Alternative to C7422B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C7422B (C7422B - HP LTO Ultrium 215 Trade-Ready Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal) 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 C7422B
| SKU | C7422B |
|---|---|
| Product | C7422B - HP LTO Ultrium 215 Trade-Ready Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal |
| Current price | $641.67 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C7422B › |
Alternatives to C7422B
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.
DW066A - HP Ultrium 232 Trade-ready 100/200GB Lto Ultrium-1 Tape Drive (ek1273)
SKU: DW066A
Price: $384.72
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
C7470B - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 230 Array Module Tape Drive LTO Ultrium (100GB/200GB) Ultrium 1 SCSI LVD/SE plug-in Module 5.25Inch
SKU: C7470B
Price: $651.38
C7973WL - HP LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Pre-labeled Tape Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-3 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7973WL
Price: $154.71
C7421A - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 215 External Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) External
SKU: C7421A
Price: $937.04
C7492B - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 215 Hot-Pluggable Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) 1/2H Hot-swappable
SKU: C7492B
Price: $1,540.33
AG328A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 960-FC Drive Upgrade Kit Drive Module LTO Ultrium (400GB/800GB) Ultrium 3 Fibre Channel Tape Library plug-in Module
SKU: AG328A
Price: $2,324.33
BL538A - HP BL538A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 2 x Drive/48 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 72 TB (Native) / 144 TB (Compressed) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
SKU: BL538A
Price: $1,116.04
BL531A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium-5 1 x Drive/24 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 36 TB (Native) / 72 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel Tape Library
SKU: BL531A
Price: $2,490.36
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.