Alternative to Q1520A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1520A (Q1520A - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External 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 Q1520A
| SKU | Q1520A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1520A - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $496.84 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1520A › |
Alternatives to Q1520A
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.
Q1509A - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1509A
Price: $426.32
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
Q1519-67201 - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: q1519-67201
Price: $771.70
Q1519-60001 - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: q1519-60001
Price: $771.70
Q1520B - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1520B
Price: $771.70
Q1519-69201 - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1519-69201
Price: $937.04
Q1519A - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI External Tape Drive
SKU: q1519a
Price: $937.04
Q1511A - HP StorageWorks 400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-3 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended SCSI Internal Tape Drive
SKU: Q1511A
Price: $459.38
Q1508-69201 - HP 200/400GB Ultrium 460 LTO-2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential Internal Tape Drive
SKU: Q1508-69201
Price: $411.97
311664-002 - HP Storageworks 200/400GB Ultrium LTO2 460 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Single Ended External Tape Drive
SKU: 311664-002
Price: $695.91
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.