Alternative to X6228A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the X6228A (X6228A - Sun 140GB Rack StoreEdge Tape Library) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 X6228A
| SKU | X6228A |
|---|---|
| Product | X6228A - Sun 140GB Rack StoreEdge Tape Library |
| Current price | $1,678.67 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View X6228A › |
Alternatives to X6228A
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.
SG-XAUTOLTO2-L8 - Sun StoreEdge L8 LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader - 1.6TB (Native) / 3.2TB (Compressed) - SCSI
SKU: SG-XAUTOLTO2-L8
Price: $641.67
Sony TSL-A400C/TB AIT-1 Tape Autoloader - 140GB (Native) / 364GB (Compressed) - SCSI
SKU: TSL-A400C-TB
Price: $317.80
TL4000-CTL - Dell Library Controller Board for PowerVault TL4000 Tape Library
SKU: TL4000-CTL
Price: $210.96
C7219-60003 - HP Slave Controller Board for DLT Library 6/60 Tape Library
SKU: C7219-60003
Price: $419.43
AH062A - HP Storageworks Enterprise Modular Library E-Series 71e Ultrium 960 Tape Library
SKU: AH062A
Price: $7,626.03
AD586A - HP StorageWorks MSL6052 Tape Library No Tape Drive SuperDLT 600 Rack-mountable 10U
SKU: AD586A
Price: $1,526.95
PR-A25AC-YF - Quantum PX502 38-Slots 15.2TB(Native) / 30.4TB(Compressed) LTO Ultrium 3 Fibre Channel 2Gbps 4U Rack-mountable Tape Library with LTO-3 Tape
SKU: PR-A25AC-YF
Price: $11,227.07
Sony TSL-SA400C/TB TSL-SA400C/TB External Autoloader - 140GB (Native) / 364GB (Compressed) - SCSI
SKU: TSL-SA400C-TB
Price: $317.80
1000520-08 - Sun 800GB/1.6TB 4Gb/s (Compressed) LTO Ultrium 4 Fibre Channel Tape Drive with Tray for StorageTek SL500 Tape Library
SKU: 1000520-08
Price: $791.83
45E1584 - IBM Rack Mounting Kit for PowerVault TL2000 / TL4000 Tape Library
SKU: 45E1584
Price: $226.32
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.