Alternative to 7042-1946: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 7042-1946 (7042-1946 - IBM 4GB Kit (2 X 2GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Very Low Profile (VLP) Single Rank Memory) 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 7042-1946
| SKU | 7042-1946 |
|---|---|
| Product | 7042-1946 - IBM 4GB Kit (2 X 2GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Very Low Profile (VLP) Single Rank Memory |
| Current price | $276.18 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 7042-1946 › |
Alternatives to 7042-1946
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.
1946-7042 - IBM 4GB Kit (2 X 2GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Very Low Profile (VLP) Single Rank Memory
SKU: 1946-7042
Price: $276.18
7042-1942 - IBM 2GB Kit (2 X 1GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Single Rank Memory
SKU: 7042-1942
Price: $137.37
1924-7042 - IBM Chipkill 4GB Kit (2 X 2GB) DDR2-667MHz PC2-5300 ECC Fully buffered CL5 240-Pin DIMM Dual Rank Memory
SKU: 1924-7042
Price: $185.83
7042-1924 - IBM 2GB Kit (2 X 1GB) DDR2-667MHz PC2-5300 ECC Fully Buffered CL5 240-Pin DIMM Dual Rank Memory
SKU: 7042-1924
Price: $219.89
96Y8787 - IBM 6GB Kit (3 X 2GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Single Rank Memory
SKU: 96Y8787
Price: $231.32
7042-4765 - IBM 675-Watts Redundant Power Supply for Hardware Management Console CR5/CR6
SKU: 7042-4765
Price: $305.05
45M4571 - IBM Lenovo 4GB Kit (2 X 2GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 non-ECC Unbuffered CL9 204-Pin SoDimm Dual Rank Memory
SKU: 45M4571
Price: $207.08
8198-7891 - IBM 8GB Kit (2 X 4GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM 1.35V Low Voltage Dual Rank Memory
SKU: 8198-7891
Price: $207.08
96Y8786 - IBM 12GB Kit (3 X 4GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Single Rank Memory
SKU: 96Y8786
Price: $268.45
96Y8785 - IBM 12GB Kit (3 X 4GB) DDR3-1333MHz PC3-10600 ECC Registered CL9 240-Pin DIMM Single Rank Memory
SKU: 96Y8785
Price: $268.45
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.