Name: P26429-B21 HPE 8SFF x4 Tri-Mode 24G U.3 Backplane Kit for DL360 Gen10 Plus
Brand: HPE
SKU: P26429-B21
Price: 164.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 8SFF x4 Tri-Mode 24G U.3 BC Backplane kit is a component that supports multiple drive types on the ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus servers. It acts as a bridge between the server's storage controller and the drives, facilitating quick and reliable communication across SAS, SATA, and NVMe options. Positioned within enterprise server environments, it provides the needed versatility to handle various storage needs without changing the backplane.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P26429-B21

Technical Information
Compatibility	HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus, U.3 (SFF 2.5\") drives, SAS 24G, NVMe, SATA (Tri-Mode)

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	8 SFF (2.5\")
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This HP backplane kit allows connection of up to eight Small Form Factor (SFF) drives using the latest U.3 interface, integrating SAS, SATA, and NVMe protocols. It is built for the ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus servers, enhancing storage flexibility and performance in demanding environments. Often found in data centers and enterprise server setups, this backplane enables administrators and IT professionals to configure diverse drive types as needed, balancing speed and capacity. Key Features Enables tri-mode compatibility for SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives within a single backplane. Supports up to eight 2.5-inch SFF drives, maximizing storage density. Operates at 24G speed for improved throughput and reduced bottlenecks. Directly compatible with ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus, ensuring seamless integration. Backplane design aids in straightforward drive installation and maintenance. This backplane kit is commonly deployed in server racks where compact, high-performance storage is critical. It plays an essential role in maintaining flexible configurations while supporting high data transfer rates. Its presence helps data center operators optimize storage solutions without needing separate hardware for different drive types, simplifying upgrades and replacements.

Use Cases
The HPE 8SFF x4 Tri-Mode 24G U.3 Backplane Kit is commonly deployed within enterprise data centers running HP ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus servers. It benefits IT teams managing mixed storage environments requiring flexible support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives without hardware changes. This backplane is ideal for environments demanding high I/O throughput and diverse storage configurations. How It's Used: Enabling virtualization clusters to leverage both high-performance NVMe and cost-effective SATA drives in a single server chassis. Supporting database servers in enterprise IT environments that require low-latency access through NVMe drives alongside SAS RAID arrays. Facilitating storage tiering solutions in mixed workload data centers by combining different drive technologies within one backplane. Deploying in remote office or branch office servers where flexible drive compatibility simplifies maintenance and inventory management. Integrating in high-density rack deployments where space constraints necessitate small form factor drives with varied connectivity. This backplane enhances operational efficiency by enabling seamless integration of multiple drive types, thus improving storage scalability and performance tuning. Its versatility reduces hardware modifications during upgrades, supporting evolving enterprise workloads with minimal disruption.

P26429-B21 HPE 8SFF x4 Tri-Mode 24G U.3 Backplane Kit for DL360 Gen10 Plus

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Technical Information

Miscellaneous

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