HPE P81920-B21 | ProLiant DL325 Gen12 2SFF x4 NVMe Direct Attach Box 3 Cable Kit

Q: What server is this cable kit compatible with?
A: The P81920-B21 is designed and validated exclusively for the HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen12 server. It is not compatible with earlier generations such as Gen10 or Gen11, or with other ProLiant models.

Q: What does 'x4 NVMe Direct Attach' mean?
A: Each NVMe drive in the Box 3 bay receives a dedicated PCIe 4-lane (x4) connection that runs directly to the AMD EPYC processor, bypassing the need for a separate storage controller. This reduces latency and can improve throughput for I/O-intensive workloads.

Q: Which bay position does this kit support?
A: This kit specifically services the Box 3 bay position on the DL325 Gen12 chassis. HPE offers separate cable kits for other bay positions (e.g. Box 1, Box 2), so it is important to select the correct kit for your target drive location.

Q: How many drives does this cable kit support?
A: This kit supports up to 2 Small Form Factor (SFF) NVMe drives in the Box 3 position, with each drive receiving its own x4 direct PCIe connection.

Q: Do I need an additional storage controller with this cable kit?
A: No. The x4 NVMe Direct Attach design connects drives directly to the processor, eliminating the need for a separate HBA or RAID controller for those drives. This simplifies configuration and reduces component count.

Q: Can I purchase this cable kit in Australia through 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 server accessories and options to businesses across Australia. Order directly at iptrading.com.au.