Alternative to DW017B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the DW017B (DW017B - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drive - 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) - 5.25 1/2H External) 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 DW017B
| SKU | DW017B |
|---|---|
| Product | DW017B - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drive - 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) - 5.25 1/2H External |
| Current price | $853.54 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View DW017B › |
Alternatives to DW017B
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.
DW019A - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 448 Tape Drive 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) Hot-swappable
SKU: dw019a
Price: $871.58
AD597B - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 Tape Library 6TB (Native) / 12TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 2 12TB (Native) / 24TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 SCSI
SKU: AD597B
Price: $806.83
DW085A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 200GB/400GB 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal Tape Drive
SKU: DW085A
Price: $389.47
BRSLA-0501-DC - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 200GB/400GB 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal Tape Drive
SKU: BRSLA-0501-DC
Price: $557.50
AG761BT - HP StorageWorks 200GB/400GB Ultrium 448 LTO-2 SAS internal Tape Drive
SKU: AG761BT
Price: $1,983.46
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
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
AG324A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Ultrium 960 Tape Library 19.2TB/38.4TB Slots 48 LTO Ultrium (400GB/800GB) x 1 Ultrium 3 max Drives 2 Rack-mountable 4U
SKU: AG324A
Price: $4,058.25
AD605A - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 460 Tape Drive 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) Internal
SKU: AD605a
Price: $426.32
AD605B - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 460 Tape Drive 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) Internal
SKU: AD605B
Price: $426.32
Q1512B - HP StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 460 Tape Drive 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1H
SKU: Q1512B
Price: $557.50
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.