GENERIC HPE HDD BACKPLANE BOARD SFF

When a server's storage backplane fails, downtime is measured in lost revenue. This HPE 8-bay SFF backplane board restores full hot-swap capability to ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 servers, supporting both SAS and SATA drives at up to 12 Gbps. Unlike generic replacements, it matches HPE's exact mechanical and electrical specifications, ensuring a drop-in fit and reliable RAID operation.

Highlights

• 8 drive bays for 2.5-inch SFF SAS or SATA hard drives/SSDs
• Dual Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) host connectors for high-speed data paths
• Supports 12 Gbps SAS-3 and 6 Gbps SATA-III transfer rates
• Hot-swap support with per-drive activity and status LEDs
• 6-pin power connector for stable 12V DC input from server PSU
• Compatible with HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9, DL360 Gen10, and similar rack-mount servers

In daily use

Installation is straightforward: secure the board into the server's drive cage, connect the two Mini-SAS HD cables to the RAID controller, and attach the 6-pin power lead. The backplane then provides a robust interface for up to eight 2.5-inch drives, allowing IT staff to swap failed drives without powering down the server. LED indicators on each bay give immediate visual confirmation of drive activity and health, simplifying maintenance in busy data centers.

Full specifications

• Product type: Hard drive backplane board
• Drive bays: 8
• Drive form factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Supported drive interfaces: SAS, SATA
• Maximum data transfer rate: 12 Gbps (SAS-3), 6 Gbps (SATA-III)
• Host interface: 2 x Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643)
• Power connector: 1 x 6-pin
• Power input: 12V DC from server PSU
• LED indicators: Activity, Status
• Material: PCB, metal
• Mounting: Screw-in, internal server component
• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen9/Gen10 servers (e.g., DL380 Gen9, DL360 Gen10)
• Part numbers: Assembly 822567-001, Spare 826390-001, Option kit 777281-B21

Final note

This backplane board is a genuine HPE spare part, ensuring compatibility and reliability for your ProLiant server. Verify your server model and drive cage configuration before ordering.