Alternative to NC542M: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the NC542M (NC542M - HP PCI-Express 2-Port Flex-10 10GBe Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem) 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 NC542M
| SKU | NC542M |
|---|---|
| Product | NC542M - HP PCI-Express 2-Port Flex-10 10GBe Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem |
| Current price | $291.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View NC542M › |
Alternatives to NC542M
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.
HP 467799-B21 NC532M Flex-10 2 x Ports 10GbE PCI-Express Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for HP ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 467799-B21
Price: $170.53
HP 539933-001 NC542M Flex-10 2 x Ports 10GbE PCI-Express Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 539933-001
Price: $173.68
631882-001 - HP PCI Express x8 Flex-10 10GB 2-Port 530M Mezzanine Network Adapter
SKU: 631882-001
Price: $242.11
657131-001 - HP PCI Express x8 Flex-10 10GB 2-Port 530M Mezzanine Network Adapter
SKU: 657131-001
Price: $247.37
586445-001 - HP NC550M PCI-Express x8 2-Port Flex-10 10GbE Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for HP ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 586445-001
Price: $163.16
581204-B21 - HP NC550M PCI-Express x8 2-Port Flex-10 10GbE Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for HP ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 581204-B21
Price: $163.16
581202-001 - HP NC550M PCI-Express x8 2-Port Flex-10 10GbE Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for HP ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 581202-001
Price: $571.68
613431-B21 - HP NC553M PCI-Express Dual Port FlexFabric 10GBe Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 613431-B21
Price: $89.47
613433-001 - HP NC553M PCI-Express 2-Port FlexFabric 10GBe Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 613433-001
Price: $89.47
617727-001 - HP NC553M PCI-Express 2-Port FlexFabric 10GBe Mezzanine Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter for ProLiant c-Class BladeSystem
SKU: 617727-001
Price: $89.47
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.