This IBM 42C2083 delivers Fiber Channel Controller functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include capacity of 4 GB, interface of Fibre Channel, data rate of 4 Gb/s, ports of 1. Workload fit covers VMware NSX overlay networking, Kubernetes pod-to-pod east-west bandwidth, Storage Replica replication, and high-throughput backup network paths between ToR switches and backup targets. Pro Disk Network sources the 42C2083 through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The 42C2083 is a IBM fiber channel controller component with capacity 4 GB, interface Fibre Channel, data rate 4 Gb/s. Pro Disk Network sells the 42C2083 for $211.00 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 42C2083 is a IBM fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 42C2083 ship?
42C2083 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The 42C2083 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Production Deployment — Drop-in part for production enterprise infrastructure. Pre-tested and inspected before shipment.
Replacement / Spare — Hot-spare or RMA replacement keeping installed base running while OEM warranty is processed.
Lab / Dev / Test — Identical part for non-production validation environments. Cost-effective using refurbished tier.
Capacity Expansion — Adding capacity to an existing deployment without disturbing the production baseline.
What is the 42C2083?
The 42C2083 is a IBM enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 4 GB and interface Fibre Channel, manufactured by IBM. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 42C2083
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Refurbished tier reseals — original retail box not included
Single-drive purchases ship in static-shield bags, not retail packaging
Lead time on 24+ drive orders may extend 2–4 business days
Frequently Asked Questions about 42C2083
Is the 42C2083 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 42C2083 as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the 42C2083 fit my system?
The 42C2083 is a IBM fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 42C2083 ship?
42C2083 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the 42C2083?
New 42C2083 units carry the full IBM manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 42C2083?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.