Alternative to C7421B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C7421B (C7421B - HP Ultrium 215 100 / 200GB LTO External Low Voltage Differential LVD 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 C7421B
| SKU | C7421B |
|---|---|
| Product | C7421B - HP Ultrium 215 100 / 200GB LTO External Low Voltage Differential LVD Tape Drive |
| Current price | $937.04 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C7421B › |
Alternatives to C7421B
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.
Q1545-60001 - HP StorageWorks 100/200GB Ultrium 215 LTO-1 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: q1545-60001
Price: $357.89
Q1544-69201 - HP StorageWorks 100/200GB Ultrium 215 LTO-1 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1544-69201
Price: $937.04
C7421A - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 215 External Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) External
SKU: C7421A
Price: $937.04
C7421-60015 - HP 100/200GB LTO Ultrium 215 SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
SKU: C7421-60015
Price: $937.04
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
390704-002 - HP StorageWorks 100/200GB Ultrium 232 LTO-1 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI 68-Pin External Tape Drive (Cabon)
SKU: 390704-002
Price: $397.89
DW065B - HP StorageWorks 100/200GB Ultrium 232 LTO-1 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI 68-Pin External Tape Drive (Cabon)
SKU: DW065B
Price: $461.05
390705-001 - HP StorageWorks 100/200GB Ultrium 232 LTO-1 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI 68-Pin External Tape Drive (Cabon)
SKU: 390705-001
Price: $593.26
DW065-69202 - HP StorageWorks 100/200GB Ultrium 232 LTO-1 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI 68-Pin External Tape Drive (Cabon)
SKU: DW065-69202
Price: $665.05
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.