Alternative to 42C5280: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 42C5280 (42C5280 - IBM 200 / 240V Redundant/Hot-Pluggable AC Power Supply for BladeCenter HT) 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 42C5280
| SKU | 42C5280 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42C5280 - IBM 200 / 240V Redundant/Hot-Pluggable AC Power Supply for BladeCenter HT |
| Current price | $2,782.51 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42C5280 › |
Alternatives to 42C5280
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.
36L8831 - IBM 250-Watts Hot-Pluggable Base and Redundant AC Power Supply for xSeries 230 / 240 / 250
SKU: 36L8831
Price: $73.68
39Y7168 - IBM 585-Watts Redundant Hot-Pluggable Power Supply for System x336
SKU: 39Y7168
Price: $73.68
13M7415 - IBM 775-Watts Redundant Hot-pluggable Power Supply for System x366
SKU: 13M7415
Price: $105.26
24R2656 - IBM 775-Watts Redundant Hot-pluggable Power Supply for System x366
SKU: 24R2656
Price: $105.26
00N7748 - IBM 250-Watts Redundant / Hot-Pluggable Power Supply for eServer xSeries
SKU: 00N7748
Price: $106.49
10L7007 - IBM 175-Watts Redundant / Hot-Pluggable Power Supply for Infinity 5000
SKU: 10L7007
Price: $109.33
73P7214 - IBM 950-Watts Redundant Hot-Pluggable Power Supply for System X365
SKU: 73P7214
Price: $126.86
7000758-000 - IBM 514-Watts Hot-Pluggable Redundant Power Supply for x225 / x226 / x345
SKU: 7000758-000
Price: $128.95
48P7052 - IBM 1200-Watts Hot-Pluggable Redundant Power Supply for BladeCenter
SKU: 48P7052
Price: $137.00
39Y7189 - IBM 670-Watts Redundant Hot-Pluggable Power Supply for System x3550
SKU: 39Y7189
Price: $149.47
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.