Alternative to 26K6481: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 26K6481 (26K6481 - IBM QLogic 6 Port Enterprise Fiber Channel Switch for BladeCenter T) 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 26K6481
| SKU | 26K6481 |
|---|---|
| Product | 26K6481 - IBM QLogic 6 Port Enterprise Fiber Channel Switch for BladeCenter T |
| Current price | $494.18 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 26K6481 › |
Alternatives to 26K6481
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.
41Y8583 - IBM QLogic 4GB/s Dual Port Fiber Channel Expansion Card for BladeCenter
SKU: 41Y8583
Price: $71.58
26R0881 - IBM QLOGIC BladeCenter SAN Switch 20 -Port 4GB Fibre Channel W/NO SFPS
SKU: 26R0881
Price: $2,628.70
39Y9277 - IBM Cisco System s 10 Port Fibre Channel Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter - Switch 7-Ports 4GB Fibre Channel 3 X SFP (EMPTY) - PLUG
SKU: 39Y9277
Price: $220.05
39Y9281 - IBM Cisco System s 10 Port Fibre Channel Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter - Switch 7-Ports 4GB Fibre Channel 3 X SFP (EMPTY) - PLUG
SKU: 39Y9281
Price: $220.05
39Y9282 - IBM CISCO SystemS 10 -Port Fibre Channel Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter - Switch - 7 Ports - 4GB Fibre Channel 3 X SFP (EMPTY)
SKU: 39Y9282
Price: $233.68
46M6067 - IBM QLogic 4Gigabit Fiber Channel Expansion Card (CIOv) for BladeCenter
SKU: 46M6067
Price: $96.84
00Y3270 - IBM QLogic Ethernet and 8GB/s Fiber Channel Expansion Card (CFFh) for BladeCenter
SKU: 00Y3270
Price: $192.63
43W6722 - IBM QLogic 20-Port 4 Gigabit SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 43W6722
Price: $984.21
88Y6409 - IBM QLogic 20-port 4/8Gb SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 88Y6409
Price: $1,021.05
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.