HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Networking Adapters
Genuine HPE network adapters for the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10, new and refurbished. Networking here comes in two shapes: a single FlexibleLOM slot and PCIe 3.0 stand-up cards — plus an embedded 4 × 1GbE 331i adapter on boards that shipped with one.
DL385 Gen10 Networking Specifications
- Embedded: a 4 × 1GbE 331i adapter where equipped — HPE does not fit it on boards built for 7xx2 series processors
- Form factors: one FlexibleLOM slot (FLR adapters) plus PCIe 3.0 stand-up cards; only one FlexibleLOM can be installed
- Speeds: 1GbE BASE-T, 10GbE BASE-T and SFP+, 10/25GbE SFP28, 100GbE QSFP28, and 100/200Gb InfiniBand-Ethernet QSFP56 cards
- Silicon: HPE-qualified Broadcom, Intel, QLogic, and Mellanox adapters, most offered in both FLR and PCIe versions
- Requirements: HPE specifies a minimum of 2GB of server memory per adapter, and DACs or optics are always purchased separately
Don't assume you have onboard networking. The DL385 Gen10 embedded 4 × 1GbE 331i adapter is not fitted on boards built for 7xx2 series processors. On those systems every Ethernet port comes from the single FlexibleLOM slot or a PCIe 3.0 stand-up card — and only one FlexibleLOM can be installed.
Which network adapter fits the DL385 Gen10?
| Speed | Media | Form factors |
|---|---|---|
| 1GbE | RJ-45 BASE-T | FlexibleLOM or PCIe |
| 10GbE | BASE-T or SFP+ | FlexibleLOM or PCIe |
| 10/25GbE | SFP28 | FlexibleLOM or PCIe |
| 100GbE and 200Gb | QSFP28 or QSFP56 | PCIe 3.0 x16 only |
Slot budget is the real constraint. A single-processor DL385 Gen10 has only the three primary riser slots, because both the secondary and tertiary risers require the second processor — so putting your main NIC in the FlexibleLOM slot keeps PCIe free for storage controllers and accelerators.
Choosing the Right DL385 Gen10 Network Adapter
- Confirm what your board already has: the embedded 4 × 1GbE ports are absent on 7xx2-generation boards, so a system that looks like it has four onboard ports may not.
- Use the FlexibleLOM slot first — but remember only one FlexibleLOM can be added, so decide between 10GbE and 25GbE there before filling PCIe.
- Match the media to your fabric: BASE-T for existing copper, SFP28 and QSFP with DACs or optics ordered separately.
- Mind the PCIe generation: every slot on this platform is PCIe 3.0, so a 100GbE or 200Gb card wants a full x16 connector to stretch its legs.
Complete Your DL385 Gen10 Build
Finish the platform with DL385 Gen10 memory, drives, storage controllers, processors, and power supplies, or browse the full DL385 Gen10 parts page. Related platforms: DL385 Gen10 Plus adapters, DL325 Gen10 adapters, and DL380 Gen10 adapters. Catalog-wide: HPE parts by server model.
DL385 Gen10 Networking Adapters FAQ
Does the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 have built-in Ethernet ports?
Sometimes. The server shipped with a 4 x 1GbE 331i embedded adapter where equipped, but HPE states it is not fitted on new boards for 7xx2 series processors. A dedicated iLO management port is always present.
How many FlexibleLOM adapters can the DL385 Gen10 take?
One. HPE states that only one FlexibleLOM can be added to the server, though it is upgradeable and can be changed from the original configuration after the server ships.
What network speeds does the DL385 Gen10 support?
1GbE BASE-T, 10GbE in BASE-T and SFP+, 10/25GbE SFP28, 100GbE QSFP28, and 100Gb or 200Gb InfiniBand and Ethernet QSFP56 adapters on PCIe 3.0 x16.
Do SFP28 and QSFP adapters include transceivers?
No. The adapter part number covers the card only. Direct Attach Cables for copper environments, or transceivers and fiber for optical environments, must be purchased separately.
Why do I only have three PCIe slots for network cards?
The primary riser ships with three PCIe 3.0 slots. The secondary and tertiary risers, which add up to five more, both require the second processor to be installed.
Is there a memory requirement for adding network adapters?
Yes. HPE specifies a minimum of two gigabytes of server memory per installed adapter, which is worth checking on a lightly populated server before you add several cards.
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