Alternative to M1726HC4: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the M1726HC4 (M1726HC4 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External) 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 M1726HC4
| SKU | M1726HC4 |
|---|---|
| Product | M1726HC4 - IBM System Storage DS3400 Model 41E 2U Rack-Mountable Express Hard Drive Array 12 Bays SAS Fibre Channel 4Gbps External |
| Current price | $1,930.72 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View M1726HC4 › |
Alternatives to M1726HC4
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.
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
1746A4D - IBM System Storage DS3524 Model C4A 24-Bays 2U Rack-Mountable Hard Drive Array
SKU: 1746A4D
Price: $1,255.58
1746A4E - IBM System Storage EXP3524 24-Bay 2U Rack-Mountable Expansion Unit Model
SKU: 1746A4E
Price: $1,561.72
18128VH - IBM System Storage DS4000 EXP420 Storage Expansion Unit Storage enclosure 16 bays ( SATA ) 0 x HD rack-mountable 3U
SKU: 18128VH
Price: $573.97
172701X - IBM System Storage EXP3000 Storage Enclosure 2U Rack-Mountable 12 Bays SAS Rails and Ears
SKU: 172701X
Price: $712.64
17331RU - IBM EXP400 Storage Cabinet Storage Enclosure 14 x 3.5-inch 1/3H Hot Swappable Rack-Mountable
SKU: 17331RU
Price: $97.51
1746A2S - IBM DS3512 12-Bay 2U Rack Mountable Hard Drive Array System Storage
SKU: 1746A2S
Price: $1,052.21
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
3573-L2U - IBM System Storage TS3100 Tape Library Chassis Model L2U 8.8TB/17.6TB Slots 24
SKU: 3573-L2U
Price: $921.05
3580-S6E - IBM 2.50TB/6.25TB LTO-6 Tape Drive Model H6S System Storage TS2260
SKU: 3580-S6E
Price: $5,423.42
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.