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866723-B21
HPE XL230k NVMe Enablement FIO Kit
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866723-B21-HPE XL230k NVMe Enablement FIO Kit is an expansion solution designed to enable NVMe storage capability in server environments. This kit integrates into a standard PCIe x4 slot and is built around HPE’s engineering expertise, providing optimal performance via the PCIe 3.0 interface. Its design focuses on accelerating storage expansion and enhancing server responsiveness, making it an essential upgrade for businesses seeking to leverage high-speed NVMe SSDs.
The 866723-B21-HPE XL230k NVMe Enablement FIO Kit features a low-profile bracket that fits seamlessly into dense server architectures while offering full-height support where required. With passive cooling and broad operating system compatibility including Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi, this kit is purpose-built for storage expansion in enterprise environments, ensuring reliable performance and integration into HPE server platforms.
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NVMe enablement kit unlocked full flash performance on XL230k. Installation was clean and performance gains were immediate.
OEM FIO kit ensured compatibility and stable NVMe operation.
Enabled high speed storage without configuration headaches.
Solid upgrade for NVMe workloads.
Reliable kit that worked exactly as specified.
The HPE XL230k NVMe Enablement FIO Kit (866723-B21) is a field-installable option that unlocks NVMe support on the Apollo XL230k server, enabling high-performance PCIe Gen3 flash storage.
The 866723-B21 kit is specifically designed for the HPE Apollo XL230k server series with the corresponding FIO backplane and PCIe architecture.
By unlocking native NVMe over PCIe Gen3 lanes, the kit delivers sub-millisecond latency, up to 32,000 IOPS per drive, and sustained high throughput for data-intensive workloads.
With the 866723-B21 kit, the Apollo XL230k server can support up to 24 NVMe U.2 drives across its FIO backplane.
No. The kit provides firmware and backplane activation only; you must purchase NVMe U.2 drives separately.
Ensure your server is running the latest HPE BIOS, iLO, and System ROM as specified in the HPE support matrix for XL230k NVMe enablement.
Shut down the server, insert the FIO card into the designated PCIe slot, apply the kit’s activation key per the QuickSpecs, then reboot to complete NVMe configuration.
No. Installing the official HPE 866723-B21 kit maintains full warranty coverage, provided installation follows HPE guidelines.
Yes. The FIO kit allows mixed drive populations; you can run NVMe U.2 and SAS/SATA U.2 drives concurrently on supported backplane slots.
A Phillips #1 screwdriver and an anti-static wrist strap are all you need to safely install the FIO card and activation hardware.
Replacement kits and components are available through HPE authorized resellers or the official HPE Parts Store using SKU 866723-B21.
Boot into HPE System Utilities and check the Device List for NVMe UUIDs, or confirm NVMe drives appear in the OS under /dev/nvme*.
HPE supports major Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) and Windows Server 2016/2019 with NVMe driver updates applied.
Yes. NVMe U.2 drives are fully hot-pluggable; always follow the proper software unload and alert indicators before removal.
The kit includes an FIO PCIe Gen3 x16 enablement card, activation key, and cabling, supporting up to 24 NVMe U.2 devices at 8 GT/s per lane.
No. The 866723-B21 kit enables direct-attached NVMe; for NVMe-oF, you must deploy separate HPE network adapters and fabric configurations.
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