Alternative to 3C579-TP: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3C579-TP (3C579-TP - 3Com Etherlink III 3C529 / 3C579 32-Bit Network Adapter) 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 3C579-TP
| SKU | 3C579-TP |
|---|---|
| Product | 3C579-TP - 3Com Etherlink III 3C529 / 3C579 32-Bit Network Adapter |
| Current price | $344.33 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3C579-TP › |
Alternatives to 3C579-TP
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.
463051R-001 - HP PCI-X Adapter 64-Bit 133MHz 1-Channel Ultra320 SCSI Controller (HBA) Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 463051R-001
Price: $646.83
A8712-60510 - HP 3DLabs Wildcat III 6110 128MB DDR SDRAM 32-Bit DVI Video Graphics Card for Workstation X2100
SKU: A8712-60510
Price: $128.72
A8712-69510 - HP 3DLabs Wildcat III 6110 128MB DDR SDRAM 32-Bit DVI Video Graphics Card for Workstation X2100
SKU: A8712-69510
Price: $128.72
A8712A - HP 3DLabs Wildcat III 6110 128MB DDR SDRAM 32-Bit DVI Video Graphics Card for Workstation X2100
SKU: A8712A
Price: $128.72
188594-001 - HP 900MHz 100MHz FSB 2MB L2 Cache Socket SECC330 Intel Pentium III Xeon 32-Bit Processor for ProLiant DL760 / ML750
SKU: 188594-001
Price: $161.11
J2585-61002 - HP Dual Port 10/100 32-Bit Ethernet PCI LAN Network Adapter
SKU: J2585-61002
Price: $71.58
90Y3469 - IBM FLEX System EN4132 2-Port 10GB Ethernet Adapter - Network Adapter
SKU: 90Y3469
Price: $579.72
615317-001 - HP Nc532m Dual Port Flex-10 10gbe Bl-C Adapter Network Adapter 2 Ports
SKU: 615317-001
Price: $721.05
90Y9332 - IBM Emulex 10GBE Virtual Fabric Adapter Advanced II for IBM BladeCenter HS23 - Network Adapter - 2 Ports
SKU: 90Y9332
Price: $837.25
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.