HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Networking Adapters
Genuine HPE network adapters for the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10, new and refurbished. Gen10 networking comes in three layers: the embedded 4 × 1GbE ports on standard models, the FlexibleLOM slot for the primary adapter, and PCIe stand-up cards for everything beyond.
DL380 Gen10 Networking Specifications
- Embedded: 4 × 1GbE on standard models (Networking Choice models ship without embedded NICs and take a FlexibleLOM instead)
- FlexibleLOM slot: the Gen10 primary-NIC form factor — 1GbE, 10GbE BASE-T/SFP+, and 10/25GbE SFP28 options
- PCIe stand-up: additional 1GbE through 10/25GbE and higher-speed adapters
FlexibleLOM, not OCP. The DL380 Gen10's modular NIC slot takes FlexibleLOM cards — OCP 3.0 adapters from Gen10 Plus and later do not fit, and Networking Choice models ship without the embedded 4 × 1GbE ports.
Which network adapter fits the DL380 Gen10?
| Layer | Speeds | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Embedded 4 × 1GbE | 1GbE | Standard models; management + light traffic |
| FlexibleLOM | 1GbE to 10/25GbE SFP28 | Primary NIC without consuming a PCIe slot |
| PCIe adapters | 1GbE to 10/25GbE and up | Expansion beyond the FlexibleLOM |
Choosing the Right DL380 Gen10 Network Adapter
- FlexibleLOM is Gen10-specific: it is not OCP — Gen10 Plus and later use OCP 3.0 cards, which do not fit this server (and vice versa).
- Use the FlexibleLOM slot first to keep PCIe slots free for storage controllers and other cards.
- Match the media to your fabric: BASE-T for existing copper; SFP+/SFP28 with DACs or optics ordered separately.
- 10/25GbE SFP28 is the sensible ceiling for most Gen10 roles — it negotiates down to 10GbE and keeps the server fabric-compatible through upgrades.
Complete Your DL380 Gen10 Build
Finish the platform with DL380 Gen10 memory, drives, storage controllers, processors, and power supplies, or browse the full DL380 Gen10 parts page. Neighboring generations: DL380 Gen10 Plus adapters and DL380 Gen11 adapters. Catalog-wide: HPE parts by server model.
DL380 Gen10 Networking Adapters FAQ
Does the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 have built-in Ethernet ports?
Standard models include an embedded 4 x 1GbE adapter; Networking Choice (NC) models ship without embedded NICs and come with a FlexibleLOM pre-selected instead. Check the rear of your server or iLO to see which build you have.
What is a FlexibleLOM adapter?
HPE's Gen10-era modular NIC that slots into a dedicated bay, providing the primary network ports without consuming a PCIe slot - available from 1GbE up to 10/25GbE SFP28.
Can I use an OCP 3.0 adapter in the DL380 Gen10?
No - OCP 3.0 arrived with the Gen10 Plus. The DL380 Gen10 takes FlexibleLOM cards in its dedicated slot, plus standard PCIe adapters. The two modular formats are not interchangeable.
What is the fastest networking option for the DL380 Gen10?
Mainstream options top out at 10/25GbE SFP28 in both FlexibleLOM and PCIe forms - the right ceiling for most of this platform's roles, with higher-speed PCIe options available for special cases.
Do SFP+ and SFP28 adapters include transceivers?
No - the part number covers the card only. Order DAC cables or optics matched to your switch separately; BASE-T adapters connect with standard copper patch cables.
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