This HP AK344 delivers Fiber Channel Controller functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include capacity of 8 GB, interface of Fibre Channel, data rate of 8 Gb/s. Workload fit covers VMware NSX overlay networking, Kubernetes pod-to-pod east-west bandwidth, Storage Replica replication, and high-throughput backup network paths between ToR switches and backup targets. Pro Disk Network sources the AK344 through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The AK344 is a HP fiber channel controller component with capacity 8 GB, interface Fibre Channel, data rate 8 Gb/s. Pro Disk Network sells the AK344 for $97.14 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
The AK344 is a HP fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the AK344 ship?
AK344 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The AK344 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Production Deployment — Drop-in part for production enterprise infrastructure. Pre-tested and inspected before shipment.
Replacement / Spare — Hot-spare or RMA replacement keeping installed base running while OEM warranty is processed.
Lab / Dev / Test — Identical part for non-production validation environments. Cost-effective using refurbished tier.
Capacity Expansion — Adding capacity to an existing deployment without disturbing the production baseline.
What is the AK344?
The AK344 is a HP enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 8 GB and interface Fibre Channel, manufactured by HP. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of AK344
Pros
Free 30-day return window covers DOA + fit issues
Cons
Not enterprise NVMe — sub-100 µs latency workloads need a different SKU
Bulk capacity is the value play, not raw IOPS
Larger orders may ship via LTL freight (signature required)
Frequently Asked Questions about AK344
Is the AK344 a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every AK344 as factory-original HP inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned HP servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the AK344 fit my system?
The AK344 is a HP fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the AK344 ship?
AK344 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the AK344?
New AK344 units carry the full HP manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the AK344?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.