Alternative to 45W8687: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 45W8687 (45W8687 - IBM 2.5-inch SAS Long Hard Drive Tray for DS8000) 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 45W8687
| SKU | 45W8687 |
|---|---|
| Product | 45W8687 - IBM 2.5-inch SAS Long Hard Drive Tray for DS8000 |
| Current price | $50.53 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 45W8687 › |
Alternatives to 45W8687
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.
13R2657 - IBM Fan Assembly Long M10 Fire GL 128MB Systems ThinkPad T40 / T41
SKU: 13R2657
Price: $79.37
45W1193 - IBM 8Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel Single-mode Fiber SFP Transceiver
SKU: 45W1193
Price: $135.92
45W1216 - IBM 8GB Fibre Channel (Long Wave) LC Single-Mode SFP+ (Mini-Gbic) Transceiver Module
SKU: 45W1216
Price: $135.92
21H9894 - IBM 1Gbps Long Wave Fibre Channel 1310nm GBIC Transceiver Module
SKU: 21H9894
Price: $136.74
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.