Alternative to SC08E: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the SC08E (SC08E - HP 8-Port 6GB/s PCI-Express X8 SAS Low Profile Host Bus Adapter) 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 SC08E
| SKU | SC08E |
|---|---|
| Product | SC08E - HP 8-Port 6GB/s PCI-Express X8 SAS Low Profile Host Bus Adapter |
| Current price | $442.11 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View SC08E › |
Alternatives to SC08E
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.
615242-001 - HP 6GB/s 8-Port PCI-Express X8 SAS Low Profile Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 615242-001
Price: $178.95
L3-00120-05B - HP 8-Port PCI-Express X8 SAS Host Bus Adapter with Low Profile
SKU: L3-00120-05B
Price: $82.16
283384-002 - HP StorageWorks 2-Port 2GB/s Fibre Channel PCI-Express-x Low Profile Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 283384-002
Price: $138.95
584000-001 - HP QLogic 4x Qdr Infiniband Dual Port PCI-Express 2.0 X8 G2 Host Channel Adapter with Low Profile Bracket
SKU: 584000-001
Price: $294.74
AK344SB - HP 81q Single Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter with Low Profile Bracket
SKU: AK344SB
Price: $651.38
HPE 445688-001 QLE220 1 x Port Fibre Channel 4Gb/s PCI Express x4 High-profile Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 445688-001
Price: $221.05
012760-001 - HP Smart Array P400 8-Port Low Profile PCI-Express SAS RAID Controller
SKU: 012760-001
Price: $71.58
012472-000 - HP Smart Array P400 8-Port Low Profile PCI-Express SAS RAID Controller
SKU: 012472-000
Price: $182.37
SAS3801E - HP LSI Logic 3801e 3GB/s 8-Port PCI-Express x 8 Low Profile SAS Controller Card
SKU: SAS3801E
Price: $282.20
729636-001 - HP Smart Array P431/zm 6GB/sec PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Low Profile SAS Controller Card Only
SKU: 729636-001
Price: $317.89
636705-001 - HP LSI 9212-4I 4-Port PCI Express x8 SAS 6Gb/s RAID Host Bus Adapter
SKU: 636705-001
Price: $128.42
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.