Alternative to HDD2E42: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the HDD2E42 (HDD2E42 - Toshiba MK2554GSY 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Toshiba 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 HDD2E42
| SKU | HDD2E42 |
|---|---|
| Product | HDD2E42 - Toshiba MK2554GSY 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable |
| Current price | $730.09 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View HDD2E42 › |
Alternatives to HDD2E42
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.
MK2561GSYN - Toshiba MK2561GSYN 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer
SKU: MK2561GSYN
Price: $110.53
MK2554GSY - Toshiba MK2554GSY 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MK2554GSY
Price: $279.83
MHZ2250CJ - Toshiba MHZ2 CJ MHZ2250CJ 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MHZ2250CJ
Price: $743.34
MHZ2250BJ - Toshiba MHZ2 BJ MHZ2250BJ 250 GB 2.5 Plug-in Module Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MHZ2250BJ
Price: $124.58
HDD1F14 - Toshiba MK2533GSG 250 GB 1.8 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 5400 rpm - 16 MB Buffer
SKU: HDD1F14
Price: $179.54
MHZ2250BS-G2 - Toshiba MHZ2250BS 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 5400 rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MHZ2250BS-G2
Price: $237.59
MJA2250BH-G2 - Toshiba Mobile MJA2250BH 250 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 5400 rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MJA2250BH-G2
Price: $829.45
MHW2080BJ - Toshiba MHW2080BJ 80 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 8 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MHW2080BJ
Price: $128.84
MHZ2120BK - Toshiba MHZ2 BK MHZ2120BK 120 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MHZ2120BK
Price: $136.22
HDD2E43 - Toshiba MK1654GSY 160 GB Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: HDD2E43
Price: $192.92
MHZ2120BJ-G2 - Toshiba MHZ2120BJ 120 GB 2.5 Internal Hard Drive - SATA/300 - 7200 rpm - 16 MB Buffer - Hot Swappable
SKU: MHZ2120BJ-G2
Price: $206.08
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.