Alternative to 98Y1755: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 98Y1755 (IBM 98Y1755 System Storage 48 x Ports 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Switch. In Stock) 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 98Y1755
| SKU | 98Y1755 |
|---|---|
| Product | IBM 98Y1755 System Storage 48 x Ports 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Switch. In Stock |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 98Y1755 › |
Alternatives to 98Y1755
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.
2498B24 - IBM System Storage SAN24B-4 Express 8.48 Gbit/s 8 Fiber Channel Ports Manageable 1U
SKU: 2498B24
Price: $1,304.16
2498-B24 - IBM System Storage SAN24B-4 Express 8.48 Gbit/s 8 Fiber Channel Ports Manageable 1U
SKU: 2498-B24
Price: $1,310.53
71P7448 - IBM 146.8GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Hot-Swappable Hard Drive for TotalStorage DS4700 Storage System
SKU: 71P7448
Price: $150.55
3573-8448 - IBM LTO-7 Half Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive Module for System Storage TS3100 / TS3200 Tape Library
SKU: 3573-8448
Price: $3,549.47
2498-F48 - IBM SAN48B-5 48-Port 16GB Fibre Channel SAN Switch 36 Active Ports
SKU: 2498-F48
Price: $1,802.11
1815-82A - IBM TotalStorage DS4800 8-Slot Fibre Channel 4GB Cache Storage Array
SKU: 1815-82A
Price: $916.55
42D0485 - IBM LIGHTPULSE 8GB Single -Port PCI Express X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System x
SKU: 42D0485
Price: $273.91
42D0486 - IBM 8GB Single -Port PCI Express X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for IBM System x
SKU: 42D0486
Price: $385.79
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.