Buying Guide·Power & PSU

Dell PSU Part Numbers Explained (DPN, 0-Prefix, DPS/L/D Models)

4 min readUpdated 28 Sep 2026
Close-up of a power supply label with barcode and part number details

A Dell power supply label can show three or four different codes, and customers often send us the wrong one. This guide explains which number matters, what the prefixes mean, and how to use them to order the right replacement PSU.

The Codes on a Typical Dell PSU Label

Code type Example What it is Use it to order?
Dell Part Number (DPN) GRTNK or 0GRTNK Dell’s own 5-character part number; often printed with a leading 0 Yes, best choice
Full label (PPID) CN-0GRTNK-xxxxx-xxx-xxxx-A00 Country + DPN + supplier/date/serial + revision Yes. Just read the middle part (0GRTNK)
Manufacturer model L495E-S0, D495E-S0, DPS-495AB The OEM factory’s model number for the same Dell part Useful as a cross-check
Wattage 495W Output rating Never on its own
Close-up of a power supply label with barcode and part number details
Illustrative image.

Reading the Dell Part Number

  • The DPN is 5 alphanumeric characters, e.g. GRTNK, F9F51, VPR1M, 787J3.
  • A leading 0 is commonly added: 0GRTNK = GRTNK. Both refer to the same part.
  • On the full CN-0XXXXX-… label, “CN” is the country of manufacture (China). Other codes include MY (Malaysia), TW, MX and so on. The country code doesn’t affect compatibility.
  • The last characters (e.g. A00, A01) are the revision. Revisions of the same DPN are normally interchangeable.

What DPS-, L- and D- Mean

Dell doesn’t build most of its PSUs itself. The manufacturer model tells you which factory made it:

  • DPS-xxx / D-xxx: made by Delta Electronics
  • L-xxx / PS-xxxx: made by Lite-On
  • Other OEMs you may see include AcBel, Chicony and HiPro

One Dell part number can have several OEM versions. For example, the 495W GRTNK exists in both Lite-On (L495E-S0) and Delta (D495E-S0) versions, and both work in the same server. That’s why the Dell part number is the safer reference than the OEM model.

Multiple Dell Part Numbers for One PSU

Dell often issues several part numbers for functionally equivalent PSUs. This is why some of our listings show more than one number:

If your label shows a number that isn’t in our listing title, send it to us anyway. It may be a cross-referenced equivalent.

Slim desktop, rack server and tower workstation power supplies side by side
Illustrative image.

Same Wattage, Different PSU

Here’s why wattage alone is risky. Both of these are Dell 250W server PSUs, but they are not interchangeable:

Desktop PSUs work the same way. OptiPlex SFF units from different generations use different connectors (for example, 24-pin vs 6-pin vs 4-pin motherboard power):

Quick Checklist Before You Order

  1. Dell part number from the label (e.g. 0GRTNK)
  2. Server or PC model and form factor (MT / SFF / Micro / rack)
  3. A clear photo of the label and the connector: how to photograph an IT part

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 0GRTNK the same as GRTNK?

Yes. The leading zero is just padding on the label.

Can I use a Delta version to replace a Lite-On version?

Yes, if both carry the same Dell part number (or an official Dell equivalent).

Does revision A00 vs A02 matter?

Usually not. Revisions under the same DPN are designed to be interchangeable.

The label is worn out. What now?

Send us your server’s Service Tag or model and a photo of the PSU. We can usually identify it. See where to find a server PSU part number.

Get the Right Dell PSU

Browse Server PSUs or PC & Workstation PSUs, or send us your label photo and we’ll match it. Request a Quote or WhatsApp +607-359 6955.

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