Alternative to EH946B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the EH946B (EH946B - StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) -) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 EH946B
| SKU | EH946B |
|---|---|
| Product | EH946B - StorageWorks LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) - |
| Current price | $2,661.05 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View EH946B › |
Alternatives to EH946B
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.
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
EH900A - HP StorageWorks EH900A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) SASExternal 138.88 MBps Native 277.76 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH900A
Price: $833.68
95P4278 - IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) - 5 Pack
SKU: 95P4278
Price: $81.80
LTX800G - Sony LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: LTX800G
Price: $88.14
MR-L3MQN-02 - Quantum LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: MR-L3MQN-02
Price: $88.21
MR-L3MQN-01 - Quantum LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: MR-L3MQN-01
Price: $89.47
LTX400WWW - Sony LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: LTX400WWW
Price: $101.92
MR-L3WQN-BC - Quantum LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Prelabeled Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: MR-L3WQN-BC
Price: $105.17
MR-L4MQN-02 - Quantum LTO Ultrium 4 WORM Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1600GB (Compressed)
SKU: MR-L4MQN-02
Price: $105.26
MR-L4WQN-BC - Quantum LTO Ultrium 4 WORM Barcode Labeled Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) - 1 Pack
SKU: MR-L4WQN-BC
Price: $112.25
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.