Alternative to 43X0845: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 43X0845 (43X0845 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 16MB Cache 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION) 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 43X0845
| SKU | 43X0845 |
|---|---|
| Product | 43X0845 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 16MB Cache 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION |
| Current price | $250.53 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 43X0845 › |
Alternatives to 43X0845
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.
43X0849 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 16MB Cache 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION
SKU: 43X0849
Price: $134.33
25R4859 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin 16MB Cache Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 25R4859
Price: $250.53
42D0445 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM SAS SFF Non-Hot Swap 2.5-inch Hard Drive for Blade Server
SKU: 42D0445
Price: $150.72
42C0261 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION
SKU: 42C0261
Price: $250.53
43X0847 - IBM 73GB 15000RPM 2.5-inch SAS NON Hot Swapable Hard Drive for Blade Server OPTION
SKU: 43X0847
Price: $250.53
71P7413 - IBM 146GB 15000RPM SAS 3Gb/s 16MB Cache Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 71P7413
Price: $226.08
03X3918 - IBM Lenovo 600GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive
SKU: 03X3918
Price: $236.84
43W7532 - IBM 146.8GB 15000RPM SAS 3.0Gbps Hot Swap 16MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
SKU: 43W7532
Price: $344.84
97P1665 - IBM Ultra-320 73GB 15000RPM SCSI 80-Pin 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 97P1665
Price: $305.05
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.