Alternative to AE496A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AE496A (AE496A - HP StorageWorks 4/64 32-Port 4Gb/s SAN Switch Power Pack) 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 AE496A
| SKU | AE496A |
|---|---|
| Product | AE496A - HP StorageWorks 4/64 32-Port 4Gb/s SAN Switch Power Pack |
| Current price | $450.53 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AE496A › |
Alternatives to AE496A
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.
321835B21 - HP StorageWorks FCA2214DC Dual Port Fibre Channel 2Gb/s PCI-X 64-Bit 133MHz Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 321835B21
Price: $103.62
323264-B21 - HP StorageWorks FCA2404DC 2GB 64-Bit 133-MHz Dual-Port PCI-x Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 323264-B21
Price: $110.53
580647-001 - HP Ip Console G2 Switch with Virtual Media and Cac 4x1ex32 KVM Switch USB 32 X Kvm-Port (s) 1 Local User 4 Ip User Desktop
SKU: 580647-001
Price: $602.11
SP564-1A - HP 320-Watts Power Supply for StorageWorks Multiprotocol Router AP7420
SKU: SP564-1A
Price: $663.16
SP5641A - HP 320-Watts Power Supply for StorageWorks Multiprotocol Router AP7420
SKU: SP5641A
Price: $663.16
332541-002 - HP StorageWorks Single-Channel PCI-X 64-Bit 133MHz Ultra-320 SCSI Controller Card
SKU: 332541-002
Price: $73.68
C9264CB - HP SureStore StorageWorks 320GB/640GB 1/8 DLT SCSI Low Voltage Differential VS80 External Tape Drive Autoloader
SKU: C9264CB
Price: $317.89
261329-B21 - HP StorageWorks FCA2354 Fiber Channel 2Gb/s 64-Bit Host Bus Adapter for Tru64 UNIX / OpenVMS
SKU: 261329-B21
Price: $438.16
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
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.