Name: P38997-B21 HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Hot-plug Power Supply
Brand: HPE
SKU: P38997-B21
Price: 69.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE P38997-B21 1600 Watt Flex Slot Platinum Hot-plug Power Supply offers dependable power with a focus on efficiency and flexibility. It fits into a variety of HPE server configurations and allows quick swaps without shutting down the system, making it a practical choice for enterprise-level power management in demanding IT setups.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P38997-B21
Product Type	Server Power Supply
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Input Voltage	100-240V AC
Input Frequency	50-60 Hz
Output	12V
Max. Output Power	1600W
Efficiency Rating	80 Plus Platinum
Hot Swappable	Yes
Redundant Support	Yes
Cooling Type	Active Fan
Modularity	Non-Modular
rail_design	Single 12V Rail
Number of Fans	1

Compatibility
Form Factor	Proprietary
Compatible For	HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen9, DL380 Gen9

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Certifications and Environmental
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, cULus

Product Description
The HPE P38997-B21 power supply provides robust and efficient power management for enterprise servers. It is commonly used in data centers and server rooms that require reliable, high-capacity power sources. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this power supply supports mission-critical workloads with minimal interruption. Key Features Delivers 1600 Watts of continuous power with a Platinum efficiency rating Enables hot-plug replacement to maintain uptime during server maintenance Flex Slot form factor ensures compatibility across multiple HPE server models Includes built-in protections against power surges and electrical faults Designed for optimized cooling and quiet operation in rack environments This power supply is often found in large-scale IT environments where uptime and energy efficiency are priorities. Its hot-plug and Flex Slot capabilities help minimize service interruptions during hardware upgrades or replacements. In practice, it supports the smooth operation of critical applications by providing consistent and efficient power delivery.

Use Cases
The HPE P38997-B21 1600 Watt Flex Slot Platinum Hot-plug Power Supply is suited for demanding enterprise IT environments where continuous uptime and efficient power management are critical. It is ideal for data centers and large-scale server deployments requiring flexible, high-capacity power modules that can be replaced without disrupting operations. How It's Used: Powering virtualization clusters in enterprise data centers to ensure consistent performance under high workloads. Supporting rack-mounted HPE server configurations in colocation facilities with strict uptime requirements. Enabling quick power supply replacements in financial services environments to maintain uninterrupted transaction processing. Providing reliable power for storage arrays in large-scale backup and archiving systems deployed in cloud infrastructure. Facilitating edge computing deployments that demand efficient and scalable power solutions in remote or distributed sites. This power supply module enhances operational efficiency by minimizing downtime during maintenance and scaling alongside evolving server workloads. Its flexibility and platinum-level efficiency contribute to optimized energy use and robust performance in critical IT infrastructures.