Alternative to 31970-01A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 31970-01A (31970-01A - Qlogic SANbox 5800 24-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the 31970-01A
| SKU | 31970-01A |
|---|---|
| Product | 31970-01A - Qlogic SANbox 5800 24-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch |
| Current price | $832.63 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 31970-01A › |
Alternatives to 31970-01A
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.
SB5802V-08A - QLogic SANBOX 5802V 24-Port x 12-Port Active SAN Switch
SKU: SB5802V-08A
Price: $1,060.70
SB5800V-08A8 - QLogic SANbox 5800V 24-Port Fibre Channel Switch with 12 Port License
SKU: SB5800V-08A8
Price: $1,626.32
SB5600-20A-E - QLogic SANbox SB5600-20A-E Fibre Channel Switch - 20 Ports - 4.24 Gbps
SKU: SB5600-20A-E
Price: $10,339.54
HP JC103-61001 FlexFabric 5800 Series 5800-24G 24 x Ports SFP 1000Base-X + 4 x SFP+ Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JC103-61001
Price: $494.74
HPE JG255-61001 HP JG255-61001 FlexFabric 5800 Series 5800-24G 24xRJ-45 Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4xSFP+ Layer-3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JG255-61001
Price: $889.47
SB5802V-20A8 - QLogic SANbox SB5802V-20A8-E Fiber Channel Switch - 8 Gbps - 20 Fiber Channel Ports - 24 x Expansion Slots - Manageable (Super clean)
SKU: SB5802V-20A8
Price: $2,029.47
SB5602-20A-E - QLogic SANbox SB5600 Fiber Channel Switch - 16 Ports - 4.24Gbps
SKU: SB5602-20A-E
Price: $9,955.34
NE3210406-08 - QLogic Converged Network Adapter QLogic QLE8242 2-Port PCI-Express x8 10GB/s SFP+ Full-Height
SKU: NE3210406-08
Price: $405.89
NE3213606-08 - QLogic Converged Network Adapter QLogic QLE8242-SR-CK 2-Port PCI-Express x8 10GB/s SFP+ Full-Height
SKU: NE3213606-08
Price: $417.54
QW938SB - HP SN3000B 16GB 24-Port/24-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch - Switch 24-Ports Rack-Mountable Call.
SKU: QW938SB
Price: $2,023.16
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.