Replacement for 81Y5194: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 81Y5194 (81Y5194 - IBM Hard Drive Backplane for Flex System x240)? 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 81Y5194
| SKU | 81Y5194 |
|---|---|
| Product | 81Y5194 - IBM Hard Drive Backplane for Flex System x240 |
| Current price | $115.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 81Y5194 › |
Drop-in replacements for 81Y5194
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.
94Y4884 - IBM 2.5-inch SFF Hard Drive and 1.8-inch Solid State Drive Backplane for Flex System
SKU: 94Y4884
Price: $132.63
49Y4986 - IBM Solid State Drive and Hard Drive Backplane for Flex System Manager
SKU: 49Y4986
Price: $132.63
88Y6246 - IBM 2.5-inch Hard Drive Backplane 1 Bay for Flex System x440 Compute Node
SKU: 88Y6246
Price: $350.14
00Y2774 - IBM Base Assembly (includes chassis and system board) for Flex System x240
SKU: 00Y2774
Price: $220.71
94Y4862 - IBM Base Assembly (includes chassis and system board for Flex System)
SKU: 94Y4862
Price: $305.05
95Y4788 - IBM Compute Node System Board (Motherboard) for Flex System x240
SKU: 95Y4788
Price: $339.67
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.