HPE P55000-B21 Drive Cage - 8SFF U.3 BC BP KIT

Overview

The HPE P55000-B21 is a specific backplane and cage kit designed for server configurations requiring support for eight small form factor (8SFF) U.3 drives. This component is critical for expanding storage capacity within compatible HPE ProLiant server chassis, enabling higher density drive deployments. It facilitates the integration of U.3 drives, which offer a flexible interface supporting SAS, SATA, and NVMe protocols, allowing for a mix of storage types and performance tiers within a single bay. The 'BC BP' likely refers to a specific configuration or feature set, such as 'Bay Configuration' or 'Backplane', and 'KIT' indicates it's a complete assembly for installation. This kit is intended for environments where maximizing storage density and leveraging modern U.3 drive capabilities are paramount, such as in high-performance computing, data analytics, or dense virtualization platforms.

Compatibility

This HPE P55000-B21 kit is designed for specific HPE ProLiant server models that support 8SFF U.3 drive bays. While exact model numbers are not provided in the source evidence, it is intended for integration into HPE's server infrastructure. Buyers should verify compatibility with their specific HPE ProLiant server generation and chassis configuration before purchase. It is engineered to work with U.3 Universal Bay Hard Drives.

Installation Notes

The HPE P55000-B21 kit includes the necessary components for installing 8SFF U.3 drives into a compatible server chassis. Proper installation requires adherence to HPE's server hardware installation guides to ensure correct seating of the backplane and cage, and proper connection to the server's motherboard or RAID controller. The weight of the unit is 0.27 lb, which is negligible in terms of server load but indicates the physical size and material composition.