Alternative to R8N86A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the R8N86A (R8N86A - Aruba 6000 48-Ports 10/100/1000Base-T with 4x SFP Ethernet Switch) 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 R8N86A
| SKU | R8N86A |
|---|---|
| Product | R8N86A - Aruba 6000 48-Ports 10/100/1000Base-T with 4x SFP Ethernet Switch |
| Current price | $984.21 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View R8N86A › |
Alternatives to R8N86A
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 R8N86-61001 Aruba 6000 48G 48-Ports 1000Base-T 4-Ports 1GbE SFP 1U Rack-mountable Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: R8N86-61001
Price: $842.11
HPE R8N86A#ABA Aruba 6000 48G 48-Ports 1000Base-T 4-Ports 1GbE SFP 1U Rack-mountable Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: R8N86A#ABA
Price: $984.21
HPE R8N85-61101 Aruba 6000 48-Ports PoE+ 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 GbE 4-Ports 1000Base-X SFP Managed 1U Rack-mountable Network Switch
SKU: R8N85-61101
Price: $1,686.32
R8N85A - Aruba 6000 48-Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Class 4 PoE with 4x SFP Ethernet Switch
SKU: R8N85A
Price: $1,205.26
HP R8N85A#ABA Aruba 6000 48G PoE 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP Layer-3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: R8N85A-ABA
Price: $2,988.63
HPE JL808-61101 Aruba Instant ON 1960-48G-2XGT-2SFP+ 48-Ports 10/100/1000Base-T 2-Ports 10GbE SFP+ 2-Ports 10GBase-T Layer3 Managed Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JL808-61101
Price: $1,073.68
HPE JL808-61001 Aruba Instant ON 1960-48G-2XGT-2SFP+ 48-Ports 10/100/1000Base-T 2-Ports 10GbE SFP+ 2-Ports 10GBase-T Layer 2 Managed Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JL808-61001
Price: $1,073.68
HPE JL809-61001 Aruba Instant On 1960 48-Ports 10/100/1000Base-T PoE (CL4 and CL6) 2-Ports 10GbE SFP+ 2-Ports 10GBase-T Layer 2 Managed Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: JL809-61001
Price: $1,955.79
0P489K - Dell PowerConnect 3524P 24 x Ports 10/100Base-T PoE + 2 x Ports Shared SFP + 2 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Fast Ethernet Manageable Stackable Ethernet Switch
SKU: 0P489K
Price: $480.21
P489K - Dell PowerConnect 3524P 24 x Ports 10/100Base-T PoE + 2 x Ports Shared SFP + 2 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Fast Ethernet Manageable Stackable Ethernet Switch
SKU: P489K
Price: $480.21
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.