Alternative to QLE8042: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the QLE8042 (QLE8042 - QLogic 10GB Dual Port PCI Express FCOE CNA) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 QLE8042
| SKU | QLE8042 |
|---|---|
| Product | QLE8042 - QLogic 10GB Dual Port PCI Express FCOE CNA |
| Current price | $712.64 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View QLE8042 › |
Alternatives to QLE8042
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.
BR-1020-1010 - QLogic Brocade 10GB PCI-Express X8 FCOE CNA PERP Dual Port NO TransceiverS Installed
SKU: BR-1020-1010
Price: $934.46
QLE8142-SR - QLogic 10Gb FCoE Enhanced Ethernet PCIe CNA Qlogic Low Profile
SKU: QLE8142-SR
Price: $853.54
00Y5618 - Lenovo 10Gb Virtual Fabric Advanced CNA by QLogic for IBM BladeCenter (iSCSI and FCoE)
SKU: 00Y5618
Price: $385.14
375-3682 - Sun 10-Gigabit Ethernet PCI-Express x8 Dual Port SFP+ Fibre Channel FCoE CNA Direct Attach Optical Converged Network Adapter
SKU: 375-3682
Price: $1,432.42
SG-XPCIEFCOE2-Q-SR - Sun 10-Gigabit Ethernet PCI-Express x8 Dual Port SFP+ Fibre Channel FCoE CNA SR Optical Converged Network Adapter
SKU: SG-XPCIEFCOE2-Q-SR
Price: $3,351.16
QR487A - HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 Dual Port 10GB ISCSI / FCOE Converged Network Adapter (CNA)
SKU: QR487A
Price: $271.58
683237-001 - HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 Dual Port 10GB ISCSI / FCOE Converged Network Adapter (CNA)
SKU: 683237-001
Price: $294.74
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.