Alternative to 78P2698: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 78P2698 (78P2698 - IBM 8Gb/s 10km Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module) 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 78P2698
| SKU | 78P2698 |
|---|---|
| Product | 78P2698 - IBM 8Gb/s 10km Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module |
| Current price | $471.97 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 78P2698 › |
Alternatives to 78P2698
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.
FTLF1428P2BNV-IE - IBM 8Gb/s 8GBase-LW/LR 850nm 10km Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF1428P2BNV-IE
Price: $471.97
95Y2375 - IBM Flex System FC3052 2-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Adapter 2 x Fibre Channel PCI-Express 2.0 8GB/s
SKU: 95Y2375
Price: $300.00
AFBR-57D7APZ-IB5 - IBM 8GB Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: AFBR-57D7APZ-IB5
Price: $108.20
FTLF8528P2BCV-IL - IBM 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF8528P2BCV-IL
Price: $188.76
77P6968 - IBM 4.25Gbps Fibre Channel Single-mode Fiber 10km 1310nm Duplex LC Connector SFP Transceiver Module
SKU: 77P6968
Price: $78.00
00FM472 - IBM 8Gbps Fibre Channel Single-mode Fiber Longwave 10km 1310nm LC Connector SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: 00FM472
Price: $607.16
98Y2178 - IBM 16Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel 10km LC Connector SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: 98Y2178
Price: $6,121.96
FTLF8528P3BCV-ID - IBM 8Gb Fibre Channel (8GFC) SFP+ 150M Optical Transceiver
SKU: FTLF8528P3BCV-ID
Price: $132.32
45W2811 - IBM 10Gbps 10GBase-LR Single-mode Fiber 10km 1310nm Duplex LC Connector XFP Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: 45W2811
Price: $290.54
FTLF8528P2BCV-IB - IBM 150M 850NM 8G Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF8528P2BCV-IB
Price: $53.82
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.