Replacement for 242896-001: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 242896-001 (242896-001 - Compaq 4/8GB DDS-2 4MM DAT 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive)? Pro Disk Network ships drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the 242896-001
| SKU | 242896-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 242896-001 - Compaq 4/8GB DDS-2 4MM DAT 5.25-inch Internal Tape Drive |
| Current price | $304.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 242896-001 › |
Drop-in replacements for 242896-001
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.
122873-001 - HP 12GB/24GB DDS-3 4MM DAT 5.25-inch Internal SCSI Tape Drive
SKU: 122873-001
Price: $694.24
STDM24 - Seagate STDM24 DAT DDS-3 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-3 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: STDM24
Price: $66.97
STDM40 - Seagate STDM40 DAT DDS-4 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-4 - 20GB (Native) / 40GB (Compressed)
SKU: STDM40
Price: $82.42
Sony DGD125P//A4 DGD125PA4 DAT DDS-4 Data Cartridge - DAT DDS-4 - 12GB (Native) / 24GB (Compressed)
SKU: DGD125P--A4
Price: $112.62
DW026-69201 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 36GB(Native)/72GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-5 USB Internal Tape Drive (Carbonite)
SKU: DW026-69201
Price: $218.95
DW026-60005 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72 36GB(Native)/72GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-5 USB Internal Tape Drive (Carbonite)
SKU: DW026-60005
Price: $218.95
DW009-60005 - HP StorageWorks DAT-72i 36GB(Native)/72GB(Compressed) 4MM DDS-5 SCSI 68-Pin Single Ended LVD Internal Tape Drive (Carbon)
SKU: DW009-60005
Price: $236.84
C5737A - HP SureStore 2/4GB 4mm 5.25-inch DAT DDS-1 SCSI Internal Tape Drive
SKU: C5737A
Price: $237.49
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.