HPE DL38X Gen10 4LFF Midplane SAS/SATA HDD Kit

Overview

The HPE 826686-B21 is a midplane kit designed for the HPE DL38X Gen10 server, serving as a crucial interface for connecting SAS and SATA hard drives. It supports up to four large form factor (LFF) drives, enabling flexible storage configurations that balance performance and capacity. This component ensures stable data transfer and seamless integration within your server, making it suitable for demanding environments like virtualization, database management, and extensive file storage.

Key features

• Supports both SAS and SATA drives, allowing versatile storage options tailored to your workload requirements
• Accommodates four large form factor drives, providing ample space for high-capacity storage needs
• Compact and lightweight design simplifies installation and fits neatly into existing server chassis
• Ensures reliable and stable data connections to maintain smooth server operation under heavy data loads
• Optimizes storage infrastructure by enabling easy upgrades and drive replacements without complex hardware changes

Key specs

• Compatibility: HPE DL38X Gen10 server
• Drive support: 4 large form factor (LFF) SAS/SATA drives
• Dimensions: 43.18 cm x 22.86 cm x 3.81 cm
• Weight: 0.68 kg

Installation and setup

This midplane kit is designed for straightforward installation within the HPE DL38X Gen10 server chassis. Its lightweight and compact form factor reduce the complexity of hardware upgrades, allowing IT teams to quickly add or replace drives without disrupting server operations. The kit’s compatibility with both SAS and SATA drives means you can configure your storage to meet specific performance or capacity goals with minimal effort.

Ideal uses and environments

The midplane kit is well suited to enterprise environments that demand scalable and reliable storage solutions. It works effectively in data centers handling virtualization workloads, large databases, and file servers where consistent data throughput and drive flexibility are essential. IT professionals managing ProLiant servers will find this kit a practical choice for optimizing storage without extensive hardware modifications.