HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus Networking Adapters
Genuine HPE network adapters for the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus, new and refurbished. This is the DL380 generation that switched from FlexibleLOM to OCP 3.0 — and it ships with no standard network ports, so every build takes an OCP card or a stand-up PCIe adapter.
DL380 Gen10 Plus Networking Specifications
- Form factors: OCP 3.0 cards (BTO models come with a primary OCP card pre-selected) and PCIe 4.0 stand-up adapters
- Network ports: none standard — the QuickSpecs require a choice of OCP or stand-up networking
- Speeds: 1GbE BASE-T through 10GbE and 10/25GbE SFP28, plus higher-speed and SmartNIC options (including the Pensando DSC-25 distributed services card)
OCP 3.0 replaced FlexibleLOM on this generation. Gen10 FlexibleLOM adapters do not fit the DL380 Gen10 Plus — and with no standard network ports, every build needs an OCP 3.0 card or a stand-up PCIe adapter.
Which network adapter fits the DL380 Gen10 Plus?
| Speed | Media | Form factors |
|---|---|---|
| 1GbE | RJ-45 BASE-T | OCP 3.0 or PCIe |
| 10GbE | BASE-T or SFP+ | OCP 3.0 or PCIe |
| 10/25GbE | SFP28 | OCP 3.0 or PCIe |
Choosing the Right DL380 Gen10 Plus Network Adapter
- OCP 3.0 replaced FlexibleLOM on this generation — Gen10 FlexibleLOM adapters do not fit; buy OCP 3.0 cards or PCIe stand-ups.
- Use the OCP slot first to keep PCIe 4.0 slots free for storage controllers and accelerators.
- Match the media to your fabric: BASE-T for existing copper; SFP28 with DACs or optics ordered separately.
- 25GbE is the practical default for this platform's typical roles — SFP28 negotiates down to 10GbE during transitions.
Complete Your DL380 Gen10 Plus Build
Finish the platform with DL380 Gen10 Plus memory, drives, storage controllers, processors, and power supplies, or browse the full DL380 Gen10 Plus parts page. Neighboring generations: DL380 Gen10 adapters and DL380 Gen11 adapters. Catalog-wide: HPE parts by server model.
DL380 Gen10 Plus Networking Adapters FAQ
Does the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus have built-in Ethernet ports?
No - the QuickSpecs list no standard network ports aside from iLO management. Every configuration requires an OCP 3.0 networking card or a stand-up PCIe adapter; build-to-order models ship with a primary OCP card pre-selected.
Can I use a FlexibleLOM adapter from a DL380 Gen10 in the Gen10 Plus?
No - the Gen10 Plus replaced FlexibleLOM with the OCP 3.0 standard. The two form factors are physically incompatible; choose OCP 3.0 cards for this platform.
What is an OCP 3.0 network adapter?
An industry-standard mezzanine networking card that slides into a dedicated slot, keeping PCIe slots free. The Gen10 Plus was the first DL380 generation to use it, and OCP 3.0 carried forward to Gen11 and Gen12.
Do 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.
What is the fastest networking option for the DL380 Gen10 Plus?
Mainstream builds top out with 10/25GbE SFP28 adapters in OCP and PCIe forms; the platform also lists specialty options like the Pensando DSC-25 SmartNIC for distributed services offload.
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