Alternative to Q1580A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1580A (Q1580A - HP 80/160GB Dat160 Usb 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 Q1580A
| SKU | Q1580A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1580A - HP 80/160GB Dat160 Usb Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $896.66 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1580A › |
Alternatives to Q1580A
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.
Q1580B - HP StorageWorks 80GB (Native) / 160GB (Compressed) DAT160 DDS-4 Internal USB Tape Drive
SKU: Q1580B
Price: $261.05
Q1580SB - HP StorageWorks 80GB (Native) / 160GB (Compressed) DAT160 DDS-4 Internal USB Tape Drive
SKU: Q1580SB
Price: $817.87
HP EB635A#000 DAT 160 Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB 3.5-inch 1/2H Internal
SKU: EB635A-000
Price: $953.26
Q1581A - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1581A
Price: $452.63
HP Q1581A#ABA StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1581A-ABA
Price: $1,132.78
Q1581SB - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1581SB
Price: $1,586.43
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.