Alternative to C5687A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C5687A (C5687A - HP SureStore 20/40GB DAT40e 4mm DDS-4 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 C5687A
| SKU | C5687A |
|---|---|
| Product | C5687A - HP SureStore 20/40GB DAT40e 4mm DDS-4 External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $468.42 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C5687A › |
Alternatives to C5687A
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.
C5687-60009 - HP SureStore 20/40GB External DDS-4 DAT40 4mm SCSI Tape Drive
SKU: c5687-60009
Price: $468.42
157770-001 - HP StorageWorks 20/40GB SCSI 4MM DDS-4 Ultra2 LVD Single Ended External DAT Tape Drive
SKU: 157770-001
Price: $512.34
C1537-92206 - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537-92206
Price: $384.63
C1537-20820 - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537-20820
Price: $405.83
DW022-60005 - HP StorageWorks DAT-40 20GB(Native)/40GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-4 USB 2.0 Internal Tape Drive
SKU: DW022-60005
Price: $426.32
DW022A - HP StorageWorks DAT-40 20GB(Native)/40GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-4 USB 2.0 Internal Tape Drive
SKU: DW022A
Price: $468.42
C1520A - HP SureStore 2000 2GB/4GB DDS-1 SCSI Single-Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: C1520A
Price: $85.21
C1552-67203 - HP SureStore 15/30GB DAT8 DDS-2 SCSI Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: C1552-67203
Price: $385.34
C1552-67202 - HP SureStore 15/30GB DAT8 DDS-2 SCSI Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: C1552-67202
Price: $385.34
C1552-69204 - HP SureStore 15/30GB DAT8 DDS-2 SCSI Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: C1552-69204
Price: $385.34
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.