Alternative to 46D2516: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 46D2516 (46D2516 - IBM Hot-Plugable SAS/SATA Hard Drive Kit for System X3650 M2) 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 46D2516
| SKU | 46D2516 |
|---|---|
| Product | 46D2516 - IBM Hot-Plugable SAS/SATA Hard Drive Kit for System X3650 M2 |
| Current price | $583.12 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 46D2516 › |
Alternatives to 46D2516
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.
00AL348 - IBM Hot-Plugable 2.5-inch Hard Drive 4 to 8 Upgrade Kit for X3250 M5
SKU: 00AL348
Price: $376.70
39R8312 - IBM Rail Kit for Bladecenter T Chassic (Type 8720 and 8730) with a 2 post Kit and a 4 post Kit
SKU: 39R8312
Price: $82.42
69Y5034 - IBM Hot-Swappable SAS SATA 8-Pack HDD Enablement Kit with 2 M5015 Adapters for x3650 M3 Server
SKU: 69Y5034
Price: $781.21
69Y5033 - IBM 5720 Hot Swap SAS SATA 8 Pack HDD Enablement Kit for 2 M5015 Adapters
SKU: 69Y5033
Price: $2,030.54
41Y8416 - IBM 73.4GB 15000RPM SAS 3.0Gb/s Non-Hot Swap 2.5-inch Hard Drive Hard Drive for BladeServer
SKU: 41Y8416
Price: $250.53
39Y9541 - IBM SAS/SATA Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive Backplane 2.5-inch for System x3550 x3250 (model 4Sx)
SKU: 39Y9541
Price: $189.47
46W9187 - IBM 8 x 2.5-inch SAS / SATA Hot Swap Hard Drive Backplane for System x3650 M4
SKU: 46W9187
Price: $208.42
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.