Alternative to 42D0494: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 42D0494 (42D0494 - IBM Emulex Dual Port 8GB Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter for System X) 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 42D0494
| SKU | 42D0494 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42D0494 - IBM Emulex Dual Port 8GB Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter for System X |
| Current price | $389.47 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42D0494 › |
Alternatives to 42D0494
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.
42C2071 - IBM Emulex Dual Port 4GB Fiber Channel PCI Express Host Bus Adapter for System x
SKU: 42C2071
Price: $170.53
0C19478 - IBM Emulex LightPulse 8GB Dual Port PCI Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 0C19478
Price: $1,674.70
43W7492 - IBM Emulex 4GB Dual Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System x with Standard Bracket Card Only
SKU: 43W7492
Price: $1,096.42
01CV843 - IBM Emulex Dual-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 01CV843
Price: $468.42
00E0806 - IBM 8GB/s Dual Port PCI-Express x8 Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 00E0806
Price: $89.47
43W7491 - IBM Emulex 4GB Single Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 43W7491
Price: $89.62
01CV833 - IBM Emulex Single-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 01CV833
Price: $170.53
42D0405 - IBM EMULEX 4GB Single -Port PCI-X Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 42D0405
Price: $250.53
00D8549 - IBM / Emulex LPE16002 2-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 00D8549
Price: $641.42
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.