Alternative to AW678A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AW678A (AW678A - HP Esl-e Ultrium 3280 LTO5 8 GB Fiber Channel 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 AW678A
| SKU | AW678A |
|---|---|
| Product | AW678A - HP Esl-e Ultrium 3280 LTO5 8 GB Fiber Channel Tape Drive |
| Current price | $373.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AW678A › |
Alternatives to AW678A
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.
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
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
AD595A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960 ESL E-Series LTO-3 Fiber Channel Tape Drive
SKU: AD595A
Price: $170.53
381364-001 - HP 400GB / 800GB LTO-3 ESL E-Series Ultrium 960 Fiber Channel (FC) Tape Drive Module
SKU: 381364-001
Price: $170.53
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
HP AQ273B#103 1.5TB/3TB MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: AQ273B-103
Price: $946.32
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
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.