Alternative to BK821A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the BK821A (BK821A - HP StorageWorks MDS600 Hard Drive Array 35 x HDD 35 TB Installed HDD Capacity RAID Supported 70 x Total Bays 5U Rack-mountable) 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 BK821A
| SKU | BK821A |
|---|---|
| Product | BK821A - HP StorageWorks MDS600 Hard Drive Array 35 x HDD 35 TB Installed HDD Capacity RAID Supported 70 x Total Bays 5U Rack-mountable |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View BK821A › |
Alternatives to BK821A
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.
AP764A - HP StorageWorks MDS600 Hard Drive Array 35 x HDD 35 TB Installed HDD Capacity RAID Supported 70 x Total Bays 5U Rack-mountable
SKU: AP764A
Price: $12,746.87
C5141F - HP DLT Type IV Tape Cartridge 20/40GB Capacity Using DLT-4 Format 35/70GB or 40/80GB Capacity Using DLT-5 Format
SKU: C5141F
Price: $97.14
335921-B21 - HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 20 Storage Enclosure 2U 12 x 3.5-inch Hot-Pluggable SATA Drive Enclosure
SKU: 335921-B21
Price: $189.47
350171-001 - HP Fiber Channel Environment Monitoring Unit for StorageWorks M5214 Storage Array
SKU: 350171-001
Price: $73.68
356906-001 - HP Rail Kit for StorageWorks 70 Modular Smart Array / ProLiant DL320s Storage Server
SKU: 356906-001
Price: $160.00
AG637-63522 - HP StorageWorks EVA4400 Dual Controller Array Management Module
SKU: AG637-63522
Price: $397.89
582935-001 - HP StorageWorks P2000 G3 10GbE iSCSI MSA Array System Controller
SKU: 582935-001
Price: $757.89
335880-B21 - HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 500 G2 Storage Enclosure
SKU: 335880-B21
Price: $815.79
582935-002 - HP StorageWorks P2000 G3 10GbE iSCSI MSA Array System Controller
SKU: 582935-002
Price: $1,376.84
353803-B22 - HP 14 Bay StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1000 SCSI Enclosure 4u
SKU: 353803-B22
Price: $8,787.95
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.