rx1600 new processor (REPLACEMENT or EXCHANGE...?)

[Albatross]

Hi Folks,

We are buying a new processor for a rx1600. The part has the following numbers associated:

1GHz CPU (from the Operation and Maintenance Guide)
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REPLACEMENT Part Number: AB220-67001
EXCHANGE Part Number: AB220-69001

Since both P/Ns are the same hardware (but with a price difference of about 50%), what is the real difference between them?

Thanks a lot for your help,

SE

[Sameer_Nirmal · Accepted solution]

Hi,

The Exchange PN is meant for a new part which is obtained against the return of the defective one.

The Replacement PN is meant for a new part order. The exchange of defective or old part is not followed here.

Refer this link.
http://partsurfer.hp.com/cgi-bin/spi/main?sel_flg=partinfo&template=main&cpric=us&psrchmode=&partsrch=AB220-69001

With this, the price difference could be understood.

[Albatross]

Thanks King Sameer, your help is vastly appreciated!

SE

[kris rombauts]

Sergio,

given the age of the RX1600 product, it might still be under warranty and you should have no costs. Pls check your purchase date/invoice.

Kris

[Alan_152]

Don't forget to update the system firmware BEFORE changing processors. Some of the newer ones need newer firmware, and won't boot otherwise.