Alternative to Q1573B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1573B (Q1573B - HP 80 / 160GB DAT 160 SCSI LVD 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 Q1573B
| SKU | Q1573B |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1573B - HP 80 / 160GB DAT 160 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $690.28 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1573B › |
Alternatives to Q1573B
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.
450450-001 - HP 80/160GB Dat 160 SCSI Internal Tape Drive Array Module
SKU: 450450-001
Price: $1,817.03
HP EB635A#000 DAT 160 Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB 3.5-inch 1/2H Internal
SKU: EB635A-000
Price: $953.26
Q1524-80003 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 Array Module 36GB/72GB DDS-5 SCSI LVD 5.25-inch Tape Drive for StorageWorks Tape Array 5300
SKU: Q1524-80003
Price: $411.97
BRSLA-05S2-DC - HP StorageWorks DAT 160 Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H
SKU: BRSLA-05S2-DC
Price: $402.11
EH976A - HP DAT-160 Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USBInternal
SKU: EH976A
Price: $762.16
Q1588SB - HP DAT 160 Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) SASExternal
SKU: Q1588SB
Price: $1,115.54
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.