Alternative to Q1581A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q1581A (Q1581A - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB 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 Q1581A
| SKU | Q1581A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q1581A - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $452.63 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1581A › |
Alternatives to Q1581A
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.
A7571A - HP StorageWorks DLT VS160 External Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H External
SKU: A7571A
Price: $651.38
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
393643-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: 393643-001
Price: $1,856.84
257319-001 - HP StorageWorks SDLT-320 External Tape Drive 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) External
SKU: 257319-001
Price: $831.42
257319-B31 - HP StorageWorks SDLT 320 External Tape Drive 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1H External
SKU: 257319-B31
Price: $831.42
AJ823A - HP StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: AJ823A
Price: $899.93
HP AJ823A#ABA StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: AJ823A-ABA
Price: $979.51
496502-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: 496502-001
Price: $1,029.82
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
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.