Alternative to A5278A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the A5278A (A5278A - HP Fibre Channel 60 Disk Array Controller) 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 A5278A
| SKU | A5278A |
|---|---|
| Product | A5278A - HP Fibre Channel 60 Disk Array Controller |
| Current price | $366.74 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View A5278A › |
Alternatives to A5278A
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.
BV903B - HP Modular Smart Array P2000 G3 Fibre Channel Dual Controller Hard Drive Array 24-Bay 24 X 600 GB Installed 14.40 TB Installed HDD Capacity
SKU: BV903B
Price: $16,715.66
BV917B - HP Modular Smart Array P2000 G3 SAS Dual Controller SFF Array System Hard Drive Array 24-Bay 12 X 300 GB HDD Installed 3.60 TB Installed HDD Capacity
SKU: BV917B
Price: $15,536.12
HPE R7R97A SN3600B 8-Ports 32gb Fibre Channel SFP28 16x 32gb Fibre Channel SFP28 Ports Fibre Channel Network Switch. In Stock
SKU: R7R97A
Price: $10,928.42
HP R4G55B SN3600B 8xPorts 32Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ + 16xPorts 32Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ Ports On Demand Layer2 Managed 1U Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: R4G55B
Price: $16,132.42
283198-B23 - HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array 5000 2C6D-C Fibre Channel Hard Drive Array 60Hz 42U 84-bays (Graphite)
SKU: 283198-B23
Price: $5,368.07
238633-B21 - HP Smart Array 5312 Dual Channel Ultra 160 128MB ECC Up to 160Mb/s Per Channel 2 x Ultra-160 SCSI RAID Controller
SKU: 238633-B21
Price: $184.21
AB429-60001 - HP Storageworks FC1143 Single Channel 4GB PCI-X 2.0 Fibre Channel Controller Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AB429-60001
Price: $263.16
HITX5529301-A - HP 600GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive for XP24000 Disk Array
SKU: HITX5529301-A
Price: $602.78
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.