Replacement for 496502-001: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 496502-001 (496502-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive)? Pro Disk Network ships HP 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 496502-001
| SKU | 496502-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 496502-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $1,029.82 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 496502-001 › |
Drop-in replacements for 496502-001
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.
188527-B26 - HP SDLT-1 Tape Cartridge Super DLT Super DLTtape I 160GB (Native) / 320GB (Compressed) SDLT 320 110GB (Native) / 220GB (Compressed) SDL
SKU: 188527-B26
Price: $94.07
Q1527A - HP StorageWorks Q1527A DAT 72 Tape Drive DAT 72 36 GB (Native)/72 GB (Compressed) Carbon SCSIExternal 3 MBps Native 6 MBps Compressed
SKU: Q1527A
Price: $690.28
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
EH900A - HP StorageWorks EH900A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) SASExternal 138.88 MBps Native 277.76 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH900A
Price: $833.68
AP835A - HP StorageWorks AP835A DAT 320 DAT 320 160 GB (Native)/320 GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch Width 1/2H Height 12 MBps Native 24 MBps Compressed
SKU: AP835A
Price: $1,848.86
AJ823A - HP StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: AJ823A
Price: $899.93
HP AJ823A#ABA StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: AJ823A-ABA
Price: $979.51
393643-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: 393643-001
Price: $1,856.84
453906-001 - HP LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive LTO-4 800 GB (Native)/1.60 TB (Compressed) SCSI 5.25-inch Width 1H Height 120 MBps Native 240 MBps Compressed
SKU: 453906-001
Price: $468.42
DW026-60006 - HP StorageWorks DAT 72 USB Internal Tape Drive 36 GB (Native)/72 GB (Compressed) USB 5.25-inch Width 1/2H Height Internal
SKU: DW026-60006
Price: $883.70
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.