Alternative to 1814-70A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 1814-70A (1814-70A - IBM System Storage 70 SAN Hard Drive Array - Fibre Channel Controller - RAID Supported - 16 x Total Bays - Fibre Channel - 3U 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 1814-70A
| SKU | 1814-70A |
|---|---|
| Product | 1814-70A - IBM System Storage 70 SAN Hard Drive Array - Fibre Channel Controller - RAID Supported - 16 x Total Bays - Fibre Channel - 3U Rack-mountable |
| Current price | $1,432.42 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 1814-70A › |
Alternatives to 1814-70A
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.
172701X - IBM System Storage EXP3000 Storage Enclosure 2U Rack-Mountable 12 Bays SAS Rails and Ears
SKU: 172701X
Price: $712.64
00Y5708 - IBM 900GB 10000RPM 2.5-inch SAS 6GB/s Hot-pluggable Hard Drive with Tray for IBM Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y5708
Price: $128.42
00Y2505 - IBM 900GB 10000RPM 2.5-inch SAS 6GB/s Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray for IBM Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y2505
Price: $181.05
00Y2499 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 2.5-inch SAS 6GB/s Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray for Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y2499
Price: $47.37
00Y2511 - IBM 1TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive for Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y2511
Price: $78.95
00Y2503 - IBM 600GB 10000RPM 2.5-inch SAS 6GB/s Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray for Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y2503
Price: $138.95
00AR391 - IBM 4TB SAS 6Gb/s 7200RPM Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive for Storage System V7000
SKU: 00AR391
Price: $145.26
71P7448 - IBM 146.8GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Hot-Swappable Hard Drive for TotalStorage DS4700 Storage System
SKU: 71P7448
Price: $150.55
00Y2473 - IBM 3TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive for Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y2473
Price: $160.00
00MJ310 - IBM 600GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive for Storage System V7000
SKU: 00MJ310
Price: $173.68
00MJ309 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive for Storage System V3700
SKU: 00MJ309
Price: $189.47
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.