Alternative to 73P8017: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 73P8017 (73P8017 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch 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 73P8017
| SKU | 73P8017 |
|---|---|
| Product | 73P8017 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $155.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 73P8017 › |
Alternatives to 73P8017
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.
73P8005 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 73P8005
Price: $138.95
26K5209 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 26K5209
Price: $147.37
CA06776-B45900BA - IBM 300GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Hot-Pluggable 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: CA06776-B45900BA
Price: $304.34
17R6337 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 17R6337
Price: $73.68
22R5947 IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 22R5947
Price: $96.84
71P7555 IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s 40-Pin Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 71P7555
Price: $96.84
71P7465 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive for DS6800
SKU: 71P7465
Price: $117.89
23R8031 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 40-Pin Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 23R8031
Price: $127.53
17P9205 IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 17P9205
Price: $161.11
17R6361 - IBM 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s 40-Pin 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive
SKU: 17R6361
Price: $163.74
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.