Alternative to Q2078W: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the Q2078W (Q2078W - HP 30/12TB LTO-8 Ultrium Worm 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 Q2078W
| SKU | Q2078W |
|---|---|
| Product | Q2078W - HP 30/12TB LTO-8 Ultrium Worm Cartridge |
| Current price | $170.53 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q2078W › |
Alternatives to Q2078W
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.
C7973W - HP Ultrium 800 GB WORM Data Cartridge LTO-3 WORM 400 GB Native / 800 GB Compressed 2230.97 ft Tape Length
SKU: C7973W
Price: $117.75
AD597B - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 Tape Library 6TB (Native) / 12TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 2 12TB (Native) / 24TB (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 SCSI
SKU: AD597B
Price: $806.83
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
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
C8017A - HP LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge LTO-3 400 GB (Native) / 800 GB (Compressed) 2230.97 ft Tape Length 1 Pack
SKU: C8017A
Price: $1,434.46
HP C7973AL#030 LTO-3 Ultrium 400/800GB RW Storage Media non Custom Label Tape Data Cartridge
SKU: C7973AL-030
Price: $70.00
AD598A - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 LTO Ultrium 460 Tape Library 6TB (Native) / 12TB (Compressed) SCSI
SKU: AD598A
Price: $1,566.45
301900-B21 - HP StorageWorks MSL5060 6/12TB SCSI LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Library
SKU: 301900-B21
Price: $1,766.32
MSL6030 - HP StorageWorks MSL6030 6/12TB 30 Slot LTO 3 Ultrium Tape Library
SKU: MSL6030
Price: $1,878.95
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.