Replacement for 74Y5981: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 74Y5981 (74Y5981 - IBM 3.5GHz 12 Core CUoD Processor for Power7 Server)? 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 74Y5981
| SKU | 74Y5981 |
|---|---|
| Product | 74Y5981 - IBM 3.5GHz 12 Core CUoD Processor for Power7 Server |
| Current price | $2,617.63 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 74Y5981 › |
Drop-in replacements for 74Y5981
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.
12R9727 - IBM 8GB kit (4x2GB) CUoD DDR2-533MHz Memory Card Module Assembly
SKU: 12R9727
Price: $332.54
02R8959 - IBM Intel Xeon 3.06GHz 512KB L2 Cache 533MHz FSB 604-Pin FC-MICROPGA Processor for E-Server xSeries Server
SKU: 02R8959
Price: $242.41
59P4845 - IBM Intel Xeon Single Core 2.8GHz 512KB L2 Cache 533MHz FSB Socket PPGA-604 Processor for E-Server xSeries 235 and 345
SKU: 59P4845
Price: $83.30
46C6582 - IBM 3.00GHz 1333MHz FSB 12MB L2 Cache Intel Xeon E5450 Quad Core Processor for xSeries Server
SKU: 46C6582
Price: $112.17
46C6581 - IBM 3.00GHz 1333MHz FSB 12MB L2 Cache Intel Xeon E5450 Quad Core Processor for xSeries Server
SKU: 46C6581
Price: $112.17
46M2948 - IBM 2.33GHz 1333MHz FSB 12MB Cache Intel Xeon L5410 Quad Core Processor for xSeries Server
SKU: 46M2948
Price: $113.46
37L3533 - IBM Intel Xeon Single Core 2.4GHz 512KB L2 Cache 400MHz FSB Socket PPGA-603 Processor for E-Server xSeries 345
SKU: 37L3533
Price: $125.86
49Y7336 - IBM 2.10GHz 12MB L3 Cache Socket G34 AMD Opteron 6172 12-Core Processor for x3755 M3 Server
SKU: 49Y7336
Price: $283.34
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.