Alternative to HTR6542: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the HTR6542 (HTR6542 - Hitachi IBM 84H8746 Transceiver Module) 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 HTR6542
| SKU | HTR6542 |
|---|---|
| Product | HTR6542 - Hitachi IBM 84H8746 Transceiver Module |
| Current price | $101.86 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View HTR6542 › |
Alternatives to HTR6542
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.
44W4409 - IBM 10GBE 850 NM Fibre SFP Transceiver for BladeCenter SFP Transceiver Module Plug-In Module
SKU: 44W4409
Price: $364.87
88Y6066 - IBM CISCO ONEX CONVERTER Module - X2 Transceiver Module - 10GBASE-X - PLUG-IN Module
SKU: 88Y6066
Price: $398.53
88Y6069 - IBM CISCO ONEX CONVERTER Module - X2 Transceiver Module - 10GBASE-X - PLUG-IN Module
SKU: 88Y6069
Price: $398.53
FTLF8528P2BCV-IB - IBM 150M 850NM 8G Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
SKU: FTLF8528P2BCV-IB
Price: $53.82
AFBR-57D9AMZ-IB1 - IBM 8Gb/s 850nm Short Wave Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: AFBR-57D9AMZ-IB1
Price: $61.84
E1MG-SX - IBM 1000Base-SX 850nm 550m LC Connector mini-GBIC SFP Transceiver Module
SKU: E1MG-SX
Price: $71.58
98Y2182 - IBM 8Gb/s Short Wave Fibre Channel LC Connector SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: 98Y2182
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.