Replacement for AK242-63001: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the AK242-63001 (AK242-63001 - HP StorageWorks 8/20Q Fiber Channel Switch)? Pro Disk Network ships HP drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the AK242-63001
| SKU | AK242-63001 |
|---|---|
| Product | AK242-63001 - HP StorageWorks 8/20Q Fiber Channel Switch |
| Current price | $651.38 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AK242-63001 › |
Drop-in replacements for AK242-63001
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.
401933-001 - HP Power Supply For StorageWorks Fiber Channel Storage Switch 8 or StorageWorks Fiber Channel Storage Switch 16
SKU: 401933-001
Price: $189.47
AP770-63001 - HP StorageWorks 82B 8GB PCI-Express Dual Port Fiber Channel (Short Wave) Host Bus Adapter
SKU: AP770-63001
Price: $673.51
AD504-63001 - HP StorageWorks SAN Director 2/128 16-Ports SFP Fibre Channel Switch Module
SKU: AD504-63001
Price: $205.26
AM866-63001 - HP Storageworks 43685 8GB Base 0 E-Port Fibre Channel Stackable San Switch
SKU: AM866-63001
Price: $565.32
AW575-63001 - HP StorageWorks SN6000 24-Ports 8GB/s Fibre Channel Switch
SKU: AW575-63001
Price: $2,263.58
AE385A - HP 48-Port 4Gb Fibre Channel Module 48 x Fiber Channel Fibre Channel Switch Module
SKU: AE385A
Price: $121.05
A7523-60001 - HP StorageWorks Q200 2GB Single Channel PCI-X Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter
SKU: A7523-60001
Price: $96.84
263895-005 - HP 30m LC-LC Multi-Mode Fiber Channel Cable for StorageWorks 8/80 SAN Switch
SKU: 263895-005
Price: $184.21
492290-001 - HP StorageWorks 43685 8/8 Base SFP+ E-Port Fiber Channel Rack-mountable 1U Enabled San Switch
SKU: 492290-001
Price: $212.63
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.