Power Supply Unit HPE 588603-B21 2400W

HP High Output Power Supply options are designed for use in HP c7000 BladeSystem and Superdome 2 enclosures. These power supplies create a single shared power pool accessible by any blade in the enclosure, allowing flexible power configuration and selectable redundancy levels. The c7000 enclosure supports up to six self-cooled high-efficiency power supplies (2250W -48VDC or 2400W AC), while the Superdome 2 supports up to twelve of the same power supplies. A zone-free power design enables both N+N and N+1 modes and facilitates future higher power requirements. The 2400W Platinum Power Supply delivers industry-leading efficiency for blade systems, exceeding 94% at peak and maintaining 89% efficiency at 10% load.

Advantages

Shared power pooling provides maximum flexibility for assigning power to blades and simplifies redundancy planning. The zone-free architecture supports both N+N and N+1 configurations, enabling straightforward scaling and future-proofing for increased power demand. High-efficiency designs reduce energy loss and cooling needs; the 2400W Platinum unit achieves over 94% peak efficiency and 89% efficiency at low load, improving overall data center energy performance.

Key specifications

• Supported enclosures: HP c7000 BladeSystem, HP Superdome 2
• c7000 capacity: up to 6 power supplies (2250W -48VDC or 2400W AC)
• Superdome 2 capacity: up to 12 power supplies (2250W -48VDC or 2400W AC)
• Power pool: single shared pool accessible by any blade
• Supported power modes: N+N and N+1 (zone-free design)
• 2400W Platinum unit efficiency: >94% peak, 89% at 10% load
• Cooling: self-cooled high-efficiency power supplies

How to use

Install compatible HP power supplies into the designated bays of the c7000 or Superdome 2 enclosure following HP hardware installation guidelines. Populate the enclosure with the desired number and type of power supplies to create the shared power pool, and configure redundancy (N+N or N+1) according to workload and availability requirements. Verify that the enclosure firmware and management software recognize the installed power supplies and monitor power and efficiency metrics as part of routine maintenance.

Recommendations

Choose the number and type of power supplies based on peak power requirements and desired redundancy. Use the 2400W Platinum units where efficiency at both high and low loads is a priority. Ensure firmware and enclosure management are up to date and plan capacity to allow headroom for future increases in power demand.