Alternative to AA978A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AA978A (AA978A - HP StorageWorks SAN 2/16V Fibre Channel + 16 x SFP Rack-Mountable 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 AA978A
| SKU | AA978A |
|---|---|
| Product | AA978A - HP StorageWorks SAN 2/16V Fibre Channel + 16 x SFP Rack-Mountable Switch |
| Current price | $275.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AA978A › |
Alternatives to AA978A
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.
HPE H6Y12A 16Gb Fibre Channel 28-Ports(16x 16Gb Fibre Channel (internal) 12x 16Gb Fibre Channel) Managed Embedded SAN switch module for HPE BladeSystem c-Class, optimized for CS 900 SAP HANA Storage N
SKU: H6Y12A
Price: $378.95
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
AD504-63001 - HP StorageWorks SAN Director 2/128 16-Ports SFP Fibre Channel Switch Module
SKU: AD504-63001
Price: $205.26
AA977A - HP StorageWorks 2GB Fibre Channel + 16 x SFP 1U Rackmountable SAN Switch
SKU: AA977A
Price: $402.11
A7985A - HP StorageWorks 43571 4GB Fibre Channel + 16 x SFP 1U Rackmountable SAN Switch
SKU: A7985A
Price: $563.16
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
257546-001 - HP Power Supply for StorageWorks Fibre Channel SAN Switch 2/16-EL
SKU: 257546-001
Price: $170.53
AD504A - HP StorageWorks 16-Ports SAN Director 2GB/s Fibre Channel Switch Blade Expansion Module
SKU: AD504A
Price: $184.21
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.