Description
Key Features and Benefits of the Nvme PCI Express
The HPE 874633-B21 4 Port Nvme PCI Express X8 Mezzanine Card is a high-performance storage solution that provides increased storage capabilities to HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. Some of the key features and benefits of this card include:
- Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) Technology: The card supports NVMe, which provides fast and efficient data storage and retrieval, resulting in improved server performance.
- High-Speed Connectivity: With four NVMe ports, this card provides high-speed data transfer rates of up to 32 Gbps, making it ideal for demanding workloads such as database management, data analytics, and virtualization.
- Mezzanine Card Design: This card is designed as a mezzanine card, which means it can be easily installed within the server without the need for additional cabling or components.
- Scalability: The four NVMe ports on this card allow for multiple NVMe drives to be connected to the server, providing increased storage capacity and scalability for growing businesses.
- Improved Energy Efficiency: This card uses low-power consumption components, which helps to reduce energy consumption and lower operating costs.
- Compatibility: This card is specifically designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers, ensuring compatibility and reliability.
- Enhanced Data Protection: The card supports advanced data protection features, such as end-to-end data protection, error correction, and data encryption, providing enhanced security and data protection for businesses.
Easy Installation and Maintenance of the HPE 874633-B21
The 874633-B21 HPE 4 Port Nvme PCI Express X8 Mezzanine Card is designed to be easily installed and maintained in HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. The card is a mezzanine card that is inserted into a specific slot in the server motherboard, providing direct access to the server’s PCIe bus for high-speed data transfer.
The installation process for the card is straightforward and can be completed in a few steps:
- Open the server’s chassis to access the motherboard
- Locate the mezzanine card slot on the motherboard
- Insert the card into the slot, securing it with the retention clip
- Connect any necessary cables or power sources to the card
- Close the server’s chassis and power on the server
Maintenance of the card is also simple, as it requires minimal upkeep. The card has a built-in firmware that is automatically updated when the server is updated with the latest firmware version. In the event of any issues with the card, it can be easily removed and replaced without affecting the rest of the server components.
It is recommended to check the HPE ProLiant server compatibility matrix for the latest information on firmware compatibility and system requirements for the 874633-B21 card.
Compatibility with HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen10 Server
The 874633-B21 HPE 4 Port Nvme PCI Express X8 Mezzanine Card is compatible with the following HPE ProLiant Gen10 server models:
- HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant XL450 Gen10
It requires a minimum of 1 x Gen10 server configured with at least one processor and 1 x HPE 16 GB or larger DDR4 SmartMemory DIMM. The card supports both boot and data drives, and is compatible with NVMe 1.3 and SAS drives.
This card supports the following operating systems:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2016
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7.5 and 7.6
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 12 SP3 and SP4
- VMware vSphere 6.7 Update 1 and later
General Information
- Brand: HPE
- MPN : 874633-B21
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: Mezzanine Card
Technical Specifications of HPE 874633-B21
Here are the technical specifications for the HPE 874633-B21 4 Port NVMe PCI Express X8 Mezzanine Card:
Interface:
- PCI Express X8, Gen3, Mezzanine form factor
Compatibility:
- HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers
- HPE Synergy Compute Modules
Storage Interface:
- NVMe
- 4 ports
Performance:
- Data transfer rates up to 32 Gb/s
Supported Operating Systems:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2016
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7.5
- VMware vSphere 6.5 and 6.7
Dimensions:
- Length: 174.6mm (6.87 in)
- Width: 66.0mm (2.60 in)
- Height: 12.9mm (0.51 in)
Weight:
- 0.45 lb (0.2 kg)
Operating Environment:
- Temperature: 5°C to 55°C (41°F to 131°F)
- Humidity: 8% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Power Consumption:
- Max power consumption: 12.75W