Sourced for enterprise IT teams, the HP WD281AV (WD281AV - HP 2GB PC3-10600 DDR3-1333MHz non-ECC Unbuffered CL9 SoDIMM Dual-Rank Memory Module) is a Laptop Memory component appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include capacity of 2 GB, pc standard of PC3-10600, number of sticks of 1, frequency of 1333 MHz, memory class of ECC, Unbuffered, SoDIMM, features of Dual-Rank. Appropriate for virtualization hosts, application servers, in-memory analytics, render farms, CAD/EDA workstations, and any workload constrained by RAM rather than CPU. Pro Disk Network sources the WD281AV through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The WD281AV is a HP laptop memory component with capacity 2 GB, pc standard PC3-10600, number of sticks 1. Pro Disk Network sells the WD281AV for $100.61 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: What servers is the WD281AV compatible with?
The WD281AV is a HP laptop memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the WD281AV ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the WD281AV same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The WD281AV 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.
Hyper-V Cluster Node — Windows Server 2019/2022 Hyper-V hosts with Storage Spaces Direct. Dynamic memory allocation makes higher-density DIMMs cost-effective.
AI / ML Training — PyTorch and TensorFlow workloads benefit from large host memory pools for dataset preprocessing and CPU-side feature engineering.
Tanzu / Kubernetes Workers — Worker node memory expansion for high-density container deployments. Plan for 8–16 GB per moderate Pod baseline.
What is the WD281AV?
The WD281AV is a HP server memory module with capacity 2 GB and pc standard PC3-10600, manufactured by HP. 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 WD281AV
Pros
Lower cost than buying through the OEM channel
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment lead time
Cons
Memory must match existing DIMM rank/density for channel balance
Higher density modules can drop overall channel speed
BIOS update may be required on older revisions
Frequently Asked Questions about WD281AV
Is the WD281AV a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every WD281AV as factory-original HP inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned HP servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
What servers is the WD281AV compatible with?
The WD281AV is a HP laptop memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the WD281AV ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the WD281AV same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the WD281AV?
New WD281AV units carry the full HP 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 WD281AV?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Compatibility: Rank, Density, and Channel Population Rules
Memory population order for Xeon Scalable is documented in the motherboard manual; the typical rule is to populate channels symmetrically across both CPU sockets and across all six channels per socket. For two-socket builds with eight DIMMs, populate the white slot first on each channel; for sixteen-DIMM builds, populate both slots on every channel. Asymmetric population leaves performance on the table.
Pricing Strategy: New, Bulk, or Refurbished
The WD281AV is available across three procurement tiers, and the choice is driven by criticality, warranty coverage, and budget. New (sealed OEM) units carry the full HP manufacturer warranty and command a 20-30% premium over bulk-OEM tier. New (bulk-OEM) units are factory-fresh modules sold without retail box. Refurbished units come from decommissioned servers, are individually MemTest-validated, and carry a 90-day advance-replacement warranty.