HPE ProLiant DL320e Gen8 v2 Networking Adapters
Genuine HPE network adapters for the HPE ProLiant DL320e Gen8 v2, new and refurbished. Every build already carries an embedded HPE Ethernet 1Gb 2-port NC332i adapter, and because this platform has no FlexibleLOM, anything faster is a stand-up PCIe card competing for one of only two slots.
DL320e Gen8 v2 Networking Specifications
- Embedded NC332i: dual-port 1GbE on a BCM5720 controller, RJ-45, x1 PCI Express at 5GT/s, 10/100/1000Base-T with IEEE 802.3az support
- Management: a separate 1Gb dedicated iLO remote management port, with NIC 1 doubling as the shared iLO connector
- 1GbE options: the 4-port NC365T, the 2-port 332T and the 2-port 361T — RJ-45 stand-up server adapters
- 10GbE options: the 2-port NC523SFP, the 2-port NC552SFP and the 2-port 560SFP+, all SFP+
- Memory requirement: HPE calls for a minimum of two gigabytes of server memory per 10 Gigabit adapter, and this platform stops at 32GB
- Slots and cabling: slot 1 is x8 electrical in an x16 connector, half-length and full-height; slot 2 is x4 electrical in an x8 connector and low profile. Direct attach copper cables and fiber transceivers are purchased separately
No FlexibleLOM here — every upgrade costs a slot. The DL320e Gen8 v2 has a fixed embedded 1Gb 2-port NC332i adapter and just two PCIe 3.0 slots, one of which a storage controller usually claims. Slot 2 is low profile with four electrical lanes, and HPE requires two gigabytes of server memory per 10 Gigabit adapter on a platform that stops at 32GB.
Which network adapter fits the DL320e Gen8 v2?
| Adapter | Speed and ports | Media | Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC332i | 1GbE, 2 ports | RJ-45 | Embedded on the system board |
| NC365T | 1GbE, 4 ports | RJ-45 | PCIe stand-up |
| 332T and 361T | 1GbE, 2 ports | RJ-45 | PCIe stand-up |
| NC523SFP, NC552SFP, 560SFP+ | 10GbE, 2 ports | SFP+ | PCIe stand-up |
Two slots is the whole expansion budget, and a storage controller usually wants one of them. Slot 2 is a low-profile connector with four electrical lanes, so check bracket and lane count before planning a 10GbE card there. The two-gigabytes-per-10Gb-adapter rule also bites harder here than on a bigger Gen8 server, because this one tops out at 32GB of memory.
Choosing the Right DL320e Gen8 v2 Network Adapter
- Use the embedded ports first. The NC332i gives two 1GbE ports on every build without spending a PCIe slot.
- Budget memory for 10GbE. Two gigabytes of server memory per 10 Gigabit adapter is a real fraction of a 32GB ceiling, so plan DIMMs alongside the NIC.
- Match media to your fabric. The RJ-45 1GbE cards run on existing copper; SFP+ cards need direct attach cables or transceivers ordered separately.
- Mind slot 2's profile. It takes low-profile cards only, so a full-height card has to go in slot 1.
- Do not plan on a FlexibleLOM. This platform does not have one — the embedded NC332i is fixed, and the upgrade path is a stand-up PCIe adapter.
Complete Your DL320e Gen8 v2 Build
Finish the platform with DL320e Gen8 v2 memory, drives, storage controllers and rack options, or the full DL320e Gen8 v2 parts page. Neighbors: DL320e Gen8 adapters, ML310e Gen8 v2 adapters and DL320 Gen11 adapters. Catalog-wide: HPE parts by server model.
DL320e Gen8 v2 Networking Adapters FAQ
Does the HPE ProLiant DL320e Gen8 v2 have onboard network ports?
Yes. The server has an embedded HPE Ethernet 1Gb 2-port NC332i adapter on a BCM5720 controller, with RJ-45 connectors and 10/100/1000Base-T support. The iLO remote management network port is a separate 1Gb dedicated connector, and NIC 1 also acts as the shared iLO connector.
Can I add a 10GbE adapter to a DL320e Gen8 v2?
Yes, as a stand-up PCIe card. The QuickSpecs list the NC523SFP 10Gb 2-port, the NC552SFP 10Gb 2-port and the Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 560SFP+. HPE requires a minimum of two gigabytes of server memory per 10 Gigabit adapter.
Does the DL320e Gen8 v2 take a FlexibleLOM?
No. Unlike the larger Gen8 rack servers, this platform has a fixed embedded dual-port NC332i adapter and two PCIe 3.0 slots. Any network upgrade is a stand-up PCIe card rather than a FlexibleLOM mezzanine.
How many PCIe slots does the DL320e Gen8 v2 have for network cards?
Two. Slot 1 is x8 electrical in an x16 connector and takes half-length, full-height cards; slot 2 is x4 electrical in an x8 connector and is low profile. A storage controller usually claims one of them.
Do DL320e Gen8 v2 10GbE adapters include cables or transceivers?
No. HPE states that direct attach copper cables for copper environments, or fiber transceivers and cables for fiber-optic environments, must be purchased separately. The RJ-45 1GbE adapters connect with standard copper patch cables.
Does the DL320e Gen8 v2 support PXE boot and Wake-on-LAN?
Yes. Both PXE Support and WOL Support are listed under the platform's Industry Standard Compliance, alongside PCIe 3.0, ACPI 2.0b, USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 compliance.
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