Alternative to 438871-001: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 438871-001 (438871-001 - HP StorageWorks 4/256 48-Port 4Gb/s Fiber Channel SAN Director Switch) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar HP 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 438871-001
| SKU | 438871-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 438871-001 - HP StorageWorks 4/256 48-Port 4Gb/s Fiber Channel SAN Director Switch |
| Current price | $463.16 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 438871-001 › |
Alternatives to 438871-001
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.
695114-001 - HP 4GB MSL G3 Ultrium-1840 LTO-4 Ultra320 Fiber Channel Tape Drive for StorageWorks MSL2024 / 4048
SKU: 695114-001
Price: $608.42
461488-001 - HP 4-Port 4GB I/O Controller Board for StorageWorks EVA4400
SKU: 461488-001
Price: $1,178.95
734839-001 - HP StorageWorks 16Gb/s SR Multi-mode Fiber Channel 850nm SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: 734839-001
Price: $760.25
461488-005 - HP 4-Port Fibre Channel 4Gb/s I/O Controller Board for StorageWorks 4400 Enterprise Virtual Array
SKU: 461488-005
Price: $1,878.95
AD611A - HP StorageWorks MSL6060 Tape Library 2 x Drive/60 x Slot 24TB (Native) / 48TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel
SKU: AD611A
Price: $1,436.39
AG324B - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library 1 x Drive/48 x Slot 19.2TB (Native) / 38.4TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel
SKU: AG324B
Price: $2,349.47
BL532A - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Library 1 x Drive/48 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 72 TB (Native) / 144 TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel
SKU: BL532A
Price: $2,969.96
AG325B - HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library 2 x Drive/48 x Slot 19.2TB (Native) / 38.4TB (Compressed) Fiber Channel
SKU: AG325B
Price: $4,342.11
153748-001 - HP Dual-Port Ultra-2 SCSI Controller Module for StorageWorks Enclosure
SKU: 153748-001
Price: $71.58
489190-001 - HP StorageWorks 81Q Single Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express 2.0 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 489190-001
Price: $155.79
489193-001 - HP StorageWorks 82E Dual-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 489193-001
Price: $163.16
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.