Alternative to 46M6171: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 46M6171 (46M6171 - IBM Broadcom Dual Port 10 Gigabit G2 Ethernet Expansion Card) 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 46M6171
| SKU | 46M6171 |
|---|---|
| Product | 46M6171 - IBM Broadcom Dual Port 10 Gigabit G2 Ethernet Expansion Card |
| Current price | $73.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 46M6171 › |
Alternatives to 46M6171
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.
45W4453 - IBM 10Gigabit Dual Port Ethernet Expansion Module 2 x XFP Uplink Expansion Module
SKU: 45W4453
Price: $323.99
46M6167 - IBM Broadcom 10GB GEN 2 4-Port Ethernet Expansion Card (CFFH) for BladeCenter
SKU: 46M6167
Price: $915.36
00AM013 - IBM Broadcom 10/100/1000Base-T PCI Express x4 Broadcom Ethernet Adapter 5719
SKU: 00AM013
Price: $206.53
42C1811 - IBM 10 Gigabit Dual Port Ethernet Expansion Card for BladeCenter
SKU: 42C1811
Price: $160.05
44W4466 - IBM BROADCOM 10 GB 2-Port EN EXPANSION CardS (CFFH) for IBM BladeCenter Network Adapter - PCI Express X8
SKU: 44W4466
Price: $236.29
81Y3133 - IBM Broadcom 2-Port 10 Gigabit Virtual Fabric II (CFFh) for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 81Y3133
Price: $259.50
42C1812 - IBM Intel Dual Port 10GB Ethernet Expansion Card CFFH for BladeCenter
SKU: 42C1812
Price: $236.29
46M6165 - IBM Broadcom 10Gb Quad Port Ethernet Card (CFFh) for BladeCenter HS12
SKU: 46M6165
Price: $229.08
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.