Alternative to BM493A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the BM493A (BM493A - HP ProLiant Entry-level Server 2-Way x Intel Xeon E5520 Quad-core 2.26GHz DDR3 SDRAM Gigabit Ethernet Windows Server 2008 Green Compliance: Yes Rack 1U) 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 BM493A
| SKU | BM493A |
|---|---|
| Product | BM493A - HP ProLiant Entry-level Server 2-Way x Intel Xeon E5520 Quad-core 2.26GHz DDR3 SDRAM Gigabit Ethernet Windows Server 2008 Green Compliance: Yes Rack 1U |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View BM493A › |
Alternatives to BM493A
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.
576948-B21 - HP ProLiant Bl2x220c G6- 2x Xeon Quad Core E5530/2.4GHz 24GB DDR3 SDRAM 1x 250GB SATA HDD 2x Gigabit Ethernet 2-Way Blade Server
SKU: 576948-B21
Price: $354.38
435456-B21 - HP ProLiant Bl460c- 1x Intel Xeon Quad Core E5310/1.6GHz 1GB Ram 2x Gigabit Ethernet Ilo 2-Way Blade Server
SKU: 435456-B21
Price: $240.00
470064-873 - HP ProLiant DL380 G5- 1x Intel Xeon Quad Core E5430/2.66GHz 2GB Ram Combo 2x Gigabit Ethernet 2-Way 2u Rack Server
SKU: 470064-873
Price: $426.32
576947-B21 - HP ProLiant Bl2x220c G6- 2x Intel Xeon Quad Core E5540/ 2.53GHz 24GB Ram 1x 250GB HDD 2x Gigabit Ethernet 2-Way Blade Server
SKU: 576947-B21
Price: $480.13
648256-001 - HP ProLiant DL380e G8 Entry Model- 1x Xeon Quad Core E5-2403/1.8GHz, 4GB DDR3 Sdram, 4x Gigabit Ethernet, Ilo-4, 1x 460w Ps, 2u Rack Server
SKU: 648256-001
Price: $294.74
648255-001 - HP ProLiant DL380e G8 Entry Model- 1x Xeon Quad Core E5-2403/1.8GHz, 4GB DDR3 Sdram, 4x Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 460w Ps, 2u Rack Server
SKU: 648255-001
Price: $347.37
637235-001 - HP ProLiant DL160 G6- 1x Xeon Quad Core E5606/2.13 GHz 4GB DDR3 Ram 2x Gigabit Ethernet 1u Rack Entry Level Server
SKU: 637235-001
Price: $357.89
644568-S01 - HP ProLiant Bl460c G7 1x Intel Xeon 6-CoreE5649/ 2.53GHz, 12GB DDR3 Sdram, SAS/SATA 2x 10 Gigabit Ethernet 2-Way Blade Server S-Buy
SKU: 644568-S01
Price: $189.47
670657-S01 - HP ProLiant Bl460c G8 S-Buy- 2x Intel Xeon 6-Core E5-2640/2.50GHz 48GB DDR3 SDRAM 2x10 Gigabit Ethernet Ilo-4 2-Way Blade Server
SKU: 670657-S01
Price: $250.53
668357-B21 - HP ProLiant Bl420c G8- 1x Intel Xeon 6-Core E5-2430/2.2GHz 12GB DDR3 SDRAM 2x Gigabit Ethernet 2-Way Blade Server
SKU: 668357-B21
Price: $345.26
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.