P78279-B21 HPE NS204i-u v2 480GB NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimized Storage Device
The P78279-B21 HPE NS204i-u v2 480GB NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimized Storage Device represents a cutting-edge advancement in enterprise-grade server deployment and operating system management. Specifically engineered for mission-critical HPE ProLiant environments, this hardware-based boot solution delivers unparalleled reliability, enhanced security, and streamlined storage efficiency.
This sophisticated boot device utilizes dual 480GB NVMe M.2 solid-state drives configured in a pre-installed, hardware-controlled RAID 1 array. This mirroring architecture guarantees continuous uptime and seamless fault tolerance, protecting vital system operations against single-drive failures. The hot-pluggable implementation ensures maintenance and drive replacements can be executed without system interruption.
The core functionality centers on its dedicated NVMe interface, which yields substantially higher throughput and reduced latency compared to traditional SATA or SAS boot solutions. It interfaces directly via the specialized HPE server slot, preserving standard PCIe expansion lanes and front-drive bays for data storage workloads.
| Specification Parameter | Detailed Configuration Value |
|---|---|
| Spare Part Number | P78279-B21 |
| Device Model Name | HPE NS204i-u v2 Boot Optimized Storage Device |
| Drive Interface Type | NVMe (PCIe Gen3 x4 equivalent performance) |
| Storage Capacity | 480GB (Dual internal M.2 SSDs included) |
| RAID Configuration | Hardware-controlled RAID 1 (Pre-configured Mirroring) |
| Form Factor Module | Hot-plug universal boot module / dedicated slot fitment |
| Serviceability Feature | Hot-swappable enterprise SSD deployment |
| Supported Platforms | HPE ProLiant Gen11 / Selected Enterprise Servers |
| Workload Type | Read Intensive OS Boot Optimization |
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