Alternative to 04W1698: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 04W1698 (04W1698 - IBM Lenovo HDD Caddy / Adapter Hard Drive Connector Board for ThinkPad T420s Series) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar IBM 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 04W1698
| SKU | 04W1698 |
|---|---|
| Product | 04W1698 - IBM Lenovo HDD Caddy / Adapter Hard Drive Connector Board for ThinkPad T420s Series |
| Current price | $165.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 04W1698 › |
Alternatives to 04W1698
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.
2076-224-C3-06 - IBM Storwize V7000 Disk Expansion Enclosure - 23x 146GB SAS HDD - 1x 300GB SAS HDD - 2x ESM Controller - 2x PSU
SKU: 2076-224-C3-06
Price: $393.95
2076-224-C2-07 - IBM Storwize V7000 Disk Expansion Enclosure - 10x 146GB SAS HDD - 14x 300GB SAS HDD - 2x ESM Controller - 2x PSU
SKU: 2076-224-C2-07
Price: $393.95
46U3306 - IBM / Lenovo 3.5-inch Hard Drive Caddy Tray for ThinkServer RD240
SKU: 46U3306
Price: $113.68
26K7343 - IBM SIMPLE SATA Hard Drive EZ Swap Tray Bracket Caddy for IBM X Server E-Series
SKU: 26K7343
Price: $157.07
58X9655 - IBM Power Adapter for 12V AC Adapter Power Adapter for 5811 / 5812 Modem
SKU: 58X9655
Price: $347.47
00AG513 - Lenovo Intel I350-T2 2XGBE BASET Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter
SKU: 00AG513
Price: $182.87
90Y9371 - Lenovo BROADCOM NETXTREME I Dual Port GBE Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter - 2 Ports
SKU: 90Y9371
Price: $189.87
00JY821 - Lenovo EMULEX VFA5 2X10 GBE SFP+ PCI Express Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter
SKU: 00JY821
Price: $944.75
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.