Alternative to 2863-001: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 2863-001 (2863-001 - IBM 14-Slot Disk Expansion Shelf for EXN1000 System Storage) 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 2863-001
| SKU | 2863-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 2863-001 - IBM 14-Slot Disk Expansion Shelf for EXN1000 System Storage |
| Current price | $208.42 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 2863-001 › |
Alternatives to 2863-001
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.
2863-4002 - IBM 144GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive for System Storage N Series
SKU: 2863-4002
Price: $250.53
2863-4003 - IBM 144GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for System Storage N Series
SKU: 2863-4003
Price: $253.47
1710-10U - IBM 14-Slot Disk Enclosure SATA-150 FastT EXP100 Expansion Unit
SKU: 1710-10U
Price: $811.63
46M6141 - IBM EMULEX 8GB PCI Express X8 Fibre Channel EXPANSION Card (CIOV) for IBM B
SKU: 46M6141
Price: $318.32
2076-224-C2-07 - IBM Storwize V7000 Disk Expansion Enclosure - 10x 146GB SAS HDD - 14x 300GB SAS HDD - 2x ESM Controller - 2x PSU
SKU: 2076-224-C2-07
Price: $393.95
2076-224-C3-06 - IBM Storwize V7000 Disk Expansion Enclosure - 23x 146GB SAS HDD - 1x 300GB SAS HDD - 2x ESM Controller - 2x PSU
SKU: 2076-224-C3-06
Price: $393.95
81Y2439 - IBM 1452-Watts Power Supply for EXP5060 Storage Expansion Enclosure
SKU: 81Y2439
Price: $318.32
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.