Alternative to Q1508A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1508A (Q1508A - HP Ultrium 460 Lto-2 230/460GB SCSI Low Voltage Differential 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 Q1508A
| SKU | Q1508A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1508A - HP Ultrium 460 Lto-2 230/460GB SCSI Low Voltage Differential Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $392.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1508A › |
Alternatives to Q1508A
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.
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
C7379-20831 - HP 230 / 460GB LTO-2 SCSI 68-Pin Tape Drive for StorageWorks MSL500 Tape Library
SKU: C7379-20831
Price: $271.58
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
C7401-69301 - HP SureStore 100/200GB External LTO Ultrium 230 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI Tape Drive
SKU: C7401-69301
Price: $844.67
C7973WL - HP LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Pre-labeled Tape Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-3 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7973WL
Price: $154.71
Q1508-69201 - HP 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential Internal Tape Drive
SKU: Q1508-69201
Price: $411.97
Q1509A - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1509A
Price: $426.32
Q1511A - HP StorageWorks 400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-3 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI Internal Tape Drive
SKU: Q1511A
Price: $459.38
Q1520A - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1520A
Price: $496.84
HP Q1520A#ABA StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1520A-ABA
Price: $724.05
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.