Alternative to AQ697B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AQ697B (AQ697B - HP 800gb/1.6TB Storageworks Lto-4 Sb1760c Hh Plug-in-module SAS Tape Blade) 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 AQ697B
| SKU | AQ697B |
|---|---|
| Product | AQ697B - HP 800gb/1.6TB Storageworks Lto-4 Sb1760c Hh Plug-in-module SAS Tape Blade |
| Current price | $2,934.95 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AQ697B › |
Alternatives to AQ697B
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.
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
C7973WL - HP LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Pre-labeled Tape Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-3 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7973WL
Price: $154.71
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
EH847-60005 - HP StorageWorks 400/800GB Ultrium 920 LTO-3 Half Height Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH847-60005
Price: $389.47
EH847-69201 - HP StorageWorks 400/800GB Ultrium 920 LTO-3 Half Height Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH847-69201
Price: $426.32
AK383A - HP StorageWorks MSL LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: AK383A
Price: $468.42
EH847B - HP StorageWorks 400/800GB Ultrium 920 LTO-3 Half Height Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH847B
Price: $468.42
AG737A - HP StorageWorks 400/800GB Ultrium 920 LTO-3 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 3GB/s Internal Tape Drive with HBA Bundle
SKU: AG737A
Price: $828.86
EH861A - HP StorageWorks EH861A LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Drive 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) SAS 5.25-inch 1H External
SKU: EH861A
Price: $833.68
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.