HP Part Numbering Scheme

[Robert_Jewell]

I am curious in learning whether HP has any meaning behind their part numbers?

I believe that anything starting with a D (D2794-69001) is a part for either a Netserver or PC. But what do the Axxx and Cxxxx numbers refer to? Also is there a signifcance behind the 5x5 numbering scheme as well?

More curious than anything.

Thanks,
Bob

[Bill Hassell · Accepted solution]

The standards for HP part numbers are determined mostly by the supplying divisions and while there have been attempts to standardize, you'll find 4x4 and 5x5 part numbers (ie, 1234-5678 and 12345-67890), part numbers with single letter codes (more recent products in the last 10-15 years) and then 3rd party part numbers as components from other suppliers are directly integrated into HP's part number system.

For a great website on HP parts, bookmark this: http://partsurfer.hp.com

There's not a lot of info you can get by the prefix on a part other than it is often related to the model number of the product itself. For instance, an old Omnibook 600 has a model number: F1065A and the replacement LCD screen is F1065-69003. Note that the "9" after the 6 indicates an exchange part number, that is, you must return the defective part or you'll be charged a higher price. Similar to a 'core' charge at an auto parts store.

[Robert_Jewell]

Thank you for the info.

-Bob