Replacement for 59H2742: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 59H2742 (59H2742 - IBM 2.5/5GB QIC SCSI/Se Int HH Tape 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 59H2742
| SKU | 59H2742 |
|---|---|
| Product | 59H2742 - IBM 2.5/5GB QIC SCSI/Se Int HH Tape Drive |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 59H2742 › |
Drop-in replacements for 59H2742
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.
45E0668 - IBM 30 / 60GB SLR60 QIC SCSI Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Tape Drive
SKU: 45E0668
Price: $163.74
59H2671 - IBM Mammoth Tape Cartridge - Mammoth Mammoth-1 - 2.5GB (Native) / 5GB (Compressed)
SKU: 59H2671
Price: $82.42
44X2458 - IBM DS4200 1TB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s E-DDM INT 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 44X2458
Price: $170.53
44X2459 - IBM DS4200 1TB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s E-DDM INT 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 44X2459
Price: $191.58
44X2454 - IBM 1TB 7200RPM DS4200 SATA EV-DDM INT 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 44X2454
Price: $326.32
46C8825 - IBM DS4200 1TB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s E-DDM INT 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 46C8825
Price: $392.99
44X3245 - IBM 1TB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s E-DDM INT 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 44X3245
Price: $575.62
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.