Alternative to 1742-90U: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 1742-90U (1742-90U - IBM FAStT900 Storage Server for TotalStorage DS4500) 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 1742-90U
| SKU | 1742-90U |
|---|---|
| Product | 1742-90U - IBM FAStT900 Storage Server for TotalStorage DS4500 |
| Current price | $436.84 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 1742-90U › |
Alternatives to 1742-90U
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.
71P7448 - IBM 146.8GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Hot-Swappable Hard Drive for TotalStorage DS4700 Storage System
SKU: 71P7448
Price: $150.55
1815-82A - IBM TotalStorage DS4800 8-Slot Fibre Channel 4GB Cache Storage Array
SKU: 1815-82A
Price: $916.55
90P1348 - IBM SATA Blank Drive Tray for IBM TotalStorage DS4100 IN THE COMPUTERS
SKU: 90P1348
Price: $102.30
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
39M4594 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s E-DDM Hard Disk Drive for TotalStorage DS4700
SKU: 39M4594
Price: $73.68
24P8174 - IBM TotalStorage 2GB/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express-X Low Profile Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 24P8174
Price: $89.47
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.