HPE P81912-B21 DL325 Gen12 8SFF SATA Direct Cable Kit
Overview
The HPE P81912-B21 is a direct-attach SATA cable kit designed for the ProLiant DL325 Gen12 8SFF (small form factor) drive configuration. This accessory connects backplane SATA ports directly to the system controller, eliminating the need for external SATA breakout modules in dense storage deployments where space and cable management are critical. Use it when populating all eight 2.5-inch drive bays in a DL325 Gen12 and you need native backplane connectivity without additional enclosure adapters.
Compatibility
This kit is specific to HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen12 servers configured with eight small form factor (SFF) SATA drives. It integrates with the standard DL325 Gen12 motherboard SATA controller and backplane. Verify your system BIOS revision supports direct SATA attachment before installation — some earlier firmware versions may require firmware updates to recognize all connected drives.
Installation Notes
The P81912-B21 uses standard SATA connectors and plugs directly into the system backplane without additional host bus adapters. Ensure the server is powered down and unplugged before installing the cable assembly. Route cables along existing cable trays or through the chassis cable routing channels to avoid thermal airflow obstruction across the drive bays. Verify all connectors seat fully — SATA connections require firm seating to prevent intermittent drive detection.
What's in the Box
- 1x SATA direct-attach cable kit assembly for 8SFF configuration
