HPE 826691-B21 – DL38X Gen10 8SFF Drive Cage / Backplane Kit

HPE 826691-B21 – DL38X Gen10 8SFF Drive Cage / Backplane Kit

Overview

The HPE 826691-B21 is an internal drive cage and backplane kit designed for HPE ProLiant DL38X Gen10 server platforms. It provides expansion capability for 8 small form factor (SFF) drives, enabling additional internal storage capacity within supported chassis configurations.

It is used in enterprise server environments where scalable storage expansion is required without moving to external storage arrays. The backplane enables connection for SAS and SATA drives, supporting flexible storage configurations for enterprise workloads.

The module integrates directly into compatible HPE ProLiant DL380 and related DL38X Gen10 systems as part of the internal drive subsystem. It helps extend server storage density while maintaining proper airflow and chassis structure.

It is commonly deployed in data centers where modular storage expansion and high-density server configurations are required.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Used in HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 and DL38X series servers for expanding internal storage capacity. Common in virtualization environments, database servers, and enterprise applications requiring additional SFF drive bays. Also used in rack server infrastructures needing flexible SAS/SATA storage scaling.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility / Ecosystem

Compatible with HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 and DL38X Gen10 server platforms. Integrates with HPE Smart Array controllers, SAS/SATA enterprise drives, and HPE server chassis storage subsystems for scalable internal storage expansion.