Alternative to DS4700: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the DS4700 (DS4700 - IBM System Storage 1814 Model 70A 12x 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 2x Controller 2x Power Supply) 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 DS4700
| SKU | DS4700 |
|---|---|
| Product | DS4700 - IBM System Storage 1814 Model 70A 12x 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 2x Controller 2x Power Supply |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View DS4700 › |
Alternatives to DS4700
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.
1814-70A - IBM System Storage 70 SAN Hard Drive Array - Fibre Channel Controller - RAID Supported - 16 x Total Bays - Fibre Channel - 3U Rack-mountable
SKU: 1814-70A
Price: $1,432.42
1726HC4 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External
SKU: 1726HC4
Price: $421.21
1726HC4B107 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External
SKU: 1726HC4B107
Price: $1,930.72
M1726HC4 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External
SKU: M1726HC4
Price: $1,930.72
1814-72A - IBM SAN Hard Drive Array - Fibre Channel Controller - RAID Supported - 16 x Total Bays - Fibre Channel - 3U Rack-mountable
SKU: 1814-72A
Price: $1,784.78
3576-L5B - IBM Storage TS3310 Tape Library Model L5B w/E9U and 4x 8142 LTO4 Fibre
SKU: 3576-L5B
Price: $4,489.47
22R4563 - IBM 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gbps 3.5-inch Hard Drive for DS6000 / DS8000 Storage Server System
SKU: 22R4563
Price: $128.95
3573-L2U - IBM System Storage TS3100 Tape Library Chassis Model L2U 8.8TB/17.6TB Slots 24
SKU: 3573-L2U
Price: $921.05
1746A4D - IBM System Storage DS3524 Model C4A 24-Bays 2U Rack-Mountable Hard Drive Array
SKU: 1746A4D
Price: $1,255.58
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.