Alternative to C5653-60003: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C5653-60003 (C5653-60003 - HP SureStore 12 / 24GB DAT 24 DDS3 SCSI 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 C5653-60003
| SKU | C5653-60003 |
|---|---|
| Product | C5653-60003 - HP SureStore 12 / 24GB DAT 24 DDS3 SCSI External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $374.59 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C5653-60003 › |
Alternatives to C5653-60003
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.
C1556-60003 - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556-60003
Price: $648.46
C5717-60003 - HP 120 / 240GB DDS-4 DAT SCSI Tape Drive for SureStore DAT 40 x 6 Digital DATa Storage
SKU: C5717-60003
Price: $366.74
C1554-60003 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-60003
Price: $326.00
C1555-67202 - HP SureStore DAT 24i 12GB / 24GB DDS-3 DAT SCSI SE 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1555-67202
Price: $242.41
C1556D - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556D
Price: $465.88
C1556-60033 - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556-60033
Price: $465.88
C1556C - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556C
Price: $505.53
C1556DR - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive without Cable
SKU: C1556DR
Price: $509.82
C1556A - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556A
Price: $596.61
C1556B - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556B
Price: $596.61
C1556-69203 - HP SureStore DAT 24e 12GB/24GB DDS-3 SCSI-2 Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: C1556-69203
Price: $622.22
C1556-60023 - HP SureStore 12GB/24GB External DDS-3 DAT 24e Single Ended Narrow SCSI-2 Tape Drive
SKU: C1556-60023
Price: $641.67
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.