Alternative to C5709A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C5709A (C5709A - HP DDS/DAT Cleaning Cartridge) 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 C5709A
| SKU | C5709A |
|---|---|
| Product | C5709A - HP DDS/DAT Cleaning Cartridge |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C5709A › |
Alternatives to C5709A
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.
9164-0420 - HP DAT DDS-3 Data Cartridge DDS-3 12 GB Native / 24 GB Compressed 410.10 ft Tape Length
SKU: 9164-0420
Price: $70.49
C5708A - HP DAT DDS-3 Data Cartridge DDS-3 12 GB Native / 24 GB Compressed 410.10 ft Tape Length
SKU: C5708A
Price: $113.68
C5705A - HP DDS -1 Tape Cartridge DAT DDS-1 1.3GB (Native) / 2.6GB (Compressed)
SKU: C5705A
Price: $131.66
HP EB623A#000 StorageWorks DAT 72x10 Tape Autoloader 360GB/720GB Slots 10 DAT (36GB/72GB) DAT-72 SCSI Rack-mountable 1U
SKU: EB623A-000
Price: $1,340.53
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
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
C7497-80001 - HP SureStore DAT-40 20 / 40GB DDS-4 DAT Tape Drive Array Module
SKU: C7497-80001
Price: $577.05
364445-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT 72x6 36/72GB DDS-5 DAT SCSI Tape Autoloader
SKU: 364445-001
Price: $2,407.34
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.