Alternative to 1746A2E: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 1746A2E (1746A2E - IBM EXP3512 DAS Hard Drive Array - 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 1746A2E
| SKU | 1746A2E |
|---|---|
| Product | 1746A2E - IBM EXP3512 DAS Hard Drive Array - 12 x Total Bays - 2U Rack-mountable |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 1746A2E › |
Alternatives to 1746A2E
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.
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
172642X - IBM DS3400 Hard Drive Array RAID Supported 12 x Total Bays Fibre Channel 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: 172642X
Price: $1,432.42
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
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
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.