HPE P56918-B21 Cable Kit

2SFF NVMe direct attach balanced cable kit for ProLiant DL365 Gen11

Key Takeaways

  • Designed for compatible HPE ProLiant DL365 Gen11 server configurations.

  • Supports a 2SFF internal NVMe direct attach layout.

  • Balanced cable kit for direct-attached NVMe storage connections.

About The HPE P56918-B21

The HPE P56918-B21 is a 2SFF NVMe Direct Attach Balanced Cable Kit for the HPE ProLiant DL365 Gen11 server. It provides the cabling required for direct-attached NVMe storage connections in supported server configurations.

This kit is designed for two small form factor drive connections. Its direct attach design connects compatible NVMe storage devices to the server without relying on a separate shared storage fabric. The balanced cable arrangement supports the required internal connection layout for the applicable ProLiant DL365 Gen11 configuration.

Use the P56918-B21 when expanding or servicing a compatible HPE ProLiant DL365 Gen11 system with 2SFF NVMe storage. It is a server-specific cable kit rather than a storage drive, controller, or backplane.

Key Features

  • HPE server cable kit with part number P56918-B21
  • Designed for the ProLiant DL365 Gen11 platform
  • Supports two small form factor NVMe connections
  • Uses a direct attach storage connection design
  • Balanced cable configuration for the supported internal drive layout
  • Intended for compatible 2SFF NVMe server configurations

Technical Specifications

Part Number P56918-B21
Brand HPE
Type NVMe direct attach balanced cable kit
Form Factor 2SFF
Interface NVMe direct attach
Compatible Systems HPE ProLiant DL365 Gen11

What is the HPE P56918-B21?

The P56918-B21 is an HPE 2SFF NVMe Direct Attach Balanced Cable Kit for compatible ProLiant DL365 Gen11 server configurations.

What storage interface does this cable kit support?

This kit supports direct-attached NVMe storage connections.

What does 2SFF mean for this HPE cable kit?

2SFF identifies the supported two small form factor internal drive layout.

Which server uses the P56918-B21 cable kit?

The cable kit is designed for the HPE ProLiant DL365 Gen11 server.

Is the P56918-B21 an NVMe drive?

No. The P56918-B21 is a server cable kit used to connect compatible NVMe storage devices.