Alternative to Q2078A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q2078A (Q2078A - HP 30TB LTO-8 Ultrium Re-Writable Data Cartridge) 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 Q2078A
| SKU | Q2078A |
|---|---|
| Product | Q2078A - HP 30TB LTO-8 Ultrium Re-Writable Data Cartridge |
| Current price | $170.53 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q2078A › |
Alternatives to Q2078A
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.
C7973WL - HP LTO Ultrium 3 WORM Pre-labeled Tape Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-3 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7973WL
Price: $154.71
C7970A - HP C7970A LTO Ultrium 1 Data Cartridge LTO-1 50 GB (Native) / 100 GB (Compressed) 1046.59 ft Tape Length 1 Pack
SKU: C7970A
Price: $80.09
C7975W - HP LTO Ultrium 5 WORM Data Cartridge LTO-5 WORM 1.50 TB (Native) / 3 TB (Compressed) 2775.59 ft Tape Length 1 Pack
SKU: C7975W
Price: $117.89
C7975WL - HP Data Cartridge LTO Ultrium LTO-5 1.5TB (Native) / 3TB (Compressed) 20 Pack
SKU: C7975WL
Price: $185.92
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
BC023A - HP 30TB Compressed SAS 6Gb/s LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 External Tape Drive
SKU: BC023A
Price: $3,949.47
882281-001 - HP 12TB/30TB Storeever LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 HH SAS External Tape Drive
SKU: 882281-001
Price: $5,138.95
882279-001 - HP 12TB/30TB Storeever LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 HH SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 882279-001
Price: $5,205.26
BC022A - HP 30TB Compressed SAS 6Gb/s LTO-8 Ultrium 30750 5.25-inch Half-Height Tape Drive
SKU: BC022A
Price: $6,517.89
HP C7973AL#029 LTO-3 Ultrium 400/800GB RW Storage Media non Custom Label Tape Data Cartridge
SKU: C7973AL-029
Price: $70.00
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.