Alternative to AW564A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AW564A (AW564A - HP Cisco MDS 8/24C BladeSystem c-Class Fabric 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 AW564A
| SKU | AW564A |
|---|---|
| Product | AW564A - HP Cisco MDS 8/24C BladeSystem c-Class Fabric Switch |
| Current price | $273.68 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AW564A › |
Alternatives to AW564A
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.
DS-HPE-FC-K9 - CISCO MDS 9124E 12-Port 12x 4Gb Fibre Channel + 2x SFP Rack-Mountable Fabric Switch Module for BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure
SKU: DS-HPE-FC-K9
Price: $146.38
DS-HP-FC-K9 - HP Cisco MDS 12port Fabric Switch for Bladesystem C-Class
SKU: DS-HP-FC-K9
Price: $273.91
AG642A - HP Cisco 9124E 24-Port Blade System C-Class Fabric Switch HP Cisco 9124E 24-Port Blade System C-Class Fabric Switch
SKU: AG642A
Price: $273.91
AG851A - HP Mds 9222i Multiservice Modular Fabric Switch with 0 SFP Transceiver Modular Fabric Switch
SKU: AG851A
Price: $7,466.08
440815-001 - HP 300-Watts Redundant Power Supply for MDS 9124/ MDS 9124e Fabric Switch
SKU: 440815-001
Price: $163.74
610678-001 - HP MDS 8/12C 12-Ports (8x SFP Internal and 4x SFP+ External Ports) Fabric Switch with 1x Expansion Slot for BladeSystem
SKU: 610678-001
Price: $273.68
610678-002 - HP MDS 8/12C 12-Ports (8x SFP Internal and 4x SFP+ External Ports) Fabric Switch with 1x Expansion Slot for BladeSystem
SKU: 610678-002
Price: $3,852.95
HP 489864-001 Brocade 8/12c 8GB 12-Ports Full Fabric Switch for BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure
SKU: 489864-001
Price: $170.53
489864-002 - HP Brocade 8/12c 8GB 12-Ports Full Fabric Switch for BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure
SKU: 489864-002
Price: $313.68
489864-003 - HP Brocade 8/12c 8GB 12-Ports Full Fabric Switch for BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure
SKU: 489864-003
Price: $956.63
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.