Alternative to XSL8500-EXP-FRZ: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the XSL8500-EXP-FRZ (XSL8500-EXP-FRZ - Sun StorageTek SL8500 Tape Library Conversion Bill One Expansion Frame RoHS-5 Compliant) 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 XSL8500-EXP-FRZ
| SKU | XSL8500-EXP-FRZ |
|---|---|
| Product | XSL8500-EXP-FRZ - Sun StorageTek SL8500 Tape Library Conversion Bill One Expansion Frame RoHS-5 Compliant |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View XSL8500-EXP-FRZ › |
Alternatives to XSL8500-EXP-FRZ
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.
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
107905703 - Sun 490-Watts Power Supply For StorageTek SL500 Tape Library
SKU: 107905703
Price: $450.53
SL500-30-FC-Z - Sun StorageTek SL500 Tape Library Bundle 30 Slots Base Module (FC Interface) RoHS-5 Compliant
SKU: SL500-30-FC-Z
Price: $6,993.93
SL500-2L34-30FC-Z - Sun Storagetek Sl500 Tape Library Bundle 30 Slots Base Module (Fc Interface) W/ 2 Hp Lto3 4gb Fc Drives Rohs-5
SKU: SL500-2L34-30FC-Z
Price: $8,570.00
C7200-66503 - HP SCSI Autoloader Backplane Board for StorageTek L40/L20 Tape Library
SKU: c7200-66503
Price: $389.47
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
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.