Replacement for 32R1860: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 32R1860 (32R1860 - IBM NORTEL LAYER GBE 6-Ports Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module 2/3 COPPER for BladeCenter)? Pro Disk Network ships IBM drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the 32R1860
| SKU | 32R1860 |
|---|---|
| Product | 32R1860 - IBM NORTEL LAYER GBE 6-Ports Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module 2/3 COPPER for BladeCenter |
| Current price | $489.47 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 32R1860 › |
Drop-in replacements for 32R1860
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.
32R1868 - IBM / Nortel 6x RJ-45 Ports Layer 2/3 Copper GbE Switch Module for BladeCenter
SKU: 32R1868
Price: $259.75
EL4512029 - Nortel / IBM 6x RJ-45 Ports Layer 2/3 Copper GbE Switch Module for BladeCenter
SKU: EL4512029
Price: $382.78
IBM G8000R Blade G8000R RackSwitch 44 x Ports Gigabit Ethernet 4 x SFP+ Ports Back-to-Front Airflow Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: G8000R
Price: $357.89
8036HC1 - IBM RackSwitch G8316 is a 40 GbE Switch and can also be as 10 GbE switch
SKU: 8036HC1
Price: $3,124.92
26K6530 - IBM Nortel Networks Layer 2/3 Gigabit Ethernet Copper Switch Module 6 x 1000Base-T LAN Switching Module
SKU: 26K6530
Price: $100.95
26K6524 - IBM Nortel Networks Layer 2-3Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module (6 Ports Copper)
SKU: 26K6524
Price: $110.53
00E3497 - IBM Quad-Ports SFP+ (2x10 GB FCoE 2x1 GbE) Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Network Adapter
SKU: 00E3497
Price: $110.53
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.