Alternative to C5540A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C5540A (C5540A - HP Hard Drive 2.1GB Scsi Bare 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 C5540A
| SKU | C5540A |
|---|---|
| Product | C5540A - HP Hard Drive 2.1GB Scsi Bare Drive |
| Current price | $195.21 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C5540A › |
Alternatives to C5540A
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.
BRSLA-0402-DC - HP 400/800GB LTO-3 Ultrium 960 Fibre Channel Bare Loader Drive
SKU: BRSLA-0402-DC
Price: $833.68
HP PD058B#103 400/800GB LTO-3 Ultrium 960 Fibre Channel Bare Loader Drive MSL Series
SKU: PD058B-103
Price: $1,448.09
C6527A - HP SureStore 9.00GB SCSI Ultra Wide SCSI Hard Drive Module for HP Rack N Stack
SKU: C6527A
Price: $186.04
AW593A - HP StorageWorks P2000 Hard Drive Array Hard Drive Serial Attached SCSI
SKU: AW593A
Price: $1,197.89
AX669A - HP StorageWorks MDS600 Hard Drive Array 31.5TB 70 x 450GB SAS Hard Drive Serial Attached SCSI Mini-SAS
SKU: AX669A
Price: $7,858.46
DW028B - HP StorageWorks 1U SCSI Rack-mount kit with one LTO-2 Ultrium 448 SCSI Tape Drive
SKU: DW028B
Price: $984.21
C3725W - HP 2.17GB 5400RPM SCSI Wide Differential Single-Ended 50-Pin 3.5-inch Hard Hard Drive
SKU: C3725W
Price: $188.21
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.