Alternative to 720970-002: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 720970-002 (720970-002 - HP Store Fabric 8/16GB SAN Director Enhanced Multi-Protocol Extension Blade V2) 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 720970-002
| SKU | 720970-002 |
|---|---|
| Product | 720970-002 - HP Store Fabric 8/16GB SAN Director Enhanced Multi-Protocol Extension Blade V2 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 720970-002 › |
Alternatives to 720970-002
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.
E7Y73C - HP Store Fabric Sn4000b Power Pack+ San Extension Switch -Switch 42 Ports - Managed - Rack-Mountable
SKU: E7Y73C
Price: $12,342.11
C8R45B - HP Store Fabric SN6500B 16GB 96-Port/48-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch - Switch - 48 Ports - Managed - Rack-Mountable
SKU: C8R45B
Price: $1,471.58
481552-002 - HP Power Supply for StoreFabric SN8000B SAN Director Switch
SKU: 481552-002
Price: $170.53
481546-002 - HP DC San Director Switch 16-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Blade Option
SKU: 481546-002
Price: $1,415.79
658061-002 - HP CR16-8 Core Switching Blade V2 for StoreFabric SAN Director Switch
SKU: 658061-002
Price: $3,278.95
781169-001 - HP 300-Watt AC Power Supply for AC Power Supply for Store Fabric SN6500C Multi-Service Switch
SKU: 781169-001
Price: $691.37
HP BP834A InfiniBand 9040 48 x Ports 10Gb/s Managed Rack-mountable Fabric Director Switch
SKU: BP834A
Price: $3,510.53
492292-002 - HP StorageWorks 43701 8/24 24-Ports Fabric Port 1U Rackmoutable Enabled SAN Switch
SKU: 492292-002
Price: $349.47
492291-002 - HP Storageworks 8/8 16-Ports Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN Switch
SKU: 492291-002
Price: $376.84
HP 492296-002 StorageWorks 29434 48 x Active Ports Enabled Full Fabric SAN Switch
SKU: 492296-002
Price: $587.37
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.