Replacement for AK857C: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the AK857C (AK857C - HP StorageWorks 16-Ports DCX San BacKBone Managed 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 AK857C
| SKU | AK857C |
|---|---|
| Product | AK857C - HP StorageWorks 16-Ports DCX San BacKBone Managed Switch |
| Current price | $1,005.26 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AK857C › |
Drop-in replacements for AK857C
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.
AK857-63004 - HP StorageWorks 16-Ports DCX San BacKBone Managed Switch
SKU: AK857-63004
Price: $1,005.26
AM868C - HP StorageWorks 8/24 8Gb/s 16 Active Ports Fibre Channel Managed SAN Switch
SKU: AM868C
Price: $6,384.00
411847-001 - HP StorageWorks 11780 32-Ports / 16-Ports Avtive Base San Switch
SKU: 411847-001
Price: $294.74
492291-002 - HP Storageworks 8/8 16-Ports Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN Switch
SKU: 492291-002
Price: $376.84
492291-001 - HP Storageworks 8/8 16-Ports Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN Switch
SKU: 492291-001
Price: $397.89
A7537A - HP StorageWorks 11780 32-Ports / 16-Ports Avtive Base San Switch
SKU: A7537A
Price: $1,289.47
C8S46B - HP Brocade 16GB/28 San Switch for Blade System C-Class Switch 28 Ports - Managed
SKU: C8S46B
Price: $5,500.00
AD504A - HP StorageWorks 16-Ports SAN Director 2GB/s Fibre Channel Switch Blade Expansion Module
SKU: AD504A
Price: $184.21
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.