Alternative to 172621X: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 172621X (172621X - IBM DS3200 Hard Drive Array - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller - RAID Supported - 12 x Total Bays - 2U Rack-mountable) 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 172621X
| SKU | 172621X |
|---|---|
| Product | 172621X - IBM DS3200 Hard Drive Array - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller - RAID Supported - 12 x Total Bays - 2U Rack-mountable |
| Current price | $4,487.99 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 172621X › |
Alternatives to 172621X
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.
68Y8431 - IBM 2-port Daughter Card SAS RAID Controller Serial ATA/600 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Plug-in Card RAID Supported
SKU: 68Y8431
Price: $283.04
46M0830 - IBM ServeRAID M5025 8-port SAS RAID Controller - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Serial ATA/600 - PCI Express 2.0 x8 - Plug-in Card - RAID Suppo
SKU: 46M0830
Price: $732.43
172641X - IBM DS3400 Hard Drive Array - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller - RAID Supported - 12 x Total Bays - Fibre Channel - 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: 172641X
Price: $7,847.20
39R8765 - IBM ServeRAID-8s SAS RAID Controller 256MB Up to 300MBps 1 x SFF-8484 SAS 300 Serial Attached SCSI External 2 x SFF-8470 SAS 300
SKU: 39R8765
Price: $630.54
42D0564 - IBM 146.8GB 15000RPM SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) Hot Swapable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 42D0564
Price: $109.13
43X0837 - IBM 73.4GB 15000RPM SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) SFF Hot Swapable 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 43X0837
Price: $128.42
39R7364 - IBM 36.4GB 10000RPM 2.5-inch Hot Swapable SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) Hard Drive
SKU: 39R7364
Price: $128.42
42D0679 - IBM 146GB 15000RPM SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS-6GBPS) 2.5-inch Slim Hot Swapable Hard Drive
SKU: 42D0679
Price: $128.42
43X0802 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Drive
SKU: 43X0802
Price: $128.42
43X0808 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Drive
SKU: 43X0808
Price: $155.79
26K5655 - IBM 73.4GB 10000RPM SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) Hot Pluggable 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 26K5655
Price: $173.68
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.