Alternative to PD040A-000: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the PD040A-000 (PD040A-000 - HP 200GB/400GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal LTO2 Ultrium 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 PD040A-000
| SKU | PD040A-000 |
|---|---|
| Product | PD040A-000 - HP 200GB/400GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal LTO2 Ultrium Tape Drive |
| Current price | $1,437.38 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View PD040A-000 › |
Alternatives to PD040A-000
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.
Q1515A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 230 Internal Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) 5.25 1H Internal
SKU: Q1515A
Price: $189.47
HP Q1515A#ABA StorageWorks Ultrium 230 Internal Tape Drive 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) 5.25 1H Internal
SKU: Q1515A-ABA
Price: $317.80
A7983AT - HP LTO Ultrium 448i TV Tape Drive 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal
SKU: A7983AT
Price: $326.00
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
C7379-00150 - HP LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Drive 200GB (Native)/400GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch Internal
SKU: C7379-00150
Price: $481.78
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
HP PD000A#000 StorageWorks Tape Drive LTO Ultrium (400GB/800GB) Ultrium 3 Internal 5.25Inch
SKU: PD000A-000
Price: $1,618.58
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
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
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.