Alternative to EH856A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the EH856A (EH856A - HP Ultrium 1840 Array Module (Carbon) Offline Hot-Pluggable 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 EH856A
| SKU | EH856A |
|---|---|
| Product | EH856A - HP Ultrium 1840 Array Module (Carbon) Offline Hot-Pluggable Tape Drive |
| Current price | $468.42 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View EH856A › |
Alternatives to EH856A
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.
Q1540A - HP Ultrium 960 Array Module (Carbon) Offline Hot-Pluggable Tape Drive
SKU: q1540a
Price: $1,037.24
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
452975-001 - HP 800/1600GB StorageWorks LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Array Module Tape Drive
SKU: 452975-001
Price: $994.75
AJ034A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) Ultrium 1840 Rack-Mountable 2U LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Library
SKU: AJ034A
Price: $2,513.68
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
652733-001 - HP 800/1600GB Esl LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 652733-001
Price: $457.89
QP006A - HP 800/1600GB Esl LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: QP006A
Price: $457.89
454304-001 - HP 800/1600GB StorageWorks Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 454304-001
Price: $500.00
447790-001 - HP 800/1600GB Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 Fibre Channel Plug-In Module Tape Library Drive
SKU: 447790-001
Price: $629.47
AH682A - HP 800/1600GB Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 Fibre Channel Plug-In Module Tape Library Drive
SKU: AH682A
Price: $629.47
BRSLA-0601-DC - HP 800/1600GB Ultrium 1840 LTO-4 Fibre Channel Plug-In Module Tape Library Drive
SKU: BRSLA-0601-DC
Price: $768.42
C7492A - HP 100/200GB Ultrium 215 Array Module 200GB for Tape Array 5300/550
SKU: C7492A
Price: $653.95
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.