Alternative to 3873-AR3: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3873-AR3 (Lenovo 3873-AR3 B300 24 x Ports SFP+ 8Gb/s (16 x Ports Active) Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Fibre Channel SAN Switch. In Stock) 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 3873-AR3
| SKU | 3873-AR3 |
|---|---|
| Product | Lenovo 3873-AR3 B300 24 x Ports SFP+ 8Gb/s (16 x Ports Active) Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Fibre Channel SAN Switch. In Stock |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3873-AR3 › |
Alternatives to 3873-AR3
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.
2498-F48 - IBM SAN48B-5 48-Port 16GB Fibre Channel SAN Switch 36 Active Ports
SKU: 2498-F48
Price: $1,802.11
0A65730 - IBM Lenovo 8GB DDR3-1600MHz PC3-12800 non-ECC Unbuffered CL11 240-Pin DIMM Dual Rank Memory Module
SKU: 0A65730
Price: $167.34
03T7219 - IBM / Lenovo 8GB DDR3-1600MHz PC3-12800 non-ECC Unbuffered CL11 Dual Rank 240-Pin DIMM Memory Module
SKU: 03T7219
Price: $187.37
45K0216 - IBM / Lenovo 4GB DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 non-ECC Unbuffered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Dual Rank Memory Module
SKU: 45K0216
Price: $92.21
00P9547 - IBM Lenovo 16GB DDR3-1066MHz PC3-8500 ECC Registered CL7 240-Pin DIMM Quad Rank Memory Module
SKU: 00P9547
Price: $101.74
03T7220 - IBM Lenovo 2GB DDR3-1600MHz PC3-12800 ECC Unbuffered CL11 240-Pin DIMM Memory Module for ThinkCentre M83
SKU: 03T7220
Price: $102.22
67Y0016 - IBM Lenovo 4GB DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Dual Rank Memory Module for ThinkServer RD220 (Type 3798)
SKU: 67Y0016
Price: $103.67
03T7218 - IBM Lenovo 4GB DDR3-1600MHz PC3-12800 ECC Unbuffered CL11 240-Pin DIMM Memory Module for ThinkCentre M83
SKU: 03T7218
Price: $109.78
92P1021 - IBM / Lenovo 72-Watts Input 100-240V AC Output 16V 4.5A Power Adapter for ThinkPad
SKU: 92P1021
Price: $236.18
92P1017 - IBM / Lenovo 72-Watts Input 100-240V AC Output 16 V DC 4.5A Power Adapter for T Series T20 / T21
SKU: 92P1017
Price: $236.49
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.