Alternative to AM868C: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AM868C (AM868C - HP StorageWorks 8/24 8Gb/s 16 Active Ports Fibre Channel Managed SAN 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 AM868C
| SKU | AM868C |
|---|---|
| Product | AM868C - HP StorageWorks 8/24 8Gb/s 16 Active Ports Fibre Channel Managed SAN Switch |
| Current price | $6,384.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AM868C › |
Alternatives to AM868C
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.
571956-B21 - HPE 24 x Ports + 16 x 10GbE (backplane) + 4 x Ports 10GbE 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SFP+ + 4 x Ports 10GbE SFP+ Virtual Connect Flexfabric Module Switch
SKU: 571956-B21
Price: $145.26
HP AK242A#ABA StorageWorks 8/20Q 16-Ports Active Fiber Channel Rackmountable Switch
SKU: AK242A-ABA
Price: $2,316.63
AK242A - HP StorageWorks 8/20Q 16-Ports Active Fiber Channel Rackmountable Switch
SKU: AK242A
Price: $2,316.63
601687-001 - HP StorageWorks SN6000 24-Ports Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Single Power Network Switch
SKU: 601687-001
Price: $3,900.00
HP QW938A#ABA SN3000B 16Gb/s 24 x SFP+ Ports Active 1U Rack-mountable Fibre Channel Network Switch
SKU: QW938A#ABA
Price: $608.42
QW938B - HP SN3000B 16GB 24-Port/24-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch - Switch 24-Ports - Rack-Mountable Call.
SKU: QW938B
Price: $2,023.16
QW938SB - HP SN3000B 16GB 24-Port/24-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch - Switch 24-Ports Rack-Mountable Call.
SKU: QW938SB
Price: $2,023.16
601688-001 - HP StorageWorks SN6000 24-Ports 8GB/s Stackable Fiber Channel Switch
SKU: 601688-001
Price: $1,131.58
QW938A - HP SN3000B 24 x Ports Active Fiber Channel 16Gb/s Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: QW938A
Price: $608.42
QK754B - HP SN6000b 16GB 48-Port / 24-Port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: QK754B
Price: $2,524.21
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.