Alternative to AQ280A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AQ280A (AQ280A - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Hh Internal Tape Drive) 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 AQ280A
| SKU | AQ280A |
|---|---|
| Product | AQ280A - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Hh Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $961.49 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AQ280A › |
Alternatives to AQ280A
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.
EH957A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 3000 1.50TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH957A
Price: $378.95
BRSLA-0902-AC - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Hh Internal Tape Drive
SKU: BRSLA-0902-AC
Price: $899.93
AQ280-20000 - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Hh Internal Tape Drive
SKU: AQ280-20000
Price: $1,787.95
AQ280L - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: AQ280L
Price: $3,559.04
HP EH957B#ABA 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH957B-ABA
Price: $4,399.91
HP EH957A#ABA 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH957A-ABA
Price: $4,399.91
BL544B - HP 1.5 TB/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 8GB Fibre Channel Internal Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: BL544B
Price: $408.42
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
EH958A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 3000 1.50TB/3TB LTO-5 Serial Attached SCSI 2 (SAS) External Tape Drive
SKU: EH958A
Price: $1,278.95
596279-001 - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 596279-001
Price: $1,278.95
BRSLA-0904-AC - HP StorageWorks 1.5/3TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: BRSLA-0904-AC
Price: $1,676.83
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.