Alternative to Q1547A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1547A (Q1547A - HP StorageWorks DAT 24i Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) Internal) 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 Q1547A
| SKU | Q1547A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1547A - HP StorageWorks DAT 24i Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) Internal |
| Current price | $326.32 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1547A › |
Alternatives to Q1547A
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.
Q1527A - HP StorageWorks Q1527A DAT 72 Tape Drive DAT 72 36 GB (Native)/72 GB (Compressed) Carbon SCSIExternal 3 MBps Native 6 MBps Compressed
SKU: Q1527A
Price: $690.28
AP835A - HP StorageWorks AP835A DAT 320 DAT 320 160 GB (Native)/320 GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch Width 1/2H Height 12 MBps Native 24 MBps Compressed
SKU: AP835A
Price: $1,848.86
AG594B - HP AG594B DAT 72 Tape Drive DAT 72 36 GB (Native)/72 GB (Compressed) USB1U Rack Height Rack-mountable 3 MBps Native 6 MBps Compressed
SKU: AG594B
Price: $1,604.37
C7498A - HP StorageWorks DAT 24 Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) SCSIRack-mountable Hot-swappable
SKU: C7498A
Price: $283.34
DW069A - HP StorageWorks DAT 24 Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H Internal
SKU: DW069A
Price: $622.22
DW071A - HP StorageWorks 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) DAT 24 Trade Ready 5.25-inch Tape Drive
SKU: DW071A
Price: $661.32
DW070A - HP StorageWorks DAT 24 Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) External
SKU: DW070A
Price: $1,015.37
HP DW070A#ABA StorageWorks DAT 24 Tape Drive 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) External
SKU: DW070A-ABA
Price: $1,031.36
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
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 EB686A#000 EB686A DAT 320 Tape Drive DAT 320 160 GB (Native)/320 GB (Compressed) Black USBExternal
SKU: EB686A-000
Price: $1,277.14
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.