Alternative to 686166-001: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 686166-001 (686166-001 - HP 2012 230-Watt Advance Docking Station) 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 686166-001
| SKU | 686166-001 |
|---|---|
| Product | 686166-001 - HP 2012 230-Watt Advance Docking Station |
| Current price | $175.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 686166-001 › |
Alternatives to 686166-001
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.
688166-001 - HP 2012 120w/230w Docking Station (ac Adapter Sold Separately) for Elitebook 2170p Laptop Pc
SKU: 688166-001
Price: $140.00
A7E36AA - HP 2012 120W Advanced Docking Station for Notebook Proprietary Interface 6 x USB Ports Network (RJ-45) DVI VGA DisplayPort
SKU: A7E36AA
Price: $108.18
A7E38AA - HP 2012 230W Advanced Docking Station for Notebook Proprietary Interface 6 x USB Ports Network (RJ-45) DVI VGA DisplayPort
SKU: A7E38AA
Price: $135.92
HP A7E36AA#ABA 2012 120w/230w Docking Station (ac Adapter Sold Separately) for Elitebook 2170p Laptop Pc
SKU: A7E36AA-ABA
Price: $189.47
A7E32AA - HP 2012 90W Docking Station for Notebook Proprietary Interface 4 x USB Ports Network (RJ-45) DVI VGA DisplayPort
SKU: A7E32AA
Price: $478.95
575324-001 - HP 230-Watts Basic Docking Station for ProBook B-Series Elitebook Notebook PC (AC Adapter Sold Separately)
SKU: 575324-001
Price: $231.61
VB043UT - HP 230-Watts Basic Docking Station for ProBook B-Series Elitebook Notebook PC (AC Adapter Sold Separately)
SKU: VB043UT
Price: $168.39
HP VB043UT#ABA 230-Watts Docking Station with VGA / Ethernet /Audio / USB Port for ProBook 6450b / 6550b Series
SKU: VB043UT-ABA
Price: $175.74
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.