Alternative to 85Y6278: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 85Y6278 (85Y6278 - IBM 8GB 850nm SFP SW Transceiver) 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 85Y6278
| SKU | 85Y6278 |
|---|---|
| Product | 85Y6278 - IBM 8GB 850nm SFP SW Transceiver |
| Current price | $178.72 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 85Y6278 › |
Alternatives to 85Y6278
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.
AFBR-57D9AMZ-IB1 - IBM 8Gb/s 850nm Short Wave Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: AFBR-57D9AMZ-IB1
Price: $61.84
FTLF1428P2BNV-IB - IBM 8Gb/s 850nm Long Wave SFP Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF1428P2BNV-IB
Price: $267.30
FTLF1428P2BNV-IE - IBM 8Gb/s 8GBase-LW/LR 850nm 10km Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF1428P2BNV-IE
Price: $471.97
FTLF8528P2BCV-IB - IBM 150M 850NM 8G Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF8528P2BCV-IB
Price: $53.82
E1MG-SX - IBM 1000Base-SX 850nm 550m LC Connector mini-GBIC SFP Transceiver Module
SKU: E1MG-SX
Price: $71.58
44X1966 - IBM 8Gbps Multi-mode Fiber Shortwave Fibre Channel 300m 850nm LC Connector SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: 44X1966
Price: $74.99
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.