Alternative to 44E5696: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 44E5696 (44E5696 - IBM / Cisco 20-Port 4GB Fiber Channel Switch Module) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Cisco 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 44E5696
| SKU | 44E5696 |
|---|---|
| Product | 44E5696 - IBM / Cisco 20-Port 4GB Fiber Channel Switch Module |
| Current price | $343.89 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 44E5696 › |
Alternatives to 44E5696
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.
39Y9278 - IBM CISCO SystemS 20 -Port Fibre Channel Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter
SKU: 39Y9278
Price: $220.05
N20-AQ0002 - Cisco 10GB Dual-Port Fiber Channel Converged Network Adapter
SKU: N20-AQ0002
Price: $344.33
74-12084-01 - Cisco SANBlade 2-Port 16GB Fiber Channel PCI Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 74-12084-01
Price: $1,768.25
N5K-C5010P-BF-RF - Cisco Nexus 5010 20-Port 20 x SPF+ 10GBase-T + 6 x 8Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ Layer 2 Managed 1U Desktop Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: N5K-C5010P-BF-RF
Price: $2,337.89
DS-SFP-FC32G-SW - Cisco Multi-mode 32Gbps Fibre Channel Fiber 20m 850nm Duplex LC Connector SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: DS-SFP-FC32G-SW
Price: $324.71
10-3206-01 - Cisco Multi-mode 32Gbps Fibre Channel Fiber 20m 850nm Duplex LC Connector SFP+ Transceiver Module
SKU: 10-3206-01
Price: $446.57
CWDM-SFP-1550-120KM - Cisco 1Gbps 1000Base-CWDM Fibre Channel Single-mode Fiber 120km 1550nm Duplex LC Connector SFP Transceiver Module
SKU: CWDM-SFP-1550-120KM
Price: $598.36
10-2520-01 - Cisco 4Gbps 4GBase-DWDM Fibre Channel Single-mode Fiber 80km 1546.12nm LC Connector SFP Transceiver Module
SKU: 10-2520-01
Price: $4,234.61
46C9237 - IBM Cisco Nexus 4001I 10Gb/s 20 x Ports Gigabit Ethernet Fibre Channel Switch Module for BladeCenter
SKU: 46C9237
Price: $758.18
AW562A - HP / Cisco 6-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Module for Nexus 5010 / 5020
SKU: AW562A
Price: $1,025.68
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.