Replacement for 168003-9D2: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 168003-9D2 (168003-9D2 - HP 8X Speed DVD-ROM Optical Drive for ProLiant DL140 G2 Server)? 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 168003-9D2
| SKU | 168003-9D2 |
|---|---|
| Product | 168003-9D2 - HP 8X Speed DVD-ROM Optical Drive for ProLiant DL140 G2 Server |
| Current price | $202.11 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 168003-9D2 › |
Drop-in replacements for 168003-9D2
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.
D4388-69018 - HP 16x Speed Max Speed IDE DVD-ROM / 40x Max Speed CD-ROM for tc2110 Server
SKU: D4388-69018
Price: $147.86
168003-930 - HP 8X SlimLine Multibay IDE DVD-ROM Optical Drive for nc4000 Notebook
SKU: 168003-930
Price: $73.68
447326-B21-01 - HP Optical Drive DVD-ROM 5.25" Write Speed 16x (CD) Read Speed 16x (CD) SATA-150 Black Internal
SKU: 447326-B21-01
Price: $82.42
447464-001 - HP 16x Speed SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive for ProLiant Server
SKU: 447464-001
Price: $71.58
331346-B21 - HP IDE / EIDE CD-RW/48x Speed DVD-ROM Optical Drive for ProLiant ML370 G4 Server
SKU: 331346-B21
Price: $97.14
399960-001 - HP 24X Speed CD-RW/DVD ROM Optical Drive for ProLiant DL140 G3 Server
SKU: 399960-001
Price: $147.37
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.