Alternative to 7979B1U: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 7979B1U (7979B1U - IBM x3650 1x Intel Xeon 2.00GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB RAM Rack Server System) 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 7979B1U
| SKU | 7979B1U |
|---|---|
| Product | 7979B1U - IBM x3650 1x Intel Xeon 2.00GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB RAM Rack Server System |
| Current price | $724.05 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 7979B1U › |
Alternatives to 7979B1U
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.
8853G7A - IBM BladeCenter HS21 1X Intel Xeon E5460 Quad-Core 3.16GHz CPU 2GB RAM 2X Gigabit Ethernet Blade Server System
SKU: 8853G7A
Price: $150.71
7979AC1 - IBM X3650 Intel Xeon 2.66GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB RAM 2X 146GB SAS Drive Rack Server System
SKU: 7979AC1
Price: $329.04
7979B4M - IBM x3650 1x Quad Core Intel Xeon 2.66GHz 12MB Cache CPU 2GB RAM CD-RW / DVD Rack Server System
SKU: 7979B4M
Price: $424.25
8853G3U - IBM BladeCenter HS21 1x Intel Xeon 2.50GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB RAM Blade Server System
SKU: 8853G3U
Price: $572.64
802846U - IBM BladeCenter HS12 1x Intel Xeon 2.83GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB RAM Blade Server System
SKU: 802846U
Price: $898.99
7979B7U - IBM x3650 1x Intel Xeon 3.16GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB RAM Rack Server System
SKU: 7979B7U
Price: $1,069.00
794762U - IBM x3650 M2 1x Intel Xeon 2.53GHz Quad Core CPU 2GB DDR3 RAM Rack Server System
SKU: 794762U
Price: $1,156.62
7870C4U - IBM BladeCenter HS22 1x Intel Xeon 2.93GHz Quad Core CPU 4GB RAM Server System Blade Server System
SKU: 7870C4U
Price: $186.79
7944D2U - IBM x3550 M3 1x Intel Xeon 2.40GHz Quad Core CPU 4GB RAM Rack Server System
SKU: 7944D2U
Price: $392.99
7945D4U - IBM x3650 M3 1x Intel Xeon 2.40GHz Quad Core CPU 4GB RAM Rack Server System
SKU: 7945D4U
Price: $405.26
7870B4U - IBM BladeCenter HS22 1x Intel Xeon 2.53GHz Quad Core CPU 4GB DDR3 RAM Blade Server System
SKU: 7870B4U
Price: $863.74
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.