Alternative to AM871A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AM871A (AM871A - HP StorageWorks 29434 Full Fabric 48 Active Ports Enabled 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 AM871A
| SKU | AM871A |
|---|---|
| Product | AM871A - HP StorageWorks 29434 Full Fabric 48 Active Ports Enabled San Switch |
| Current price | $1,452.63 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AM871A › |
Alternatives to AM871A
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.
HP 492296-002 StorageWorks 29434 48 x Active Ports Enabled Full Fabric SAN Switch
SKU: 492296-002
Price: $587.37
HP AM871A#ABA StorageWorks 29434 Full Fabric 48 Active Ports Enabled San Switch
SKU: AM871A-ABA
Price: $801.72
492296-001 - HP StorageWorks 29434 Full Fabric 48 Active Ports Enabled San Switch
SKU: 492296-001
Price: $2,463.16
AM871B - HP StorageWorks 29434 Full Fabric 48 Active Ports Enabled San Switch
SKU: AM871B
Price: $4,493.86
492294-001 - HP 14824 24 Full Fabric Ports Power Enabled Power Pack+ San Switch
SKU: 492294-001
Price: $861.12
601813-002 - HP StorageWorks SN6000c 48-Ports Active Fabric Managed Switch
SKU: 601813-002
Price: $3,466.11
HPE JG894-61101 HP JG894-61101 Flex Fabric 5700-48G-4XG-2QSFP+ 48 x RJ-45 Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP+ Ports + 2 x QSFP+ Ports Layer 2 Managed Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JG894-61101
Price: $247.37
C8R45B - HP Store Fabric SN6500B 16GB 96-Port/48-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch - Switch - 48 Ports - Managed - Rack-Mountable
SKU: C8R45B
Price: $1,471.58
HP 489864-001 Brocade 8/12c 8GB 12-Ports Full Fabric Switch for BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure
SKU: 489864-001
Price: $170.53
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.