Alternative to 42R6692: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 42R6692 (42R6692 - IBM 3678 283.7GB 15000RPM SAS Hard Drive for AS400) 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 42R6692
| SKU | 42R6692 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42R6692 - IBM 3678 283.7GB 15000RPM SAS Hard Drive for AS400 |
| Current price | $194.74 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42R6692 › |
Alternatives to 42R6692
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.
9406-3678 - IBM 83.7GB 15000RPM SAS 3Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for eServer
SKU: 9406-3678
Price: $544.61
41Y8416 - IBM 73.4GB 15000RPM SAS 3.0Gb/s Non-Hot Swap 2.5-inch Hard Drive Hard Drive for BladeServer
SKU: 41Y8416
Price: $250.53
0B22155 - IBM 146.8GB 15000RPM SAS 3GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive for IBM eServer xSeries 235
SKU: 0B22155
Price: $357.09
10N7234 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 3.5-inch SAS Hard Drive with Tray for IBM POWER7 System
SKU: 10N7234
Price: $461.84
00Y2465 - IBM 0.6m SAS Cable (mSAS HD) SAS for Storage Drive 1.97 ft Mini-SAS Mini-SAS
SKU: 00Y2465
Price: $450.00
00Y2499 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 2.5-inch SAS 6GB/s Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray for Storage System V3700
SKU: 00Y2499
Price: $47.37
43R1992 - IBM Lenovo 73GB 15000RPM SAS 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive for ThinkStation
SKU: 43R1992
Price: $66.97
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.