Alternative to 46Y3496: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 46Y3496 (46Y3496 - IBM 10 Gigabit XF LR Single Port Server Adapter) 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 46Y3496
| SKU | 46Y3496 |
|---|---|
| Product | 46Y3496 - IBM 10 Gigabit XF LR Single Port Server Adapter |
| Current price | $565.32 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 46Y3496 › |
Alternatives to 46Y3496
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.
42C1753 - IBM PRO/1000 PF Server Adapter - Network Adapter - PCI Express X4 - Gigabit EN - 1000BASE-SX
SKU: 42C1753
Price: $224.87
73P2701 - IBM Intel PRO/1000 MT Dual Port Server Adapter Network Adapter - PCI-X HOT-PLUG (Standard Bracket)
SKU: 73P2701
Price: $395.34
42D0510 - IBM Qlogic Single Port and Dual Port 8GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 42D0510
Price: $47.37
00FK895 - IBM Single-Port 10Gb/s SFP+ Embedded Adapter forx3650 /x3550 M4 Server
SKU: 00FK895
Price: $250.53
00AL292 - IBM Single-Port 10Gb/s SFP+ Embedded Adapter forx3650 /x3550 M4 Server
SKU: 00AL292
Price: $331.58
90Y6268 - IBM EMULEX Dual Port 10GBE SFP+ EMBEDDED Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter - 2 Ports
SKU: 90Y6268
Price: $125.32
90Y5100 - IBM Emulex Dual Port 10GBE SFP+ Embedded Adapter for IBM System x - Network Adapter - 2 Ports
SKU: 90Y5100
Price: $145.26
94Y5172 - IBM 2-Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet Virtual Fabric Adapter for BladeCenter
SKU: 94Y5172
Price: $89.47
94Y5173 - IBM 2-Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet Virtual Fabric Adapter for BladeCenter
SKU: 94Y5173
Price: $89.47
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.