HPE DL38X Gen10 Plus Universal Media Bay Kit P14609-B21

The HPE DL38X Gen10 Plus Universal Media Bay Kit P14609-B21 is a versatile storage expansion solution designed for HPE ProLiant DL380 and DL385 Gen10 Plus servers. This kit transforms the optical drive bay into a flexible media bay that accommodates various storage devices including 2.5″ SATA/SAS drives, M.2 NVMe SSDs, and optical drives.

Key features include hot-swappable drive support, tool-free installation, and compatibility with both legacy and modern storage technologies. The kit maximizes server storage density without requiring additional rack space, making it ideal for space-constrained data centers. It supports RAID configurations and provides seamless integration with HPE’s Smart Array controllers.

Benefits include increased storage flexibility, improved server utilization, reduced total cost of ownership, and simplified maintenance through hot-swap capabilities. The unique selling proposition lies in its universal design that future-proofs server investments by supporting multiple storage form factors in a single bay, enabling organizations to adapt their storage strategy as technology evolves without hardware replacement.