Alternative to BL534A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the BL534A (BL534A - HP StorageWorks MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 4 x Drive/96 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 144 TB (Native) / 288 TB (Compressed)) 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 BL534A
| SKU | BL534A |
|---|---|
| Product | BL534A - HP StorageWorks MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 4 x Drive/96 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 144 TB (Native) / 288 TB (Compressed) |
| Current price | $11,303.16 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View BL534A › |
Alternatives to BL534A
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.
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
BL533A - HP MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 2 x Drive/96 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 144 TB (Native) / 288 TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel Network USB
SKU: BL533A
Price: $4,929.42
AG324A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Ultrium 960 Tape Library 19.2TB/38.4TB Slots 48 LTO Ultrium (400GB/800GB) x 1 Ultrium 3 max Drives 2 Rack-mountable 4U
SKU: AG324A
Price: $4,058.25
AN974A - HP StorageWorks MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Library 4 x Drive/96 x Slot 76.8GB (Native) / 153.6GB (Compressed) Fibre Channel
SKU: AN974A
Price: $5,023.16
AJ039A - HP StorageWorks MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 1840 Tape Library 2 x Drive/96 x Slot 76.8TB (Native) / 153.6TB (Compressed) SCSI USB
SKU: AJ039A
Price: $11,558.64
AN973A - HP StorageWorks MSL8096 LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Library 4 x Drive/96 x Slot 38.4GB (Native) / 76.8GB (Compressed) Fibre Channel
SKU: AN973A
Price: $11,558.64
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
AH062A - HP Storageworks Enterprise Modular Library E-Series 71e Ultrium 960 Tape Library
SKU: AH062A
Price: $7,626.03
AD606A - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 12 / 24TB LTO Ultrium 960 SCSI Tape Library
SKU: AD606A
Price: $1,852.63
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.