HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit

Power your data center with unmatched efficiency and reliability. The HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Power Supply Kit is engineered for modern, high-density server environments where every watt counts. Featuring 80 PLUS Platinum-certified performance and up to 96% peak efficiency, these flexible slot power supplies minimize energy waste while delivering robust, dependable power to demanding workloads. The 25% smaller form factor means more room for airflow, more server density, and easier deployment in tight racks—without sacrificing performance or resilience. Built for hot-swappable operation, low halogen construction, and seamless integration with HPE servers, this kit is a smart investment for operators aiming to lower total cost of ownership, reduce cooling requirements, and improve data center throughput.

• Up to 96% efficiency with 80 PLUS Platinum certification, designed to cut power waste and lower the overall energy consumption of your data center while maintaining peak(server) performance under load.
• 1600W maximum output in a flexible slot form factor that is 25% smaller than traditional power supplies, enabling higher rack density, easier cable management, and improved airflow for cooler operation.
• Hot-plug capability and low halogen construction allow quick replacements without server downtime and a reduced environmental impact, supporting safer maintenance windows and improved sustainability.
• Designed for compatibility with HPE flexible slot power supply slots across a broad range of ProLiant and HPE server platforms, ensuring reliable power delivery for critical workloads and scalable deployments.
• Delivers lower total cost of ownership through energy savings, reduced cooling load, and enhanced reliability, while maintaining consistent performance across varied workload profiles such as virtualization, databases, analytics, and high-performance computing.

Technical Details of HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit

• Power output: 1600 Watts maximum to support high-demand server configurations and dedicate headroom for peak workloads.
• Efficiency: Up to 96% in optimal operating conditions with 80 PLUS Platinum certification, delivering superior energy efficiency across load ranges.
• Form factor: Flexible Slot power supply design that enables compact deployment and 25% smaller footprint compared to standard power supplies, accelerating server density gains.
• Cooling and acoustics: Optimized thermal performance to maintain stable operation under sustained workloads while minimizing noise and heat generation in data center environments.
• Construction: Low halogen materials to improve safety and reduce environmental impact, aligning with green data center initiatives and compliance needs.
• Installation and maintenance: Hot-plug capable for rapid replacement without powering down the entire server, enabling higher uptime and simplified maintenance procedures.
• Compatibility: Engineered for HPE Flexible Slot power supply slots, ensuring reliable integration with supported HPE ProLiant and other compatible HPE servers.
• Reliability and safety: Built to meet stringent server-grade reliability standards with robust protection features to guard against short circuits, overvoltage, and other electrical anomalies.

how to install HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit

• Power down the server and disconnect it from the power source. Ensure you follow your data center’s safety and electrostatic discharge procedures before handling any internal components.
• Locate the existing power supply slot dedicated to flexible slot power supplies in the server chassis and verify compatibility with the HPE kit.
• Remove the current power supply module if you are performing a replacement. If this is a hot-swap scenario, disable the affected component through the server management interface and prepare the incoming HPE 1600W unit.
• Gently align the HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Power Supply into the slot, ensuring the connectors engage cleanly and the unit seats securely in place. Reconnect any required cables and secure the release or latch mechanism according to the chassis design.
• Power the server back on and verify operation through the management interface. Confirm that the new power supply reports as healthy, that there are no fault codes, and that the server recognizes the power supply’s full 1600W capacity for sustained workloads. Monitor for proper thermal performance during initial run-in.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the primary benefit of the HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Power Supply Kit?
• A: The kit delivers exceptionally high efficiency (up to 96% with 80 PLUS Platinum), reduces energy waste, enables denser server configurations with its 25% smaller form factor, and supports hot-swappable operation to maximize uptime and ease maintenance in data center environments.
• Q: Is this power supply compatible with all HPE servers?
• A: It is designed for HPE Flexible Slot power supply slots and is intended for use with supported HPE server families, such as ProLiant platforms that support flexible slot modules. Always verify compatibility with your specific server model and firmware version before purchasing.
• Q: Does the kit require any special tools or firmware updates?
• A: No specialized tools are typically required for installation beyond standard server maintenance practices. In some cases, firmware or management controller updates may be recommended to optimize recognition and monitoring of the new power supply in the server’s management interface.
• Q: How does the 25% smaller form factor impact data center density?
• A: The reduced footprint frees rack space and improves airflow within the chassis, enabling higher density deployments and better cooling efficiency, which can translate into lower operational costs and increased capacity for additional devices in the same rack footprint.
• Q: What about environmental considerations?
• A: The low halogen design helps minimize hazardous material emissions, contributing to safer emergency response and reduced environmental impact, while the high efficiency reduces power draw and cooling requirements in data centers.