Alternative to 729638-001: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 729638-001 (729638-001 - HP Smart Array P731m 6GB PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Mezzanine SAS RAID Controller Card Only) 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 729638-001
| SKU | 729638-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 729638-001 - HP Smart Array P731m 6GB PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Mezzanine SAS RAID Controller Card Only |
| Current price | $184.21 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 729638-001 › |
Alternatives to 729638-001
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.
AP846B - HP Modular Smart Array P2000 G3 Fc Dual Controller Sff Modular Smart Array System Hard Drive Array 24-Bay 0
SKU: AP846B
Price: $1,450.53
484301-001 - HP Smart Array P712M/Zero Memory PCI-Express x8 Dual Port 6GB/s Mezzanine SAS RAID Controller Card
SKU: 484301-001
Price: $71.58
531456-001 - HP Smart Array P712M/Zero Memory PCI-Express x8 Dual Port 6GB/s Mezzanine SAS RAID Controller Card
SKU: 531456-001
Price: $184.21
484299-B21 - HP Smart Array P712M/Zero Memory PCI-Express x8 Dual Port 6GB/s Mezzanine SAS RAID Controller Card
SKU: 484299-B21
Price: $184.21
655636-B21 - HP Smart Array P721m 6GB/s 4-Ports Ext PCI-Express Mezzanine SAS Controller with 512MB Cache
SKU: 655636-B21
Price: $212.63
804381-B21 - HP Smart Array P408e-m Dual-Port SAS 12Gb/s / SATA 6Gb/s 2GB Cache PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Mezzanine Controller Card
SKU: 804381-B21
Price: $752.24
698535-B21 - HP Smart Array P731m 2GB Fbwc 6GB PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Mezzanine SAS RAID Controller
SKU: 698535-B21
Price: $1,344.00
775413-001 - HP Smart Array P440ar Dual Port PCI-Express 3 x8 12GB/s SAS Mezzanine Storage Controller Card with 2GB Flash Back Write Cache
SKU: 775413-001
Price: $47.37
726738-001 - HP Smart Array P440ar Dual Port PCI-Express 3 x8 12GB/s SAS Mezzanine Storage Controller Card with 2GB Flash Back Write Cache
SKU: 726738-001
Price: $47.37
749796-001 - HP Smart Array P440ar Dual Port PCI-Express 3 x8 12GB/s SAS Mezzanine Storage Controller Card with 2GB Flash Back Write Cache
SKU: 749796-001
Price: $68.42
013548-001 - HP Smart Array P420I 8GB/s PCI-Express x 3.0 RAID Mezzanine Controller Board
SKU: 013548-001
Price: $202.11
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.