This item, P78425-001, is the HPE spare part number for the product described as NS204i‑u v2 480GB NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimized Storage Device. Further details below.
Upgrade your server infrastructure with the HPE NS204i-u v2 480GB NVMe Hot Plug Boot Optimized Storage Device (P78425-001). Designed specifically for the DL380 Gen12, DL360 Gen12, DL365 Gen11, and DL385 Gen11 servers, this media bay kit provides unparalleled reliability and performance. Featuring a hot plug design and RAID 1 configuration, this SSD offers enhanced data security and efficient storage management. Perfect for businesses looking to optimize server speed and storage capacity effortlessly.
HPE Option Part #: P78279-B21
HPE Spare Part #: P78425-001
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS FOR P78425-001:
- Brand: HPE
- Product Line: HPE
- Model: NS204i-u v2
- Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
- Features: Half-height, Half-length, Hot plug
- Hard Drive Form Factor Compatibility: M.2 2280
- Hard Drive Form Factor Compatibility (metric): M.2 2280
- Max Storage Devices: 2
- Product Type: Storage controller
- Hard Drive Capacity: 480 GB
- Hard Drive Type: Solid state
- Installed Quantity: 2
- Controller Interface: NVMe PCIe
- RAID Levels: RAID 1
- Weight: 6.7 ounce
- Power Device Type: None
- Physical Characteristics
- Hard Drive Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Hard Drive Form Factor (metric): M.2 2280
- Form Factor (Storage Controller): Plug-in card
- Host Bus Interface: PCIe 3.0
- Supported Devices: Disk array (RAID)
- Compliant Standards: Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 9, RoHS
COMPATIBLE WITH:
PROLIANT DL SERIES
** This list may not be complete. Contact us via Live Chat if you have any questions about compatibility.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR P78425-001:
- What servers are compatible with the P78425-001?
The P78425-001 is compatible with HPE servers DL380 Gen12, DL360 Gen12, DL365 Gen11, and DL385 Gen11. - How much storage does the P78425-001 provide?
The P78425-001 offers a 480GB solid-state storage capacity, optimized for high-performance tasks. - Does the P78425-001 support RAID configurations?
Yes, the P78425-001 supports RAID 1, ensuring data redundancy and enhanced storage reliability.
Last Updated: 2026-08-17
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This product is warrantied against hardware failure for a period of 1 Year from the date of purchase. Before making a purchase, please take a moment to review our return policy below.
Returns
It is the customer's responsibility to verify compatibility with their machine(s) before placing an order. If an item is ordered by mistake, it can be returned for refund, minus a 25% restocking fee, within 5 business days of receipt. The cost of freight is not refundable.
Please be aware that factory-sealed equipment can only be returned if it remains unopened.
Defective Products
If you have received a defective part and your machine is still within the HPE warranty period, please initiate a warranty exchange by visiting the HPE Enterprise Support Center. Be sure to have the serial numbers of the defective drive and your server/storage array handy.
In case your hardware becomes defective during the Global One warranty period, but the HPE warranty has expired, you can return the product to us for a working replacement. You are responsible for the shipment of returned merchandise. However, we will cover the expense of Ground /Economy shipment for the replacement item(s).
Requesting an RMA
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