Alternative to 81Y9727: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 81Y9727 (81Y9727 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM NEAR LINE SATA 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray) 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 81Y9727
| SKU | 81Y9727 |
|---|---|
| Product | 81Y9727 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM NEAR LINE SATA 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray |
| Current price | $197.89 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 81Y9727 › |
Alternatives to 81Y9727
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.
81Y3857 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM NEAR LINE SATA 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 81Y3857
Price: $202.11
81Y9726 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM NEAR LINE SATA 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 81Y9726
Price: $208.42
81Y9728 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s Near Line 2.5-inch SFF Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray for xSeriesa
SKU: 81Y9728
Price: $577.05
00AJ138 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 2.5 -inch Near Line G3 Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 00AJ138
Price: $292.87
00Y2424 - IBM 2TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s Near Line 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 00Y2424
Price: $145.26
49Y1939 - IBM 1TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Near Line Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 49Y1939
Price: $166.32
00FN209 - IBM 4TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Near Line 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray for G2HS 512E
SKU: 00FN209
Price: $210.53
00FN208 - IBM 4TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Near Line 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray for G2HS 512E
SKU: 00FN208
Price: $210.53
00FN229 - IBM 6TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Near Line 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray for G2HS 512E
SKU: 00FN229
Price: $278.95
00FN189 - IBM 2TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Near Line 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray for G2HS 512E
SKU: 00FN189
Price: $407.72
00FN250 - IBM 4TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Near Line 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Drive with Tray for G2HS 512E
SKU: 00FN250
Price: $519.57
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.