Alternative to 23L4173: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 23L4173 (23L4173 - IBM 1-Port 10/100Mbps PCI Network Adapter for Rs6000) 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 23L4173
| SKU | 23L4173 |
|---|---|
| Product | 23L4173 - IBM 1-Port 10/100Mbps PCI Network Adapter for Rs6000 |
| Current price | $165.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 23L4173 › |
Alternatives to 23L4173
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.
73P2701 - IBM Intel PRO/1000 MT Dual Port Server Adapter Network Adapter - PCI-X HOT-PLUG (Standard Bracket)
SKU: 73P2701
Price: $395.34
90Y6268 - IBM EMULEX Dual Port 10GBE SFP+ EMBEDDED Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter - 2 Ports
SKU: 90Y6268
Price: $125.32
90Y5100 - IBM Emulex Dual Port 10GBE SFP+ Embedded Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter - 2 Ports
SKU: 90Y5100
Price: $145.26
44W4466 - IBM BROADCOM 10 GB 2-Port EN EXPANSION CardS (CFFH) for IBM BladeCenter Network Adapter - PCI Express X8
SKU: 44W4466
Price: $236.29
90Y3469 - IBM FLEX System EN4132 2-Port 10GB Ethernet Adapter - Network Adapter
SKU: 90Y3469
Price: $579.72
00D1995 - IBM Emulex VFA5 ML2 Dual-Port 10GbE SFP+ Adapter for System x - Network Adapter
SKU: 00D1995
Price: $659.28
42C1753 - IBM PRO/1000 PF Server Adapter - Network Adapter - PCI Express X4 - Gigabit EN - 1000BASE-SX
SKU: 42C1753
Price: $224.87
00JY821 - Lenovo EMULEX VFA5 2X10 GBE SFP+ PCI Express Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter
SKU: 00JY821
Price: $944.75
00JY824 - Lenovo Emulex VFA5 2X10 GBE SFP+ PCI-Express Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter
SKU: 00JY824
Price: $1,230.86
00ND479 - IBM 4-Port (2 X 10GB) (2 X 1GB) PCI Express 2.0 FCoE RJ45 Low Profile Network Adapter
SKU: 00ND479
Price: $78.95
19K4885 - IBM 10/100 Base-TX Fast Ethernet Single Port PCI Network Adapter
SKU: 19K4885
Price: $103.62
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.