Alternative to 44W2728: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 44W2728 (44W2728 - IBM SAS / SATA 2.5-inch Backplane for x3350 x3250M2 x3850M2 x3950 M) 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 44W2728
| SKU | 44W2728 |
|---|---|
| Product | 44W2728 - IBM SAS / SATA 2.5-inch Backplane for x3350 x3250M2 x3850M2 x3950 M |
| Current price | $73.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 44W2728 › |
Alternatives to 44W2728
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.
74Y3050 - IBM I/O Backplane for IBM 74Y3050 I/O Backplane for CCIN 2B59 YZ
SKU: 74Y3050
Price: $1,483.25
00P2542 - IBM Disk Drive Backplane for Split Backplane for RS/6000 7038-6M2
SKU: 00P2542
Price: $205.26
44E8783 - IBM SAS SATA 4X Backplane BOARD for System x3200 X3400 X3500 ThinkKServer TS100
SKU: 44E8783
Price: $89.47
39M4349 - IBM 3.5-inch SAS / SATA Backplane (Hot-Pluggable Models) for eServer xSeries 306M
SKU: 39M4349
Price: $143.39
46C7919 - IBM SAS / SATA Hot-Pluggable Backplane 3.5-inch for System x3350 (type 4192)
SKU: 46C7919
Price: $143.39
42C1516 - IBM SAS/SATA Backplane 3.5-inch Drive (Hot-Pluggable Models) for xSeries 306M
SKU: 42C1516
Price: $149.97
39Y8406 - IBM SATA/SAS Hot-pluggable Backplane Board for x3400 7976 Server
SKU: 39Y8406
Price: $155.80
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.