P48183-B21 - HPE NS204i-u Gen11 NVMe Boot Optimized Storage Device

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P48183-B21 HPE NS204i-u Gen11 NVMe Boot Optimized Storage Device is a dedicated, enterprise-grade OS boot solution designed specifically for HPE Gen11 servers. Engineered as a self-contained module, this device enables organizations to isolate operating systems from primary storage, improving both performance and data integrity in modern virtualized and hybrid IT environments.

Built with dual 480GB NVMe M.2 SSDs configured in hardware RAID 1, the NS204i-u delivers high-speed boot performance and built-in redundancy to ensure continuous system availability. Its plug-and-play architecture requires no configuration or cabling, simplifying deployment while freeing up valuable front drive bays for application storage.

Organizations deploy this solution to enhance resiliency, reduce downtime, and streamline server architecture, particularly in virtualization platforms like VMware, Microsoft environments, and Linux-based infrastructures. With hot-plug flexibility and NVMe performance delivering up to 4x faster reads than SATA, the P48183-B21 is a critical component for modern, high-availability server deployments. 

Key Features – HPE NS204i-u Gen11 (P48183-B21)

• Processor:
N/A (boot device module)

• Memory:
N/A

• Storage:
2 × 480GB NVMe M.2 SSD (RAID 1 mirrored)

• Controller:
Integrated hardware RAID 1 boot controller

• Networking / Ports:
Uses server internal interfaces

• Power & Cooling:
Powered via server system board (no external PSU required)

• Management:
Integrated with HPE server management (iLO supported environment)

• Security:
Supports OS-level encryption and secure boot environments

• Form Factor:
Dedicated internal slot (rear or front install depending on server)

Technical Specifications

• Processor Type:
N/A

• Chipset / Platform:
Supported on HPE Gen11 compute platforms

• Memory Technology:
N/A

• Storage Interface:
NVMe (PCIe Gen3) 

• RAID Support:
Preconfigured hardware RAID 1 only 

• Expansion Slots:
Does not require PCIe slot (Gen11 universal install) 

• Networking:
N/A

• I/O Ports:
Internal dedicated boot slot

• Operating System Compatibility:
VMware, Microsoft Windows Server, Linux distributions 

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor:
Dedicated internal boot device module

• Weight:
o 0.191 kg
o 0.421 lbs 

• Dimensions:
o 222.25 mm × 252.48 mm × 65.02 mm
o 8.75 in × 9.94 in × 2.56 in 

• Rack Compatibility:
Compatible with HPE Gen11 rack and tower servers (internal install)

Ideal For

• VMware and hypervisor boot environments
• Microsoft Azure Stack HCI deployments
• Linux-based enterprise infrastructure
• Data centers requiring OS/data separation
• High-availability environments with RAID 1 boot redundancy
• Servers where front drive bays must be reserved for data

Warranty & Support

• 3-Year HPE Limited Warranty (SSD / add-in device)
• Customer Self Repair (CSR) supported
• Compatible with HPE support services:

• HPE Foundation Care 
• HPE Proactive Care 

FAQs – HPE NS204i-u Gen11 (P48183-B21)

1. What is the purpose of this device?
It provides a dedicated OS boot solution, separating the operating system from primary data storage.

2. Does it support RAID?
Yes, it is preconfigured with hardware RAID 1, ensuring OS redundancy.

3. Can I use this for general storage?
No, it is designed specifically for OS boot, not primary data workloads.

4. Does it require a PCIe slot?
No, the Gen11 “-u” version installs in a dedicated slot without consuming PCIe lanes.

5. Is it hot-swappable?
Yes, it supports hot-plug installation depending on server configuration.

6. Which environments benefit most from this device?
Virtualized environments like VMware, Windows Server, and Linux deployments benefit most due to OS isolation and resiliency.