Replacement for A5972S: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the A5972S (A5972S - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive)? 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 A5972S
| SKU | A5972S |
|---|---|
| Product | A5972S - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $488.75 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View A5972S › |
Drop-in replacements for A5972S
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.
A7538-64201 - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: A7538-64201
Price: $332.53
A7289-60001 - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: A7289-60001
Price: $439.41
HITX5524272D - HP 146GB 15000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: HITX5524272D
Price: $136.03
404935-002 - HP 146GB 15000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 404935-002
Price: $139.21
A5968S - HP 73GB 10000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: A5968S
Price: $369.84
649815-001 - HP 73GB 10000RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 649815-001
Price: $823.82
359438-003 - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 359438-003
Price: $73.68
293555-003 - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 293555-003
Price: $73.68
238594-005 - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 238594-005
Price: $73.68
300590-001 - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 300590-001
Price: $73.68
3R-A3974-AA - HP 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 3r-a3974-AA
Price: $73.68
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.