Alternative to C8R44B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the C8R44B (C8R44B - HP Storefabric SN6500B 16GB 96-Port/48-Port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch-Switch 48 Ports-Managed-Rack-Mountable) 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 C8R44B
| SKU | C8R44B |
|---|---|
| Product | C8R44B - HP Storefabric SN6500B 16GB 96-Port/48-Port Active Power Pack+ Fibre Channel Switch-Switch 48 Ports-Managed-Rack-Mountable |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View C8R44B › |
Alternatives to C8R44B
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.
720967-001 - HP StoreFabric SN6500b 16GB 96-Port / 48-Port Active Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: 720967-001
Price: $2,963.16
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
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
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
648964-001 - HP 135-Watts Power Supply with Active Power Factor Correction for Enterprise 8200E Elite Ultra Slim Desktop PC
SKU: 648964-001
Price: $149.47
HP 492296-002 StorageWorks 29434 48 x Active Ports Enabled Full Fabric SAN Switch
SKU: 492296-002
Price: $587.37
492296-001 - HP StorageWorks 29434 Full Fabric 48 Active Ports Enabled San Switch
SKU: 492296-001
Price: $2,463.16
453907-001 - HP 800GB/1.60TB StorageWorks MSL 2024/4048/8096 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 453907-001
Price: $557.89
AJ042B - HP 800GB/1.60TB StorageWorks MSL 2024/4048/8096 LTO-4 Ultrium 1840 Fibre Channel Internal Tape Drive
SKU: AJ042B
Price: $608.42
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.