Alternative to 81Y9788: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 81Y9788 (81Y9788 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM 6GB/s NL SATA 3.5-inch G2 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 81Y9788
| SKU | 81Y9788 |
|---|---|
| Product | 81Y9788 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM 6GB/s NL SATA 3.5-inch G2 Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray |
| Current price | $284.57 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 81Y9788 › |
Alternatives to 81Y9788
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.
81Y9786 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM 6GB/s NL SATA 3.5-inch G2 Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 81Y9786
Price: $96.84
81Y9787 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM 6GB/s NL SATA 3.5-inch G2 Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 81Y9787
Price: $96.84
81Y9727 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM NEAR LINE SATA 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 81Y9727
Price: $197.89
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
00AD005 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6GB/s 3.5-inch Non Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive for NeXtScale System
SKU: 00AD005
Price: $211.03
00AD035 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6GB/s 2.5-inch Non Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive for NeXtScale System
SKU: 00AD035
Price: $344.84
46U2759 - IBM Lenovo 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6GB/s SFF 2.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive for ThinkServer
SKU: 46U2759
Price: $537.39
90Y8957 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM SAS 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF G2 Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 90Y8957
Price: $181.05
90Y8953 IBM 500GB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 90Y8953
Price: $181.05
90Y8954 - IBM 500GB 7200RPM SAS 6GB/s 2.5-inch SFF G2 Hot Swapable Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 90Y8954
Price: $191.58
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.