Replacement for Q1581A-ABA: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the Q1581A-ABA (HP Q1581A#ABA StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (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 Q1581A-ABA
| SKU | Q1581A-ABA |
|---|---|
| Product | HP Q1581A#ABA StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive |
| Current price | $1,132.78 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View Q1581A-ABA › |
Drop-in replacements for Q1581A-ABA
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.
A7571A - HP StorageWorks DLT VS160 External Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1/2H External
SKU: A7571A
Price: $651.38
Q1581A - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1581A
Price: $452.63
Q1581SB - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: Q1581SB
Price: $1,586.43
393643-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT160 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: 393643-001
Price: $1,856.84
257319-001 - HP StorageWorks SDLT-320 External Tape Drive 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) External
SKU: 257319-001
Price: $831.42
257319-B31 - HP StorageWorks SDLT 320 External Tape Drive 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) 5.25-inch 1H External
SKU: 257319-B31
Price: $831.42
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
496502-001 - HP StorageWorks DAT320 160GB (Native)/320GB (Compressed) USB External Tape Drive
SKU: 496502-001
Price: $1,029.82
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
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.