Alternative to A7989A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the A7989A (A7989A - HP StorageWorks 4/256 San Director Fiber Channel Power Pack Switch) 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 A7989A
| SKU | A7989A |
|---|---|
| Product | A7989A - HP StorageWorks 4/256 San Director Fiber Channel Power Pack Switch |
| Current price | $1,246.74 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View A7989A › |
Alternatives to A7989A
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.
438871-001 - HP StorageWorks 4/256 48-Port 4Gb/s Fiber Channel SAN Director Switch
SKU: 438871-001
Price: $463.16
311244-001 - HP 1000-Watts Power Supply for StorageWorks 2/32 2 /128 4/256 SAN Director Switch
SKU: 311244-001
Price: $160.00
411856-001 - HP 16-Port Blade Card for StorageWorks 4/256 SAN Director Switch
SKU: 411856-001
Price: $357.89
AD504A - HP StorageWorks 16-Ports SAN Director 2GB/s Fibre Channel Switch Blade Expansion Module
SKU: AD504A
Price: $184.21
AD504-63001 - HP StorageWorks SAN Director 2/128 16-Ports SFP Fibre Channel Switch Module
SKU: AD504-63001
Price: $205.26
481548-001 - HP StorageWorks 48-Ports DC 8GB Fibre Channel Blade Option SAN Director Switch
SKU: 481548-001
Price: $254.74
286809-B21 - HP StorageWorks SAN Director 2/64 64-Port 2Gb/s Fibre Channel Switch for ProLiant DL380 G4 Server
SKU: 286809-B21
Price: $2,873.68
AK861B - HP StorageWorks 6 Ports 4 GB/s DC SAN Director Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: AK861B
Price: $4,049.68
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.