Alternative to 3C980TX: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3C980TX (3C980TX - 3Com 10/100 Ethernet PCI-Express Network Interface Card) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 3C980TX
| SKU | 3C980TX |
|---|---|
| Product | 3C980TX - 3Com 10/100 Ethernet PCI-Express Network Interface Card |
| Current price | $128.95 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3C980TX › |
Alternatives to 3C980TX
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.
22P4710 - IBM Intel Pro/1000T Ethernet FAST Ethernet 10/100/1000 PCI Desktop Network Interface Card
SKU: 22P4710
Price: $109.13
22P6501 - IBM Intel PRO/1000T Ethernet FAST Ethernet 10/100/1000 PCI Desktop Network INTERFACE Card
SKU: 22P6501
Price: $182.37
22P6509 - IBM Intel PRO/1000T Ethernet FAST Ethernet 10/100/1000 PCI Desktop Network INTERFACE Card
SKU: 22P6509
Price: $194.99
22P4709 - IBM Intel Pro/1000T Ethernet FAST Ethernet 10/100/1000 PCI Desktop Network Interface Card
SKU: 22P4709
Price: $236.29
P9WFM - Dell Mellanox ConnectX Single Port PCI-Express 100 Gigabit Server SFP Ethernet Adapter Network Interface Card
SKU: P9WFM
Price: $47.37
MCX353A-FCBT - Mellanox ConnectX Single Port PCI-Express 100 Gigabit Server SFP Ethernet Adapter Network Interface Card
SKU: MCX353A-FCBT
Price: $61.05
403-BBJF - -Dell Mellanox ConnectX Single Port PCI-Express 100 Gigabit Server SFP Ethernet Adapter Network Interface Card
SKU: 403-BBJF
Price: $65.26
441833-001 - HP NC364T PCI-Express Quad Port 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC)
SKU: 441833-001
Price: $73.68
RT8N1 - Dell Mellanox ConnectX Single Port PCI-Express 100 Gigabit Server SFP Ethernet Adapter Network Interface Card
SKU: RT8N1
Price: $75.79
HP 434905-B21 NC110T 1 x Port 10/100/1000 PCI-Express Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Card
SKU: 434905-B21
Price: $75.79
HP 412646-001 NC360T 2 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T PCI-Express Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Card
SKU: 412646-001
Price: $96.84
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.