HPE P81902-B21 | DL345 Gen12 16EDSFF x2 Tri-Mode PCIe Cable Kit, Box 1/3

Q: Which server is this cable kit compatible with?
A: This cable kit is designed specifically for the HPE ProLiant Compute DL345 Gen12 SFF/EDSFF CTO Server (P81948-B21). It is not a universal cable and should only be installed in the validated DL345 Gen12 platform.

Q: What drive types does the x2 Tri-Mode PCIe interface support?
A: The x2 Tri-Mode PCIe interface supports EDSFF E3.S drives operating in NVMe, SAS, or SATA modes, giving administrators flexibility to mix drive protocols within the same high-density enclosure.

Q: What is the difference between Box 1 and Box 3 in the DL345 Gen12?
A: Box 1 and Box 3 refer to distinct physical drive bays within the DL345 Gen12 chassis. This cable kit (P81902-B21) provides cabling coverage for both boxes, enabling 16 EDSFF drives to be connected across these two enclosure positions.

Q: Is this cable kit required to use EDSFF drives in the DL345 Gen12?
A: Yes. Without this or an equivalent HPE-validated storage cable kit, EDSFF drives in Box 1 and Box 3 cannot be connected to the server's storage backplane. It is an essential add-on for high-density EDSFF storage configurations.

Q: Can I purchase this cable kit in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) supplies HPE ProLiant accessories including storage cable kits to Australian businesses. Visit the site or contact the team for pricing, lead times, and expert pre-sales support.

Q: Is this cable kit factory-integrated or field-installable?
A: This kit supports both factory integration at time of server configuration and field installation. HPE recommends following the DL345 Gen12 installation guide and ensuring the server is powered off before installing or replacing storage cabling.