Alternative to 46M6140: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 46M6140 (46M6140 - IBM Emulex 8GB Fiber Channel Expansion Card 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 46M6140
| SKU | 46M6140 |
|---|---|
| Product | 46M6140 - IBM Emulex 8GB Fiber Channel Expansion Card for BladeCenter |
| Current price | $73.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 46M6140 › |
Alternatives to 46M6140
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.
43W6862 - IBM EMULEX 4GB Fibre Channel EXPANSION Card (CFFV) for IBM BladeCenter with Standard Bracket
SKU: 43W6862
Price: $182.37
43W6859 - IBM Emulex Fibre Channel 4GB/s Expansion Card for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 43W6859
Price: $205.26
43W6860 - IBM 4GB Fibre Channel Expansion Card (CFFv) by Emulex for BladeCenter
SKU: 43W6860
Price: $182.37
39Y9184 - IBM 4GB Dual Port Fibre Channel Expansion Card by Emulex for BladeCenter
SKU: 39Y9184
Price: $250.53
00Y3270 - IBM QLogic Ethernet and 8GB/s Fiber Channel Expansion Card (CFFh) for BladeCenter
SKU: 00Y3270
Price: $192.63
2863-2021 - IBM Fiber Channel Expansion to Expansion Cable 0.5m Fiber Optic for Network Device 1.60 ft
SKU: 2863-2021
Price: $74.99
41Y8583 - IBM QLogic 4GB/s Dual Port Fiber Channel Expansion Card for BladeCenter
SKU: 41Y8583
Price: $71.58
46M6067 - IBM QLogic 4Gigabit Fiber Channel Expansion Card (CIOv) for BladeCenter
SKU: 46M6067
Price: $96.84
46M6141 - IBM EMULEX 8GB PCI Express X8 Fibre Channel EXPANSION Card (CIOV) for IBM B
SKU: 46M6141
Price: $318.32
44W4476 - IBM EN EXPANSION Card (CIOV) for IBM BladeCenter EXPANSION Module P
SKU: 44W4476
Price: $385.87
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.