Alternative to 81Y1656: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 81Y1656 (81Y1656 - Emulex Single-Port Fibre Channel 16GB Host Bus Adapter) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 81Y1656
| SKU | 81Y1656 |
|---|---|
| Product | 81Y1656 - Emulex Single-Port Fibre Channel 16GB Host Bus Adapter |
| Current price | $1,628.95 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 81Y1656 › |
Alternatives to 81Y1656
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.
QLE2672 - QLogic QLE2672 Dual Port Fibre Channel 16Gb Host Bus Adapter PCI Express 3.0 x4 / 2.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: QLE2672
Price: $128.42
403-BBLZ - Dell Emulex LPe31000-M6-D Single-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge R440 Rack Server
SKU: 403-BBLZ
Price: $110.53
6KJH7 - Dell Emulex LPe31000-M6-D Single-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge R440 Rack Server
SKU: 6KJH7
Price: $117.89
403-BBLS - Dell Emulex LPe31000-M6-D Single-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge T630 Server
SKU: 403-BBLS
Price: $134.74
01CV833 - IBM Emulex Single-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 01CV833
Price: $170.53
6CWM6 - Dell Emulex LPE31000 Single-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 6CWM6
Price: $173.68
3T3T7 - Dell Emulex LPE31000 Single Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge R640 R740
SKU: 3T3T7
Price: $178.95
03T3T7 - Dell Emulex LPE31000 Single Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge R640 R740
SKU: 03T3T7
Price: $671.86
00D8546 - IBM 16GB Single Port PCI Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter by Emulex
SKU: 00D8546
Price: $772.04
01CV830 - Lenovo Emulex 16GB Single Port Fibre Channel Gen6 Host Bus Adapters
SKU: 01CV830
Price: $833.68
81Y1655 - IBM Emulex 16GB Single Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 81Y1655
Price: $2,369.68
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.