Alternative to 45E2371: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 45E2371 (45E2371 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 3.5-inch Fibre Channel Hard Drive with Tray for Storage EXPANSION EXN4000) 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 45E2371
| SKU | 45E2371 |
|---|---|
| Product | 45E2371 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 3.5-inch Fibre Channel Hard Drive with Tray for Storage EXPANSION EXN4000 |
| Current price | $450.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 45E2371 › |
Alternatives to 45E2371
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.
42D0410 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 4 GB/S Fibre Channel Hot Swapable E-DMM 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 42D0410
Price: $194.74
42D0417 IBM 300GB 15000RPM 4GB/s Fibre Channel Hot Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 42D0417
Price: $200.00
17R6337 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 17R6337
Price: $73.68
17R6206 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gbps 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray for DS4000
SKU: 17R6206
Price: $96.84
73P8005 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 73P8005
Price: $138.95
26K5209 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 26K5209
Price: $147.37
06P5353 - IBM 18.2GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 06P5353
Price: $134.24
40K6819 - IBM 73.4GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gbps E-DDM 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray for TotalStorage DS4700
SKU: 40K6819
Price: $160.00
40K6823 - IBM 146GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Hot Pluggable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 40K6823
Price: $170.53
40K6815 - IBM 36.4GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray for TotalStorage DS4700
SKU: 40K6815
Price: $191.58
24P3736 - IBM 73.4GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 24P3736
Price: $263.16
32P0768 - IBM 73.4GB 15000RPM 2GB/s Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 32P0768
Price: $263.16
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.