HPE 882096-B21 DL385 Gen10 4LFF Mid-Plane HDD Kit

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: 882096-B21
• Product Type: 4-LFF Mid-Plane Carrier / HDD Kit
• Product Family: HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10
• Supported Server: HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10
• Drive Form Factor: LFF
• Drive Positions: 4 LFF
• Storage Interface: Not specified for the mid-plane itself; depends on supported DL385 Gen10 storage configuration
• CPU Included: No
• Power Supply Included: No
• Fan Kit Included: No; separate high-performance fan kit required
• Required Fan Kit: 867810-B21
• CPU Requirement: 125W or lower with 4-LFF mid-plane selected
• Supported Chassis Context: DL385 Gen10 8LFF chassis
• Field Upgrade: Supported on 8LFF chassis
• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10
• Primary Function: Internal LFF storage expansion
• Position in System: Mid-plane drive carrier
• Complete Server: No

Why Choose This Product?

• Adds four LFF drive positions – Increases internal storage capacity while retaining the DL385 Gen10 platform.
• HPE-specific compatibility – Designed for the ProLiant DL385 Gen10 rather than being a generic drive cage.
• Supports high-capacity storage strategies – LFF architecture is well suited to deployments prioritizing capacity per drive.
• Useful for infrastructure upgrades – Provides a defined path for increasing internal storage in supported systems.
• Clear configuration requirements – HPE documents the associated fan and processor restrictions, helping buyers avoid incompatible configurations.
• Procurement-friendly SKU – 882096-B21 provides an exact identifier for BOMs, spares and replacement sourcing.
• Lifecycle value – Can expand an existing compatible server instead of requiring a complete platform replacement.
• Data-center efficiency – Adds storage capability within the existing DL385 Gen10 chassis architecture.