Alternative to 23R3164: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 23R3164 (23R3164 - IBM RS-232 Interface Serial Cable) 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 23R3164
| SKU | 23R3164 |
|---|---|
| Product | 23R3164 - IBM RS-232 Interface Serial Cable |
| Current price | $126.22 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 23R3164 › |
Alternatives to 23R3164
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.
09N7585 - IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter PCI Ethernet RS-232 10Base-T for xSeries Servers 220 8645 232 8668 342 8669 Card Only
SKU: 09N7585
Price: $184.95
68Y8431 - IBM 2-port Daughter Card SAS RAID Controller Serial ATA/600 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Plug-in Card RAID Supported
SKU: 68Y8431
Price: $283.04
46M0830 - IBM ServeRAID M5025 8-port SAS RAID Controller - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Serial ATA/600 - PCI Express 2.0 x8 - Plug-in Card - RAID Suppo
SKU: 46M0830
Price: $732.43
93H6548 - IBM Enhanced Remote ASYNC Node 16-Port EIA-232 AC Adapter pSeries
SKU: 93H6548
Price: $326.21
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.