Alternative to 44E5686: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 44E5686 (44E5686 - IBM Brocade FCoE Switch Port for BladeCenter) 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 44E5686
| SKU | 44E5686 |
|---|---|
| Product | 44E5686 - IBM Brocade FCoE Switch Port for BladeCenter |
| Current price | $17,224.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 44E5686 › |
Alternatives to 44E5686
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.
00Y5618 - Lenovo 10Gb Virtual Fabric Advanced CNA by QLogic for IBM BladeCenter (iSCSI and FCoE)
SKU: 00Y5618
Price: $385.14
44X1921 - IBM BROCADE 10-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 44X1921
Price: $2,527.57
44X1927 - IBM BROCADE 10-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 44X1927
Price: $2,611.75
IB-4020-0004 - IBM Brocade 20-Port 4 Gigabit SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
SKU: IB-4020-0004
Price: $139.21
42C1835 - IBM BROCADE Enterprise 20-Port 8 Gigabit SAN Switch Module for BladeCenter
SKU: 42C1835
Price: $170.53
44X1926 - IBM 8Gigabit 20 Port SAN Switch Module by Brocade for BladeCenter
SKU: 44X1926
Price: $1,510.53
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.