Alternative to BC042A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the BC042A (BC042A - HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 External 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 BC042A
| SKU | BC042A |
|---|---|
| Product | BC042A - HPE StoreEver LTO-9 Ultrium 45000 External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $7,694.74 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View BC042A › |
Alternatives to BC042A
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.
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
EH920B - HP StoreEver LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 800GB / 1.6TB SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: EH920B
Price: $726.32
693421-001 - HP StoreEver LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 800GB / 1.6TB SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 693421-001
Price: $1,171.38
684882-001 - HP 2.50 TB/6.25TB Storeever LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 684882-001
Price: $1,226.32
HP EH958B#ABA 1.5TB/3TB Storeever LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 SAS Hh External Tape Drive
SKU: EH958B-ABA
Price: $3,172.03
HP EH920B#ABA StoreEver LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 800GB / 1.6TB SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: EH920B-ABA
Price: $3,526.00
882281-001 - HP 12TB/30TB Storeever LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 HH SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 882281-001
Price: $5,138.95
EH970SB - HP 2.5/6.25TB Storeever LTO-6 Ultrium 6250 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: EH970SB
Price: $7,049.88
839698-001 - HP 6TB / 15TB StoreEver LTO-7 Ultrium 15000 HH SAS 6 Gbps External Tape Drive
SKU: 839698-001
Price: $7,668.42
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.