Alternative to 49Y1840: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 49Y1840 (49Y1840 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard 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 49Y1840
| SKU | 49Y1840 |
|---|---|
| Product | 49Y1840 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive |
| Current price | $145.26 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 49Y1840 › |
Alternatives to 49Y1840
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.
90Y8879 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM SAS 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF G2 HOT SWAPPABLE Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 90Y8879
Price: $138.95
44W2266 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Slim Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive
SKU: 44W2266
Price: $537.39
00FN462 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive
SKU: 00FN462
Price: $170.53
81Y3812 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive
SKU: 81Y3812
Price: $170.53
81Y9914 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 6Gb/S SAS 2.5-Inch SFF Hot-Swappable Hard Drive
SKU: 81Y9914
Price: $417.54
81Y9673 - IBM 300GB 15000RPM 6Gb/S SAS 2.5-Inch SFF Hot-Swappable Hard Drive
SKU: 81Y9673
Price: $537.39
42D0632 - IBM 146GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s SFF Hot swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 42D0632
Price: $50.53
42D0643 - IBM 146GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive
SKU: 42D0643
Price: $157.07
42D0642 - IBM 146GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive
SKU: 42D0642
Price: $157.07
81Y9650 - IBM 900GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-inch SFF Hot-Swappable Hard Drive
SKU: 81Y9650
Price: $173.68
42D0646 - IBM 146GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive
SKU: 42D0646
Price: $182.37
49Y6178 - IBM 600GB 10000RPM SAS 6Gb/s Slim Hot-Swappable SFF 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 49Y6178
Price: $545.51
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.