Replacement for WD5000AVDS-73U7B1: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the WD5000AVDS-73U7B1 (WD5000AVDS-73U7B1 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive)? Pro Disk Network ships Western Digital 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 WD5000AVDS-73U7B1
| SKU | WD5000AVDS-73U7B1 |
|---|---|
| Product | WD5000AVDS-73U7B1 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $223.63 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View WD5000AVDS-73U7B1 › |
Drop-in replacements for WD5000AVDS-73U7B1
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.
WD5000AVDS-61U7B1 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AVDS-61U7B1
Price: $113.68
WES500SATA32 - Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WES500SATA32
Price: $228.32
WD075000AADS - Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD075000AADS
Price: $235.38
WDC5000AADS - Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WDC5000AADS
Price: $272.78
WD5000AVDS-63U7B1 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AVDS-63U7B1
Price: $296.30
WD5000AVDS - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AVDS
Price: $296.30
WD5000BUDT - Western Digital AV 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000BUDT
Price: $344.33
WD5000AVDS-63U7B0 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AVDS-63U7B0
Price: $429.83
WD5000AUDX - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 6Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AUDX
Price: $68.42
WD5000AUDX-63WNHY0 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 6Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AUDX-63WNHY0
Price: $291.79
WD5000AUDX-56WNHY0 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 6Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AUDX-56WNHY0
Price: $362.18
WD5000AUDX-57WNHY0 - Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 5400RPM SATA 6Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AUDX-57WNHY0
Price: $392.99
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.