Alternative to 3CR17172-91: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 3CR17172-91 (3CR17172-91 - 3Com 48-Ports 10/100Base-T Stackable Ethernet 5500-Ei 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 3CR17172-91
| SKU | 3CR17172-91 |
|---|---|
| Product | 3CR17172-91 - 3Com 48-Ports 10/100Base-T Stackable Ethernet 5500-Ei Switch |
| Current price | $428.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3CR17172-91 › |
Alternatives to 3CR17172-91
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.
J4904-69101 - HP ProCurve Switch 2848 44 x Ports 10/100Base-T + 4 x SFP Layer-2 Managed Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: J4904-69101
Price: $145.26
HP J9147-69001 ProCurve 29910 al Series 2910al-48G 44 x RJ-45 Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Dual Personality RJ-45/SFP (mini-GBIC) Ports Layer 3 Managed Rack-mountable Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Netwo
SKU: J9147-69001
Price: $178.95
08V91F - Dell PowerConnect N4064F 48 x Ports 10 Gigabit SFP+ + 2 x Ports 40 Gigabit QSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Stackable 1U Rack-Mountable Switch
SKU: 08V91F
Price: $4,085.05
8V91F - Dell PowerConnect N4064F 48 x Ports 10 Gigabit SFP+ + 2 x Ports 40 Gigabit QSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Stackable 1U Rack-Mountable Switch
SKU: 8V91F
Price: $4,085.05
3CR17762-91 - 3Com 4500G-48-Ports Stackable Ethernet Switch 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) 2 x XFP 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T
SKU: 3CR17762-91
Price: $473.68
HPE JG540-61002 OfficeConnect 1910 Series 1910-48 48 x Ports 10/100Base-T + 2 x SFP Ports + 2 x GBE Ports Layer 3 Managed Fast Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JG540-61002
Price: $294.74
HP J9148AX ProCurve 2910al-48G-PoE+ 44 x Ports PoE+ 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Dual Personality SFP (mini-GBIC) Ports + 4 x SFP+ Ports With Optional module Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: J9148AX
Price: $349.47
HP J9148AZ ProCurve 2910al-48G-PoE+ 44 x Ports PoE+ 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Dual Personality SFP (mini-GBIC) Ports + 4 x SFP+ Ports With Optional module Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: J9148AZ
Price: $349.47
HP J9148-61301 ProCurve 2910al-48G-PoE+ 44 x Ports PoE+ 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Dual Personality SFP (mini-GBIC) Ports + 4 x SFP+ Ports With Optional module Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Sw
SKU: J9148-61301
Price: $349.47
J4868A - HP 2915-8G-PoE 8xPorts 10/100/1000Base-T with 2x SFP 2x Uplink Managed Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Switch
SKU: J4868A
Price: $96.84
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.