channel Tape Drive
SKU: 652734-001
Price: $221.05
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
BL534B - HP 144TB / 288TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 MSL8096 8GB Fibre Channel 4DRV / 96 Slot Tape Library
SKU: BL534B
Price: $2,057.89
BL532B - HP 72TB / 144TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 MSL4048 Fibre Channel 1DRV / 48 Slot Tape Library
SKU: BL532B
Price: $7,489.16
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.