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HPE P81162-B21 | NS204i-u v2 960GB NVMe SED Boot Optimized Storage Device

HPE P81162-B21 | NS204i-u v2 960GB NVMe SED Boot Optimized Storage Device

P81162-B21

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Description

The HPE NS204i-u v2 960GB NVMe SED Boot Optimized Storage Device is a dedicated, plug-and-play OS boot solution for HPE ProLiant servers, housing two 960GB NVMe M.2 SSDs in a preconfigured hardware RAID 1 mirror. With AES 256-bit Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) capability and up to 4x faster read performance than legacy SATA boot devices, it delivers secure, high-speed OS boot without consuming a single server drive bay or PCIe slot.

Designed for HPE Compute Mainstream Platforms including the DL365, DL385 Gen11, and Gen12, this device auto-creates its RAID 1 volume at installation with no GUI or user configuration required. It utilises native NVMe drivers for Windows, Linux, and VMware, meets VMware and Microsoft Storage Spaces Direct certification requirements, and supports hot-plug servicing for non-disruptive maintenance. Order direct from iptrading.com.au — Australian-owned and operated since 2001.

Features

- Dedicated hardware RAID 1 OS boot device — no RAID controller required and no user configuration needed
- Two HPE enterprise-class 960GB NVMe M.2 SSDs included in the kit
- AES 256-bit Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) — hardware-level encryption for data at rest
- Up to 4x faster read performance compared to legacy SATA boot solutions
- Plug-and-play installation: auto-creates RAID 1 volume on first boot
- Presents as a single directly connected NVMe drive — not a RAID controller — to management interfaces
- Does not consume any server drive bay, keeping all bays available for data storage
- Does not occupy a PCIe expansion slot
- Hot-plug universal installation supports non-disruptive maintenance and replacement
- Native in-box NVMe driver support for Windows, Linux, and VMware — no additional drivers required
- Meets VMware and Microsoft Storage Spaces Direct certification requirements
- Enables clean OS segregation from the data storage plane — ideal for virtualised environments
- Kit includes: PCIe HHHL card, 2x NVMe M.2 SSDs, full-height bracket, half-height bracket, and documentation

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.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Part Number: P81162-B21
- Total Raw Capacity: 2 x 960GB NVMe M.2 SSDs
- Usable Capacity: 960GB (RAID 1 mirrored)
- RAID Level: Preconfigured Hardware RAID 1 (no RAID controller required)
- Interface: NVMe PCIe Gen3
- Drive Form Factor: 2280 M.2 NVMe SSD
- Card Form Factor: PCIe HHHL (Half-Height Half-Length)
- Encryption: AES 256-bit Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)
- Hot Plug: Yes
- Included in Kit: PCIe HHHL card, 2x NVMe M.2 SSDs, full-height bracket, half-height bracket, documentation
- Compatible Platforms: HPE DL365, DL385 Gen11, Gen12 (Compute Mainstream Platforms)
- OS Driver Support: Windows, Linux, VMware (native in-box NVMe drivers)
- Compliance: RoHS, Lot 9
- Warranty: 3/0/0 (Customer Self Repair)

FAQs

Q: What servers is the HPE NS204i-u v2 compatible with?
A: The NS204i-u v2 is designed for HPE Compute Mainstream Platforms, including the DL365, DL385 Gen11, and DL385 Gen12 servers. Always verify compatibility with your specific server generation using HPE's QuickSpecs or the HPE compatibility tool.

Q: Does this device require a separate RAID controller?
A: No. The NS204i-u v2 includes a dedicated onboard controller that automatically configures a hardware RAID 1 mirror across the two included NVMe M.2 SSDs. No external RAID controller, GUI configuration, or user setup is needed.

Q: What is the usable storage capacity after RAID 1?
A: The device houses two 960GB NVMe M.2 SSDs. With RAID 1 mirroring, the usable capacity presented to the OS is 960GB, with the second drive providing a live mirror for redundancy.

Q: How does the SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) capability work?
A: Both included NVMe M.2 SSDs support AES 256-bit hardware-level encryption. The encryption is handled transparently at the drive level with no performance penalty, protecting data at rest without requiring software-based encryption solutions.

Q: Does installing this device consume a server drive bay or PCIe slot?
A: No. The NS204i-u v2 installs in a dedicated internal slot and does not occupy any server drive bay or standard PCIe expansion slot, leaving all storage bays and PCIe slots fully available for data drives and other expansion cards.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE NS204i-u v2 in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian-owned and operated IT hardware reseller with over 20 years of experience supplying HPE products to Australian businesses. You can order the P81162-B21 directly through the website or contact the team for volume pricing and advice.

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