Alternative to 42C1803: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 42C1803 (42C1803 - IBM QLOGIC 10GB PCI Express 2.0 X8 CONVERGED Network Adapter(CNA) for IB) 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 42C1803
| SKU | 42C1803 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42C1803 - IBM QLOGIC 10GB PCI Express 2.0 X8 CONVERGED Network Adapter(CNA) for IB |
| Current price | $371.87 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42C1803 › |
Alternatives to 42C1803
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.
00Y3274 - IBM QLogic 10GB PCI Express 2.0 X8 Converged Network Adapter (CNA) for System x
SKU: 00Y3274
Price: $184.21
00Y3275 - IBM QLogic 10GB PCI Express 2.0 X8 Converged Network Adapter (CNA) for System x
SKU: 00Y3275
Price: $191.58
00Y3282 - IBM 2-Port 10Gb Converged Network Adapter (CFFh) by QLogic for BladeCenter HX5
SKU: 00Y3282
Price: $212.99
00Y3283 - IBM 2-Port 10Gb Converged Network Adapter (CFFh) by QLogic for BladeCenter HX5
SKU: 00Y3283
Price: $328.34
42C1800 - IBM QLogic 10GB PCI Express x8 Low Profile Half-length Ethernet Adapter
SKU: 42C1800
Price: $173.68
42C1820 - IBM Brocade Dual Port 10GB Converged Network Adapter for System x
SKU: 42C1820
Price: $1,255.58
00E2718 - IBM NIC QLogic BC0210403-01 2-Port PCI-Express 2.0 10GB/s RJ45 Full-Height
SKU: 00E2718
Price: $357.89
42D0502 - IBM QLOGIC 8GB Single -Port PCI Express X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System-X
SKU: 42D0502
Price: $962.05
00Y5621 - IBM QLogic 10GB Virtual Fabric Advanced CNA for BladeCenter, 2 X 10Gb/s
SKU: 00Y5621
Price: $344.33
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.