Alternative to 42D0501: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 42D0501 (42D0501 - IBM QLogic Single Port 8Gb/s Fibre 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 42D0501
| SKU | 42D0501 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42D0501 - IBM QLogic Single Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for System x |
| Current price | $155.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42D0501 › |
Alternatives to 42D0501
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.
42D0510 - IBM Qlogic Single Port and Dual Port 8GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 42D0510
Price: $47.37
42D0502 - IBM QLOGIC 8GB Single -Port PCI Express X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System-X
SKU: 42D0502
Price: $962.05
42D0507 - IBM Qlogic QLE2560 Single Port PCI-E 8Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 42D0507
Price: $73.68
42D0503 - IBM Qlogic QLE2560 Single Port PCI-E 8Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 42D0503
Price: $145.26
49Y3761 - IBM QLogic 8GB Dual Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System
SKU: 49Y3761
Price: $318.32
39R6592 - IBM QLOGIC 4GB/s Single -Port Low Profile PCI Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 39R6592
Price: $73.68
39R6525 - IBM 4Gb Fibre Channel Single Port PCI Express Host Bus Adapter for QLogic for System x
SKU: 39R6525
Price: $73.68
42C2179 - IBM QLogic 4GB/s Single Port Low Profile PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket Card Only
SKU: 42C2179
Price: $82.42
01CV753 - IBM QLogic Single-Port 16Gb/S Fibre Channel PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 01CV753
Price: $265.26
00Y3338 - IBM QLogic 16Gb Fibre Channel Single Port Host Bus Adapter for System x
SKU: 00Y3338
Price: $806.01
42D0511 - IBM QLOGIC 8GB Dual Port PCI Express X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 42D0511
Price: $405.26
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.