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HPE P77198-B21 | ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 NS204i-u Front 1U Boot Enablement Kit

HPE P77198-B21 | ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 NS204i-u Front 1U Boot Enablement Kit

P77198-B21

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Description

The HPE ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 NS204i-u Front 1U Enablement Kit enables front-facing installation of the HPE NS204i-u NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimised Storage Device in HPE ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 1U rack servers. Designed for IT architects who want a dedicated, hardware RAID 1 OS boot solution, this kit segregates the operating system from the data storage plane without consuming a drive bay or PCIe slot — keeping all storage bays free for workload data.

The kit supports PCIe Gen3.0 x4 connectivity and is fully compatible with VMware, Linux, and Windows environments, with native HPE iLO management integration for streamlined monitoring and deployment. It complements the NS204i-u Rear and Internal Enablement Kit variants, giving administrators flexible placement options to suit their rack and cabling requirements. Visit iptrading.com.au to secure your order — enterprise-grade hardware with expert support.

Features

- Enables front-facing NS204i-u boot device installation on DL3XX Gen12 1U platforms
- Segregates OS from data storage plane for a cleaner, more resilient server architecture
- Preserves all drive bays — no drive bay or PCIe slot consumed
- Plug-and-play installation — no GUI or manual configuration required
- Hardware RAID 1 mirroring provides OS drive redundancy out of the box
- Compatible with VMware, Linux, and Windows Server environments
- Works alongside NS204i-u Rear and Internal Enablement Kit variants for flexible deployment
- Supports HPE iLO management integration for remote monitoring and control

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Compatible servers: HPE ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 1U
- Supported device: HPE NS204i-u v2 NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimised Storage Device
- Installation position: Front
- Form factor: 1U
- Interface: PCIe Gen3.0 x4
- RAID support: Hardware RAID 1 (mirrored OS boot)
- Part Number: P77198-B21

FAQs

Q: What is the HPE P77198-B21 Front Enablement Kit used for?
A: It enables front-facing installation of the HPE NS204i-u NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimised Storage Device in HPE ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 1U servers, providing a dedicated hardware RAID 1 OS boot solution without consuming a drive bay or PCIe slot.

Q: Which HPE servers are compatible with this enablement kit?
A: This kit is compatible with HPE ProLiant DL3XX Gen12 1U rack servers. It is specifically designed for the 1U front-installation position in that platform family.

Q: How does this kit differ from the NS204i-u Rear or Internal Enablement Kit variants?
A: The P77198-B21 positions the NS204i-u device at the front of the server chassis. The Rear and Internal variants mount the device in different positions. The choice depends on your rack layout, cable management preferences, and accessibility requirements.

Q: Does installing this kit reduce the number of available storage drive bays?
A: No. The NS204i-u Front Enablement Kit does not consume any drive bay or PCIe expansion slot, so all server drive bays remain fully available for data storage.

Q: What operating systems are supported with this boot device configuration?
A: The NS204i-u enabled by this kit supports VMware ESXi, Linux distributions, and Microsoft Windows Server environments, making it suitable for a broad range of enterprise workloads.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE P77198-B21 in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller stocking HPE server accessories including the P77198-B21. Contact the team for availability, volume pricing, and expert pre-sales support.

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