Alternative to 46X4804: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 46X4804 (46X4804 - IBM 1600/3200GB SAS LTO-5 Half Height Tape Drive) 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 46X4804
| SKU | 46X4804 |
|---|---|
| Product | 46X4804 - IBM 1600/3200GB SAS LTO-5 Half Height Tape Drive |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 46X4804 › |
Alternatives to 46X4804
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.
3573-8245 - IBM 1600/3200GB LTO-5 SAS 6Gbb/s Tape Drive for TS3100 / TS3200
SKU: 3573-8245
Price: $1,448.09
46X5268 - IBM / Spectra Logic 1600/3200GB LTO-5 Fibre Channel Tape Drive
SKU: 46X5268
Price: $2,059.61
3573-8448 - IBM LTO-7 Half Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive Module for System Storage TS3100 / TS3200 Tape Library
SKU: 3573-8448
Price: $3,549.47
38L7458 - IBM LTO-7 Half Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive Module for System Storage TS3100 / TS3200 Tape Library
SKU: 38L7458
Price: $3,581.05
00VJ128 - IBM LTO-7 Half Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive Module for System Storage TS3100 / TS3200 Tape Library
SKU: 00VJ128
Price: $4,115.79
46C2214 - IBM 80/160GB DAT160 SAS 4MM Half Height 3.5-inch Tape Drive DDS Gen6 Power7
SKU: 46C2214
Price: $265.26
95P4278 - IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-4 - 800GB (Native) / 1.6TB (Compressed) - 5 Pack
SKU: 95P4278
Price: $81.80
19P5887 - IBM LTO Ultrium 2 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-2 - 200GB (Native) / 400GB (Compressed)
SKU: 19P5887
Price: $94.07
24R1922 - IBM TotalStorage LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge - LTO Ultrium LTO-3 - 400GB (Native) / 800GB (Compressed)
SKU: 24R1922
Price: $117.47
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.