Replacement for 42C0268: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 42C0268 (42C0268 IBM 73GB 10000RPM SAS Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive)? 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 42C0268
| SKU | 42C0268 |
|---|---|
| Product | 42C0268 IBM 73GB 10000RPM SAS Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $395.34 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 42C0268 › |
Drop-in replacements for 42C0268
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.
40K1132 IBM 73GB 10000RPM SAS 3GB/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 40K1132
Price: $273.91
24P3693 - IBM 73GB 10000RPM Ultra-160 SCSI Hot-Swappable 80-Pin 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 24P3693
Price: $143.39
03N6327 - IBM 73GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin Hot Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 03N6327
Price: $145.26
03N5261 - IBM 73GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 03N5261
Price: $160.00
33P3391 - IBM 73GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI 80-Pin Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 33P3391
Price: $171.03
74P7489 - IBM 73GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI Hot-Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 74P7489
Price: $195.63
39R7334 - IBM 73GB 10000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI SFF Hot-Swappable 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 39R7334
Price: $331.58
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.