HPE 826689-B21 DL380 Gen10 8x NVMe Express Bay Kit

• Virtualization hosts needing low-latency local NVMe for VM storage acceleration
• Database servers requiring high random IOPS for transactional workloads
• Hybrid cloud edge nodes expanding flash capacity for local caching
• AI and analytics clusters accelerating data ingest with direct-attach SSDs
• VDI infrastructure delivering fast boot and profile storage performance
• Backup and recovery appliances using NVMe for rapid restore targets
• High-frequency trading or real-time systems demanding consistent low latency
• Content delivery and media processing nodes with sequential throughput needs
• Private cloud platforms modernizing storage without new server purchases
• Disaster recovery sites adding fast local storage for replication targets

• Supports up to 8 U.2 NVMe SSDs in Express Bay configuration
• Direct PCIe Gen3 x4 connectivity per drive for maximum performance
• Designed for HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 and DL38X SFF chassis
• Enables high-IOPS and low-latency storage workloads
• Requires HPE High Performance Fan Kit for thermal support
• Pairs with SlimSAS riser for full NVMe lane connectivity
• No SAS or SATA drive support on this backplane
• Hot-plug capable U.2 form factor compatibility
• Facilitates infrastructure modernization of existing DL380 fleets
• Improves operational efficiency through higher storage density
• Supports business continuity with faster local recovery options
• Scalable within multi-bay chassis configurations
• Genuine HPE part for validated server compatibility
• Extends server useful life for virtualization and hybrid environments

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: 826689-B21
• SKU: 826689-B21
• Product Type: NVMe 8 SSD Express Bay Enablement Kit
• Drive Bays: 8 x U.2 NVMe
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 direct-attach
• Compatible Servers: HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 DL380 Gen10 Plus DL38X
• Form Factor: SFF front bay cage/backplane
• Notes: Requires High Performance Fan Kit and SlimSAS riser for full support
• Included: Backplane assembly only (No Fan & PSU)

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Organizations choose the 826689-B21 to unlock true NVMe performance in existing DL380 Gen10 servers without replacing the chassis. It delivers higher IOPS and lower latency than SAS/SATA options while supporting denser flash deployments for virtualization databases and hybrid cloud workloads. Validated HPE compatibility plus clear upgrade requirements provide reliable deployment and strong ROI by extending server lifecycle and accelerating storage modernization projects.