Alternative to Q1568A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1568A (Q1568A - HP 100/200GB Ultrium 230 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 Q1568A
| SKU | Q1568A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1568A - HP 100/200GB Ultrium 230 Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $937.04 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1568A › |
Alternatives to Q1568A
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.
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
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
C7369-00821 - HP 100/200GB LTO Ultrium 230 SCSI LVD FH Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C7369-00821
Price: $215.79
303074-001 - HP 100/200GB LTO-1 Ultrium 230 SCSI LVD/SE Internal Tape Drive with Tray
SKU: 303074-001
Price: $221.05
C7369-00831 - HP 100/200GB LTO1 Ultrium 230 SCSI LVD Single Ended 68-Pin 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C7369-00831
Price: $221.05
C7369-00820 - HP 100/200GB LTO1 Ultrium 230 SCSI LVD Single Ended 68-Pin 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive
SKU: c7369-00820
Price: $273.68
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.