Alternative to AK344AH: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AK344AH (HP AK344AH StorageWorks 81Q 1-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express 2.0 x8 Short Wave Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket. In Stock) 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 AK344AH
| SKU | AK344AH |
|---|---|
| Product | HP AK344AH StorageWorks 81Q 1-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express 2.0 x8 Short Wave Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket. In Stock |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AK344AH › |
Alternatives to AK344AH
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.
AJ763 - HP StorageWorks Dual Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s 82E PCI-Express Short Wave Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ763
Price: $66.97
AJ763-63003 - HP StorageWorks 82E Dual-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ763-63003
Price: $113.68
AJ762 - HP StorageWorks 81E Single Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI-Express Short Wave Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ762
Price: $113.68
AJ763SB - HP StorageWorks 82E Dual-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ763SB
Price: $113.68
AK344-63001 - HP StorageWorks 81Q Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AK344-63001
Price: $113.68
AH402A - HP StorageWorks 81E Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AH402A
Price: $113.68
AP769 - HP StorageWorks 81B Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AP769
Price: $127.53
AJ762SB - HP StorageWorks 81E Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ762SB
Price: $131.58
AJ762B - HP StorageWorks 81E Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ762B
Price: $138.95
AJ762-63003 - HP StorageWorks 81E Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AJ762-63003
Price: $145.26
584776-001 - HP StorageWorks 81Q Single-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Short Wave PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 584776-001
Price: $147.37
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.