Alternative to EH899A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the EH899A (EH899A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 3280 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 Full-Height SAS Internal 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 EH899A
| SKU | EH899A |
|---|---|
| Product | EH899A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 3280 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 Full-Height SAS Internal Tape Drive |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View EH899A › |
Alternatives to EH899A
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.
708914-001 - HP StoreEver ESL G3 1.5TB (Native) / 3TB (Compressed) Ultrium 3280 LTO-5 8Gbps Full Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive
SKU: 708914-001
Price: $326.32
587237-001 - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO 5 Ultrium 3280 SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 587237-001
Price: $1,690.93
587238-001 - HP 1.50/3TB StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 587238-001
Price: $1,770.91
BL535B - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: BL535B
Price: $468.42
695109-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 695109-001
Price: $547.37
603880-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB StorageWorks MSL LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 Fibre Channel Drive Upgrade Kit Tape Library Drive Module
SKU: 603880-001
Price: $584.21
EH899B - HP Lto-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS Internal Tape Drive 1.50 TB Native /3 TB Compressed 5.25 Width 1h Height
SKU: EH899B
Price: $1,770.91
693425-001 - HP StorageWorks LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 693425-001
Price: $1,018.95
EH899-60005 - HP 1.5/3TB LTO Ultrium-5 3280 SAS 6Gb/s 5.25-inch Tape Drive
SKU: EH899-60005
Price: $1,309.74
HP EH899B#ABA 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS FH Internal Tape Drive
SKU: EH899B-ABA
Price: $1,777.07
HP EH900B#ABA 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS FH External Tape Drive
SKU: EH900B-ABA
Price: $1,819.32
693424-001 - HP 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 Ultrium 3280 SAS FH Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 693424-001
Price: $1,988.68
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.