Alternative to 173342-003: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 173342-003 (173342-003 - Compaq 40GB 5400RPM IDE Ultra ATA-100 3.5-Inch Hard Drive) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 173342-003
| SKU | 173342-003 |
|---|---|
| Product | 173342-003 - Compaq 40GB 5400RPM IDE Ultra ATA-100 3.5-Inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $275.87 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 173342-003 › |
Alternatives to 173342-003
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.
F5U098V - Belkin Ultra ATA/133 PCI Card - 2 x 40-pin IDC Ultra ATA/133 (ATA-7) Ultra ATA Internal
SKU: F5U098V
Price: $161.89
9W2005-003 - Seagate BarraCuda 7200.7 40GB 7200RPM IDE Ultra ATA/100 (ATA-6) 2MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9W2005-003
Price: $195.25
9M9002-003 - Seagate U4 Series 4.3GB 5400RPM IDE Ultra ATA/66 (ATA-5) 256KB Cache (CE) 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9M9002-003
Price: $82.42
9L4001-003 - Seagate Medalist 3210 3.2GB 5400RPM IDE Ultra ATA/33 (ATA-4) 256KB Cache (CE) 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9L4001-003
Price: $162.09
9P5002-003 - Seagate U8 Series 8.4GB 5400RPM IDE Ultra ATA/66 (ATA-5) 512KB Cache (CE) 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9P5002-003
Price: $282.95
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.