Alternative to A9879A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the A9879A (A9879A - HP DVD-ROM for RP74/84) 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 A9879A
| SKU | A9879A |
|---|---|
| Product | A9879A - HP DVD-ROM for RP74/84 |
| Current price | $326.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View A9879A › |
Alternatives to A9879A
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.
584086-001 - HP ProLiant DL580 G7 Entry Level 4x Intel Xeon E7540/2.0GHz 6-Core, 32GB Ram DDR3 SDRAM, SAS/SATA Dvd Rom, Gigabit Ethernet, 4u Rack Server
SKU: 584086-001
Price: $987.37
584087-001 - HP ProLiant DL580 G7 Base-Model 2x Intel Xeon Hc E7530/1.86 GHz 16GB Ram DDR3 SDRAM SAS/SATA Dvd Rom Gigabit Ethernet 4u Rack Server
SKU: 584087-001
Price: $987.37
348444-B21 - HP ProLiant DL760 G2 4p Intel Xeon 2.2 GHz 2 GB Ram Ultra-160 SCSI DVD-ROM Fdd 10/100/1000-T NIC 7u Rack Server
SKU: 348444-B21
Price: $3,576.84
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.