Alternative to 81Y1665: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 81Y1665 (81Y1665 - IBM Emulex LightPulse 16Gb FC1600 Dual Port SAN Host Bus Adapter) 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 81Y1665
| SKU | 81Y1665 |
|---|---|
| Product | 81Y1665 - IBM Emulex LightPulse 16Gb FC1600 Dual Port SAN Host Bus Adapter |
| Current price | $187.37 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 81Y1665 › |
Alternatives to 81Y1665
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.
81Y1662 - IBM Emulex LightPulse 16Gb FC1600 Dual Port SAN Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 81Y1662
Price: $1,625.18
0C19478 - IBM Emulex LightPulse 8GB Dual Port PCI Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 0C19478
Price: $1,674.70
01CV843 - IBM Emulex Dual-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 01CV843
Price: $468.42
10N9824 - IBM LIGHTPULSE 8GB Dual Port PCI Express X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 10N9824
Price: $149.47
42D0485 - IBM LIGHTPULSE 8GB Single -Port PCI Express X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System x
SKU: 42D0485
Price: $273.91
43W7492 - IBM Emulex 4GB Dual Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System x with Standard Bracket Card Only
SKU: 43W7492
Price: $1,096.42
01CV833 - IBM Emulex Single-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 01CV833
Price: $170.53
00D8549 - IBM / Emulex LPE16002 2-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 00D8549
Price: $641.42
00D8546 - IBM 16GB Single Port PCI Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter by Emulex
SKU: 00D8546
Price: $772.04
81Y1655 - IBM Emulex 16GB Single Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 81Y1655
Price: $2,369.68
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.