Hello,

Well it's time to replace the bulb for my HP MD5880n. The user's manual says that the bulb model is the L2114A. But when I search online I see the L2114A as well as the L2114 and L2114-80001. :confused:

Does anyone know the difference between these 3? Which one do I need?

Thanks in advance,
SC

Looks like the lamp is only available from HP Parts for $332.49. Go here:

http://h20141.www2.hp.com/hpparts/

and search for "L2114-80001".

Alternatively, you can get a used one a lot cheaper from this guy:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=14986292#post14986292

-Dave

Thanks I saw that, but do you know what the difference is between this L2114-80001 and the L2114A that the manual reccomends? thanks.

I think it is just a different part number used by HP Shopping versus HP Parts. Both are HP MDTV L-5 150W lamps.

If you go to HPShopping.com and search for L2114A, you do get a hit, and it says:

This item is available exclusively through the HP Parts Store as part # L2114-80001. You can also reach the HP Parts Store at 1 (800) 227-8164.

If you go to HP Parts and search for L2114A, it says:

Please place your order at hpshopping.com. This product is not orderable on the HP Parts Store.

So it is the same lamp.

-Dave

Thanks I saw that, but do you know what the difference is between this L2114-80001 and the L2114A that the manual reccomends? thanks.
I think difference is the lamp only vs. the lamp with housing (easist installation and no need to handle the bulb ) I have 2 remaining for sale.

hey guys does anyone know where i can get a replacement bulb for the md5820n ? mine just blew and now im out a tv AHH i looked all over the internet and i am not going ot spend 400 bucks for replacement bulb... cant afford it :( if anyone has one for sale or know of a place i can get one for cheaper that would be awesome thank you guys in advance!!!

You might want to try the main thread:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=6375696#post6375696

Some people might be subscribed to that thread and get an email when you post.

You can buy a bare bulb to install in your lamp housing for $231, but results are mixed, as discussed in the last 5-10 pages of the thread.

http://www.projectorlampsworld.com/bulb/Hp/PAVILION_MD5880N.html

There is also a company called Relampit.com that will take you old housing and replace the bulb.

-Dave

thanks i am posting right now