Alternative to C6525A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C6525A (C6525A - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 4mm SCSI Single Ended Hot-Pluggable Smart Desktop 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 C6525A
| SKU | C6525A |
|---|---|
| Product | C6525A - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 4mm SCSI Single Ended Hot-Pluggable Smart Desktop Tape Drive |
| Current price | $596.61 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C6525A › |
Alternatives to C6525A
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.
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
C1537A - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537A
Price: $355.79
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
C1537-00626 - HP SureStore 12/24GB DAT24 DDS-3 4mm SCSI-2 Single-Ended 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon/Black)
SKU: C1537-00626
Price: $405.83
C6365A - HP Smart Storage 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 4mm SCSI Narrow Single Ended Tape Drive
SKU: C6365A
Price: $468.42
C1554-10102 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-10102
Price: $305.16
C1554-20100 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-20100
Price: $305.16
C1554-10100 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-10100
Price: $305.16
C1554A - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554A
Price: $317.80
C1554-60003 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-60003
Price: $326.00
C1554-20102 - HP Surestore 12/24GB DAT DDS-3 Single-Ended SCSI 5.25-Inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C1554-20102
Price: $374.59
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.