Alternative to C8R42B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C8R42B (C8R42B - HP Storefabric SN6500B 16GB 96/96 Power Pack+ FC 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 C8R42B
| SKU | C8R42B |
|---|---|
| Product | C8R42B - HP Storefabric SN6500B 16GB 96/96 Power Pack+ FC Switch |
| Current price | $12,342.11 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C8R42B › |
Alternatives to C8R42B
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.
720966-001 - HPE StoreFabric SN6500B 96 x Ports + 48 x Ports 16Gb/s Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel SFP+ Rack-Mountable 2U Managed Network Switch
SKU: 720966-001
Price: $6,242.11
720967-001 - HP StoreFabric SN6500b 16GB 96-Port / 48-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: 720967-001
Price: $2,963.16
HPE SN6500B StoreFabric SN6500B 96 x Ports (96 Ports Active) 16Gb/s SFP+ Managed 2U rack-Mountable Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: SN6500B
Price: $3,844.21
C8R45A - HP StoreFabric SN6500b 16GB 96-Port / 48-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: C8R45A
Price: $8,594.74
HP C8R45A#ABA StoreFabric SN6500b 16GB 96-Port / 48-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: C8R45A-ABA
Price: $15,668.21
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
J8696AX - HP ProCurve 620 External Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply (EPS/RPS) for 2900, 3500yl, 6200yl ProCurve Switch
SKU: J8696AX
Price: $184.21
HP J8696A#ABB ProCurve 620 External Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply (EPS/RPS) for 2900, 3500yl, 6200yl ProCurve Switch
SKU: J8696A-ABB
Price: $514.32
J4900-69601 - HP ProCurve Switch 2626 24 x Ports 10/100Base-TX + 2 x SFP Layer-3 Managed Fast Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: J4900-69601
Price: $189.47
J4097-69601 - HP ProCurve Switch 408 8-Ports 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet Unmanged Switch
SKU: J4097-69601
Price: $331.58
408964-001 - HP Server Console Switch with Virtual Media 2x16 KVM Switch 16 Ports Ps/2 Cascadable
SKU: 408964-001
Price: $473.68
RM1-7896-000 - HP Power Switch Assembly for LaserJet Pro M1130 / M1212 / M1217 Series
SKU: RM1-7896-000
Price: $86.16
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.