Alternative to 41Y8481: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 41Y8481 (41Y8481 IBM 73GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive) 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 41Y8481
| SKU | 41Y8481 |
|---|---|
| Product | 41Y8481 IBM 73GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $155.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 41Y8481 › |
Alternatives to 41Y8481
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.
43X0849 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 16MB Cache 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION
SKU: 43X0849
Price: $134.33
43X0845 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 16MB Cache 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION
SKU: 43X0845
Price: $250.53
25R4859 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin 16MB Cache Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 25R4859
Price: $250.53
97P1665 - IBM Ultra-320 73GB 15000RPM SCSI 80-Pin 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 97P1665
Price: $305.05
45E7951 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive for EXN3000
SKU: 45E7951
Price: $96.84
03X3918 - IBM Lenovo 600GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive
SKU: 03X3918
Price: $236.84
46X0880 - IBM 600GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive
SKU: 46X0880
Price: $326.00
03X3622 - IBM 450GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive
SKU: 03X3622
Price: $344.33
0A91275 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Internal Hard Disk Drive
SKU: 0A91275
Price: $388.32
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.