This Compaq 172838-001 delivers Power Supplies functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include power of 185W. Common deployment scenarios include enterprise data-center, server-room, and managed-service-provider environments where matched-OEM-part procurement is required for warranty and compliance continuity. Pro Disk Network supplies the 172838-001 to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The 172838-001 is a Compaq power supplies component with power 185W. Pro Disk Network sells the 172838-001 for $145.84 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 172838-001 is a Compaq power supplies 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 172838-001 ship?
If in stock, the 172838-001 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The 172838-001 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.
Redundant Server Power — N+1 PSU configurations in dual-feed racks — order matched units in pairs to maintain hot-spare semantics.
Rack PDU Replacement — Vertical or horizontal PDUs in cabinet retrofits. Metered or switched models for granular outlet-level control.
Branch UPS — Office or remote site UPS. 1500–3000 VA covers most server-rack mini-deployments with 5–15 minute runtime.
Datacenter UPS Module — Online double-conversion UPS for production server rooms. Match VA rating to total connected load + 30% headroom.
What is the 172838-001?
The 172838-001 is a Compaq server power supply unit with power 185W, manufactured by Compaq. 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 172838-001
Pros
Wattage clearly labelled for sizing against connected load
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor chassis-slot wear
Larger orders may ship LTL freight
Older form factors deprecated by latest chassis revisions
Frequently Asked Questions about 172838-001
Is the 172838-001 a genuine Compaq part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 172838-001 as factory-original Compaq inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Compaq servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the 172838-001 fit my system?
The 172838-001 is a Compaq power supplies 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 172838-001 ship?
If in stock, the 172838-001 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the 172838-001?
New 172838-001 units carry the full Compaq 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 172838-001?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
PSU Sizing: Connected Load, Efficiency Curves, and N+1 Redundancy
Sizing the 172838-001 or its replacement starts with calculating connected load. Add up the nameplate wattage of CPUs, GPUs, drives, fans, and add-in cards under maximum sustained load. Idle is irrelevant; peak sustained is what matters. Size the PSU at 60-80% of nameplate load for best efficiency — modern Platinum/Titanium PSUs hit peak efficiency at 50% load and degrade above 80%.
AC Input, Phase Balancing, and Datacentre Power Best Practices
For UPS-fed servers, confirm the UPS output waveform is compatible with the 172838-001's input. Modern PSUs accept both sine-wave and high-quality simulated sine-wave inputs, but older or stepped-approximation UPS outputs can cause buzzing or premature PSU failure. When in doubt, use double-conversion online UPS units.