Alternative to DW012-80002: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the DW012-80002 (DW012-80002 - HP 36 / 72GB DAT-72 DDS-5 SCSI 5.25-Inch 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 DW012-80002
| SKU | DW012-80002 |
|---|---|
| Product | DW012-80002 - HP 36 / 72GB DAT-72 DDS-5 SCSI 5.25-Inch Tape Drive |
| Current price | $577.05 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View DW012-80002 › |
Alternatives to DW012-80002
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.
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
364445-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT 72x6 36/72GB DDS-5 DAT SCSI Tape Autoloader
SKU: 364445-001
Price: $2,407.34
C7438-00154 - HP StorageWorks 36GB (Native) / 72GB (Compressed) DAT-72i DDS-5 SCSI LVD Single Ended 68-Pin 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: C7438-00154
Price: $126.22
C7438-60030 - HP StorageWorks 36GB (Native) / 72GB (Compressed) DAT-72i DDS-5 SCSI LVD Single Ended 68-Pin 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: C7438-60030
Price: $202.11
DW012-69201 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive
SKU: dw012-69201
Price: $221.05
393493-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive
SKU: 393493-001
Price: $221.05
DW012-60005 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive
SKU: dw012-60005
Price: $240.00
Q1524-60006 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive for HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300
SKU: Q1524-60006
Price: $240.00
Q1524B - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive for HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300
SKU: Q1524B
Price: $240.00
Q1524C - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive for HP StorageWorks Tape Array 5300
SKU: Q1524C
Price: $240.00
Q1525-60004 - HP StorageWorks 36GB (Native)/72GB (Compressed) DAT 72i DDS-5 LVD SCSI 3.5-inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: Q1525-60004
Price: $264.99
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.