Alternative to DS-4100B: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the DS-4100B (EMC DS-4100B Brocade 4100 32 x Ports Active Fibre Channel SAN Switch) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar EMC 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 DS-4100B
| SKU | DS-4100B |
|---|---|
| Product | EMC DS-4100B Brocade 4100 32 x Ports Active Fibre Channel SAN Switch |
| Current price | $226.32 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View DS-4100B › |
Alternatives to DS-4100B
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.
EMC 100-652-066 DS-5100B 40 x Ports (32 x Ports Active) 8GB Fibre Channel SAN Switch
SKU: 100-652-066
Price: $184.21
1N25R - Dell / EMC N3132PX-ON 24 x Ports 10/100/1000 (PoE) + 8 x Ports 100/1000/2.5G/5G (PoE) + 4 x Ports 10Gigabit SFP+ Layer 3 Managed Network Switch
SKU: 1N25R
Price: $757.89
XEM-000232 - EMC 4 x 14.025Gbps 4x16 GFC Fibre Channel Multi-mode Fiber 100m 850nm MTP Connector QSFP Transceiver Module
SKU: XEM-000232
Price: $88.21
118032505-A01 - EMC 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-Inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 118032505-A01
Price: $112.45
118032527-A01 - EMC 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
SKU: 118032527-A01
Price: $131.58
118032528-A01 - EMC 300GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 118032528-A01
Price: $131.58
118032371-A03 - EMC 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 118032371-A03
Price: $131.58
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.