Alternative to 172642XB905: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 172642XB905 (172642XB905 - IBM System Storage Ds3400 Dual Controller Hard Drive 12 Bays SAS 2x Fc 4GB Fibre Channel) 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 172642XB905
| SKU | 172642XB905 |
|---|---|
| Product | 172642XB905 - IBM System Storage Ds3400 Dual Controller Hard Drive 12 Bays SAS 2x Fc 4GB Fibre Channel |
| Current price | $5,888.33 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 172642XB905 › |
Alternatives to 172642XB905
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.
18128VH - IBM System Storage DS4000 EXP420 Storage Expansion Unit Storage enclosure 16 bays ( SATA ) 0 x HD rack-mountable 3U
SKU: 18128VH
Price: $573.97
181281A - IBM 16 Bay Storage Expansion Unit for System Storage DS4000 / EXP810
SKU: 181281A
Price: $392.99
172701X - IBM System Storage EXP3000 Storage Enclosure 2U Rack-Mountable 12 Bays SAS Rails and Ears
SKU: 172701X
Price: $712.64
64112B4 - IBM / Lenovo Storage S2200 SFF 24-Bays 2.5-inch SAS Dual Controller
SKU: 64112B4
Price: $3,704.14
0B26317 - IBM 2TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for DS3512 Total Storage System
SKU: 0B26317
Price: $128.42
98Y2420 - IBM 2TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for DS3512 Total Storage System
SKU: 98Y2420
Price: $155.79
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.