Replacement for SAN48B-5: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the SAN48B-5 (SAN48B-5 - IBM 48-Ports RJ-45 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch)? 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 SAN48B-5
| SKU | SAN48B-5 |
|---|---|
| Product | SAN48B-5 - IBM 48-Ports RJ-45 16Gbps Fibre Channel Switch |
| Current price | $4,490.03 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View SAN48B-5 › |
Drop-in replacements for SAN48B-5
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.
0B24489 - IBM Hitachi 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 0B24489
Price: $268.38
1455-48E - IBM G8052 48 x 1GbE 4 X 10GbE SFP+ 52-Ports Blade Rack Switch
SKU: 1455-48E
Price: $1,162.16
730952F - IBM RackSwitch G8052F Layer 3 Switch 48 Port Manageable 48 x RJ-45 4 x Expansion Slots 10/100/1000Base-T
SKU: 730952F
Price: $3,165.50
7309G52 - IBM RackSwitch G8052R Layer 3 Switch 48 Port Manageable 48 x RJ-45 Stack Port 4 x Expansion Slots 10/100/1000Base-T
SKU: 7309G52
Price: $3,947.12
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.