HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 Adapters
Genuine HPE adapters for the HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus v2, new and refurbished. Networking on this 1U platform comes entirely from add-in cards — one optional OCP 3.0 slot plus the PCIe 4.0 riser slots — because the standard interface list carries only a 1Gb dedicated iLO port.
DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 Adapter Specifications
- Form factors: one optional OCP 3.0 slot, plus PCIe 4.0 stand-up cards — slot 1 full-height x16 and slot 2 low-profile x16 in the primary riser, plus an optional slot 3 on the secondary riser
- Ethernet speeds: 1GbE 4-port BASE-T, 10GbE BASE-T and SFP+, 10/25GbE SFP28 in 2- and 4-port, and 100/200Gb QSFP28 and QSFP56
- Silicon: HPE-qualified Broadcom, Intel, Mellanox, and Xilinx adapters — most 1GbE through 25GbE parts exist in both PCIe and OCP3 versions
- InfiniBand: HDR100 and HDR 200Gb QSFP56 PCIe4 x16 adapters, plus a 200Gb QSFP56 OCP3 adapter
- Fibre Channel: Emulex SN1200E, SN1610E, and SN1700E and QLogic SN1100Q and SN1610Q HBAs from 16Gb to 64Gb
- Cabling: DAC cables and fiber transceivers are purchased separately; several OCP3 adapters also need the OCP Upgrade Cable Kit
Every build needs an adapter. The DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 has no production networking of its own — the standard interface list carries only a 1Gb dedicated iLO port. Check the cable kit too: the MCX562A 25GbE OCP3, both 200Gb QSFP56 OCP3 adapters, and the Intel E810 100GbE OCP3 all require the OCP Upgrade Cable Kit.
Which network adapter fits the DL325 Gen10 Plus v2?
| Speed | Media | Form factors | Slot and cooling notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GbE | RJ-45 BASE-T, 4-port | OCP 3.0 or PCIe | Intel I350-T4 and Broadcom BCM5719 |
| 10GbE | BASE-T or SFP+ | OCP 3.0 or PCIe | Broadcom BCM57416/57412 and Intel X710-DA2 |
| 10/25GbE | SFP28 | OCP 3.0 or PCIe | 2-port and 4-port; the MCX562A OCP3 needs the OCP Upgrade Cable Kit |
| 100/200GbE | QSFP28 or QSFP56 | OCP 3.0 or PCIe | Not supported in slot 3; requires the Max Performance Fan Kit |
| InfiniBand HDR / HDR100 | QSFP56 | OCP 3.0 or PCIe 4.0 x16 | Ambient limits vary by slot; only the 1-port HDR100 card is listed for slot 3 |
The 100Gb and 200Gb cards are what constrain the build. The QuickSpecs publishes a recommended ambient temperature per PCIe slot for each, tops out at slot 1, and lists slot 3 as unsupported — and active optical cables drop the allowance further still.
Choosing the Right DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 Adapter
- Fill the OCP 3.0 slot first — it keeps both primary-riser PCIe slots free for storage controllers.
- Mind the riser trade-off: the full-height half-length secondary riser makes slot 2 unavailable, so a three-card build must stay low-profile.
- Cooling is part of the spec: the 100GbE and 200Gb QSFP56 adapters all require the Max Performance Fan Kit.
- Order optics and DACs separately — the part number covers the card only. BASE-T adapters use standard copper patch cables.
- Check the OCP cable kit: the MCX562A 25GbE OCP3, both 200Gb QSFP56 OCP3 adapters, and the Intel E810 100GbE OCP3 all require the OCP Upgrade Cable Kit.
Complete Your DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 Build
Finish the platform with DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 memory, drives, controllers, processors, and power supplies, or the full DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 parts page. Neighboring generations: DL325 Gen10 Plus adapters and DL325 Gen11 adapters, plus the two-socket DL385 Gen10 Plus v2 adapters. Catalog-wide: HPE parts by server model.
DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 Adapters FAQ
Does the HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 have built-in Ethernet ports?
The standard interface list covers a 1Gb dedicated iLO management port, VGA, USB, and an optional serial port. Production networking comes from the optional OCP 3.0 slot or a stand-up PCIe adapter - the pre-configured Network Choice models do not include an embedded LOM.
How many PCIe slots does the DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 have?
Two PCIe 4.0 x16 slots come standard in the primary riser - slot 1 full-height and slot 2 low profile - plus an optional slot 3 on the secondary riser. Choosing the full-height half-length secondary riser makes slot 2 unavailable.
What is the difference between OCP 3.0 and PCIe network adapters?
The same networking silicon in two mounting formats. OCP 3.0 adapters slide into the dedicated OCP slot and leave the PCIe riser slots free. Most 1GbE through 25GbE parts are offered both ways.
Can I install a 100GbE adapter in any slot of the DL325 Gen10 Plus v2?
No. The QuickSpecs lists slot 3 as unsupported for the 100Gb and 200Gb adapters and publishes a recommended ambient temperature per slot, with slot 1 allowing the highest. Those adapters also require the Max Performance Fan Kit.
Do DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 adapters include transceivers or cables?
No. Direct attach copper cables or fiber transceivers must be purchased separately. Several OCP3 adapters also need the OCP Upgrade Cable Kit before they will work in this chassis.
Does the DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 support Fibre Channel and InfiniBand?
Yes. The QuickSpecs lists Emulex and QLogic Fibre Channel HBAs from 16Gb to 64Gb - SN1200E, SN1610E, SN1700E, SN1100Q, and SN1610Q - plus InfiniBand HDR100 and HDR 200Gb QSFP56 adapters.
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