HPE 500W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit

Upgrade your data center power efficiency without sacrificing IT performance with the HPE 500W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit. This high-efficiency power solution is engineered for HP ProLiant servers and a range of compatible platforms, delivering reliable 500W output while driving energy savings through 80 Plus Titanium-certified performance. The Flex Slot design offers flexible deployment across multiple server generations, enabling seamless upgrades as workloads grow. Built to HP’s exacting reliability standards, this kit features hot-plug capability for minimal downtime, and low halogen materials to reduce environmental impact while maintaining top-tier durability. Whether you’re modernizing a dense rack environment or optimizing a new data center build, this power supply kit is engineered to improve power density, reduce waste heat, and support mission-critical workloads with consistent, robust wattage delivery.

• Maximize efficiency and cut operating costs with up to 96% overall efficiency at 50% load, 80 Plus Titanium certified. This high level of efficiency means less energy is wasted as heat, translating to cooler racks and lower cooling requirements. In real-world data center conditions, the Platinum-grade performance contributes to a lower total cost of ownership by reducing electricity use during peak and average loads, while maintaining stable performance for CPU, memory, and storage subsystems. The reliability of the Platinum standard supports consistent voltage rails and reduced ripple, which helps protect sensitive IT equipment from power irregularities and unplanned downtime.
• Flex Slot compatibility and scalable deployment. The Flex Slot form factor is designed to fit a broad range of HP ProLiant servers, including multiple generations, allowing you to standardize on a single high-efficiency power solution across your fleet. This adaptability makes it easier to consolidate spare parts, simplify maintenance schedules, and plan future upgrades without overhauling your power architecture. The kit’s design anticipates hot-swappable operation and straightforward field upgrades, enabling smoother transitions as compute demands evolve.
• Hot plug convenience and reliability. Engineered for minimal downtime, the hot-plug capability enables field replacement or upgrade without powering down the entire server. Combined with HP’s rigorous reliability engineering, this power supply delivers dependable wattage delivery and tight voltage regulation essential for critical workloads. Operational continuity is enhanced as technicians can perform maintenance during regular service windows, keeping application performance steady and avoiding disruptive outages.
• Low halogen materials and environmental responsibility. This kit employs low halogen components to reduce hazardous emissions and improve safety during maintenance and in fire scenarios. The low halogen construction aligns with RoHS compliance and HP’s sustainability commitments, helping data centers meet environmental goals while preserving performance and reliability. For IT managers pursuing green IT initiatives, this power supply offers a practical path to energy-efficient operation without sacrificing the robustness—and redundancy—needed in modern data centers.
• Ideal for data center modernization and energy resilience. Deploying the 500W Platinum Hot Plug kit across a fleet of HP servers standardizes power provisioning and simplifies spare parts planning. The compact, modular design reduces cable clutter and supports higher rack density in dense deployments. When integrated into energy-conscious IT environments, this kit helps organizations achieve better PUE metrics and demonstrate a commitment to sustainable, scalable infrastructure that can handle peak workloads with confidence.

Technical Details of HPE 500W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit

• Power rating: 500 Watts continuous output to support mid-range to high-load HP ProLiant servers.
• Efficiency: Up to 96% efficiency at 50% load, 80 Plus Titanium certified for top-tier energy performance.
• Form factor: Flex Slot power supply, designed for HP ProLiant servers and other compatible platforms.
• Hot plug: Yes, enabling field replacement without powering down the host or server.
• Halogen content: Low Halogen construction for safer maintenance and reduced environmental impact.
• Input voltage: 100–240 VAC wide input range to accommodate diverse data center power distribution.
• Output connections: Standard server power rails compatible with HP server backplanes.
• Certifications: 80 Plus Titanium certification; RoHS compliant.
• Compatibility: Designed for HP ProLiant servers that support the Flex Slot power architecture and the 500W Platinum hot-plug kit.

how to install HPE 500W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Low Halogen Power Supply Kit

• Power down the server and unplug all power connections before beginning installation.
• Confirm that your server model supports the Flex Slot 500W Platinum hot-plug kit and identify the correct slot for installation.
• If upgrading from an existing power module, carefully remove the old unit following the server’s maintenance guide and set it aside for proper disposal.
• With the server chassis open, align the new 500W Flex Slot kit with the slot guides and slide it into place until it engages with the backplane.
• Secure any required mounting hardware, reconnect backplane and any power cables, and ensure all connectors are firmly seated.
• Close the chassis, reconnect power, power on the server, and verify that the power supply is detected by the server management interface and delivering the expected wattage.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the power rating of this kit? A: It provides 500W of continuous output to support mid-range to high-load HP ProLiant servers.
• Q: Is this a hot-plug and redundant solution? A: Yes, the kit is designed for hot-plug operation to minimize downtime during maintenance and upgrades.
• Q: What does the "Platinum" designation indicate? A: The "Platinum" label corresponds to 80 Plus Titanium-level efficiency, delivering the highest efficiency available and reducing energy waste and cooling needs.
• Q: Is the kit halogen-free? A: Yes, it uses low halogen materials to reduce hazardous emissions and align with sustainability standards.
• Q: Which servers is it compatible with? A: It is designed for HP ProLiant servers that support the Flex Slot power architecture and the 500W Platinum hot-plug kit.
• Q: Can it help improve data center energy efficiency? A: Yes. The high efficiency and reduced cooling load contribute to a lower total cost of ownership and better PUE in dense deployments.