Alternative to AD525B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AD525B (AD525B - HP StorageWorks EVA4000 / 6000 6 Port 2GB Cache Fibre Channel 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 AD525B
| SKU | AD525B |
|---|---|
| Product | AD525B - HP StorageWorks EVA4000 / 6000 6 Port 2GB Cache Fibre Channel Controller |
| Current price | $1,178.95 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AD525B › |
Alternatives to AD525B
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.
AJ954A - HP StorageWorks 2000fc Hard Drive Array Fibre Channel Controller RAID Supported 12 x Total Bays Network (RJ-45) Fibre Channel 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: AJ954A
Price: $1,969.05
A7564A - HP StorageWorks MSA 1500 Hard Drive Array Fibre Channel Controller RAID Supported 14 x Total Bays Fibre Channel 2U Rack-mountable
SKU: A7564A
Price: $8,007.61
AB379-60001 - HP StorageWorks Dual Port Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Fibre Channel 64-Bit 266MHz Multi-Mode PCI-X Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AB379-60001
Price: $96.84
DS-A5132-AA - HP StorageWorks FCA2684 2GB/s Single Channel PCI-X 64-Bit 133MHz Fibre Channel Controller Host Bus Adapter
SKU: DS-A5132-AA
Price: $537.39
283384-001 - HP StorageWorks FCA2214 2GB Single Port 64-Bit 133MHz PCI-X Fibre Channel Controller Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 283384-001
Price: $71.58
AB466A - HP StorageWorks 2GB/s Dual Port PCI-X 64-Bit Fibre Channel Controller Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AB466A
Price: $195.63
DS-A5134-AA - HP StorageWorks FCA2684 2GB/s Dual Port PCI-X 64-Bit 133MHz Fibre Channel Controller Host Bus Adapter
SKU: DS-A5134-AA
Price: $943.37
286763-B21 - HP StorageWorks Optional Embedded Fibre Channel 3-Port HUB for StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1000
SKU: 286763-B21
Price: $205.26
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
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
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.