HPE P26429-B21

Overview

The HPE P26429-B21 is an 8SFF Tri Mode 24G U.3 Basic Carrier Backplane Kit designed to expand storage capacity in ProLiant DL360 Gen10 servers. It replaces the existing backplane to provide eight Small Form Factor bays, each supporting high-speed data transfer up to 24 Gbps. This backplane is ideal for environments that require scalable storage solutions with low latency, such as virtual machine clusters, transactional databases, and growing file services.

Key features

• Eight Small Form Factor bays that allow flexible drive population as storage needs increase
• Tri Mode 24G U.3 interface delivering fast and reliable connectivity for demanding workloads
• Compact and lightweight design that fits seamlessly into the DL360 Gen10 chassis for easy installation
• Enables efficient data transfer rates up to 24 Gbps to prevent bottlenecks during intensive tasks
• Compatible with existing chassis fittings to minimize downtime during upgrades or replacements
• Supports future NVMe adoption, making it a forward-looking choice for evolving storage requirements
• Standardizes on HPE components to simplify firmware management and technical support

Key specs

• Drive bays: 8 Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Interface: Tri Mode 24G U.3
• Data transfer rate: up to 24 Gbps
• Dimensions: 10 inches wide x 20.9 inches deep x 2.5 inches high
• Weight: 22.93 ounces
• Compatible server model: HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10

Installation and setup

The backplane kit is designed for straightforward installation, aligning precisely with the existing chassis fittings of the DL360 Gen10 server. This ensures that IT teams can complete upgrades or replacements quickly, reducing maintenance windows and minimizing disruption to operations. Its lightweight build also makes handling easier in dense rack environments.

Ideal uses and environments

This backplane kit suits mid-size businesses, remote branch offices, and enterprise data centers that need to scale storage without replacing entire servers. It works well for IT teams refreshing older drive shelves or preparing for NVMe drives, providing a practical and cost-effective way to enhance storage performance and capacity. The kit supports workloads that demand consistent high-speed data access and low latency, such as virtualization, database hosting, and file services.

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