Alternative to 5300B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 5300B (Brocade 5300B 5300 Series 5300B 80 x Ports 8Gb/s Fibre Channel 2U Rack-mountable Fibre Channel Switch. In Stock) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Brocade 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 5300B
| SKU | 5300B |
|---|---|
| Product | Brocade 5300B 5300 Series 5300B 80 x Ports 8Gb/s Fibre Channel 2U Rack-mountable Fibre Channel Switch. In Stock |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 5300B › |
Alternatives to 5300B
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.
Brocade EM-7800-0001 7800 16 x Ports + 4 x Ports 8G + 2 x FCIP Active 8G Fibre Channel SAN Extension Switch
SKU: EM-7800-0001
Price: $515.79
Brocade BR-7800-0001 7800 16 x Ports + 4 x Ports 8G + 2 x FCIP Active 8G Fibre Channel SAN Extension Switch
SKU: BR-7800-0001
Price: $1,789.47
590649-001 - HP BLC Brocade 804 8GB FCI-Express Dual Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
SKU: 590649-001
Price: $147.37
80-1005889-02 - Dell Brocade BR-815 8GB Single Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 80-1005889-02
Price: $160.54
80-1001643-03 - Brocade 825 8GB Dual Port PCI Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket
SKU: 80-1001643-03
Price: $189.47
592045-001 - HP BLC Brocade 804 8GB FCI-Express Dual Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
SKU: 592045-001
Price: $226.08
80-1001103-01 - Brocade 825 2-Port 8GB/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 80-1001103-01
Price: $809.80
HP A7340-63001 Surestore Brocade 3800 1GB/2GB Fibre Channel 16GB San Switch
SKU: A7340-63001
Price: $194.74
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.