Alternative to 42R8739: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 42R8739 (42R8739 - IBM PCI-x 2-Channel Scsi-U320-Lvd RAID Controller) 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 42R8739
| SKU | 42R8739 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42R8739 - IBM PCI-x 2-Channel Scsi-U320-Lvd RAID Controller |
| Current price | $450.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42R8739 › |
Alternatives to 42R8739
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.
39R8794 - IBM ServeRAID 6i+ Zero Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Controller - PCI-X - RAID Supported - 1 5 10 50 1E 1E0 00 5EE RAID Level - 128 MB
SKU: 39R8794
Price: $318.32
46M0830 - IBM ServeRAID M5025 8-port SAS RAID Controller - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Serial ATA/600 - PCI Express 2.0 x8 - Plug-in Card - RAID Suppo
SKU: 46M0830
Price: $732.43
06P2215 - IBM Adaptec Single Channel 64-bit PCI Ultra-160 LVD SCSI Controller Card
SKU: 06P2215
Price: $200.00
06P2214 - IBM Single Channel 64-bit PCI Ultra-160 LVD SCSI Controller Card with Long BracketS
SKU: 06P2214
Price: $296.30
34L3819 - IBM SSA 4-Port RAID Controller PCI Advance Serial RAID with 64MB for RS/6000
SKU: 34L3819
Price: $107.54
00N9552 - IBM ServeRAID 3L Ultra-2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SE RAID Controller for Netfinity
SKU: 00N9552
Price: $395.34
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.