Alternative to 172701X: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 172701X (172701X - IBM System Storage EXP3000 Storage Enclosure 2U Rack-Mountable 12 Bays SAS Rails and Ears) 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 172701X
| SKU | 172701X |
|---|---|
| Product | 172701X - IBM System Storage EXP3000 Storage Enclosure 2U Rack-Mountable 12 Bays SAS Rails and Ears |
| Current price | $712.64 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 172701X › |
Alternatives to 172701X
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
1726HC4 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External
SKU: 1726HC4
Price: $421.21
M1726HC4 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External
SKU: M1726HC4
Price: $1,930.72
1726HC4B107 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External
SKU: 1726HC4B107
Price: $1,930.72
172631X - IBM DS3300 31X Hard Drive Enclosure Network Storage Enclosure 12 x 3.5-inch 1/3H Front Accessible Hot Swappable iSCSI External
SKU: 172631X
Price: $5,009.95
172642X - IBM DS3400 Hard Drive Array RAID Supported 12 x Total Bays Fibre Channel 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: 172642X
Price: $1,432.42
174712X - IBM EXP2512 DAS Hard Drive Array - 12 x Total Bays - Fast Ethernet - Network (RJ-45) - 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: 174712X
Price: $1,815.43
1726-42X - IBM DS3400 Hard Drive Array - RAID Supported - 12 x Total Bays - Fibre Channel - 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: 1726-42X
Price: $3,342.32
172621X - IBM DS3200 Hard Drive Array - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller - RAID Supported - 12 x Total Bays - 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: 172621X
Price: $4,487.99
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
1746A2S - IBM DS3512 12-Bay 2U Rack Mountable Hard Drive Array System Storage
SKU: 1746A2S
Price: $1,052.21
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.