Alternative to QW972SB: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the QW972SB (QW972SB - HP StoreFabric Sn1000q Dual Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket Card Only) 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 QW972SB
| SKU | QW972SB |
|---|---|
| Product | QW972SB - HP StoreFabric Sn1000q Dual Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket Card Only |
| Current price | $3,359.59 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View QW972SB › |
Alternatives to QW972SB
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.
C8R39-60002 - HP StoreFabric SN1100E Dual-Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket
SKU: C8R39-60002
Price: $173.68
699765-001 - HP StoreFabric SN1000Q 16GB Dual Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 699765-001
Price: $289.47
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
P9D93-63001 - HP StoreFabric SN1100Q Single Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI Express 3.0 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: P9D93-63001
Price: $96.84
QW971A - HP StoreFabric SN1000Q Single Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: QW971A
Price: $110.53
SN1100E - HP StoreFabric 2-Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: SN1100E
Price: $173.68
P9D93A - HP StoreFabric SN1100Q Single Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI Express 3.0 Host Bus Adapter
SKU: P9D93A
Price: $178.95
699764-001 - HP StoreFabric SN1000Q Single Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 699764-001
Price: $184.21
C8R38A - HP StoreFabric Sn1100e Single Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI-Express 3.0 Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket
SKU: C8R38A
Price: $187.37
QW971-63001 - HP StoreFabric Sn1000q Single Port Fibre Channel 16Gb/s PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter
SKU: QW971-63001
Price: $221.05
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.