Alternative to E7X98A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the E7X98A (E7X98A - HP StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb Fibre Channel 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 E7X98A
| SKU | E7X98A |
|---|---|
| Product | E7X98A - HP StoreFabric SN6500B 16Gb Fibre Channel Switch |
| Current price | $7,533.47 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View E7X98A › |
Alternatives to E7X98A
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.
HPE H6Y12A 16Gb Fibre Channel 28-Ports(16x 16Gb Fibre Channel (internal) 12x 16Gb Fibre Channel) Managed Embedded SAN switch module for HPE BladeSystem c-Class, optimized for CS 900 SAP HANA Storage N
SKU: H6Y12A
Price: $378.95
HPE E7Y69C StoreFabric SN8000B 48 x SFP Ports 16GB Fibre Channel Blade Switch
SKU: E7Y69C
Price: $721.05
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
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
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
HPE R7R97A SN3600B 8-Ports 32gb Fibre Channel SFP28 16x 32gb Fibre Channel SFP28 Ports Fibre Channel Network Switch. In Stock
SKU: R7R97A
Price: $10,928.42
HP R4G55B SN3600B 8xPorts 32Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ + 16xPorts 32Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ Ports On Demand Layer2 Managed 1U Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: R4G55B
Price: $16,132.42
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.