HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen12 Networking Adapters

Genuine HPE network adapters for the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen12, new and refurbished. The platform has no embedded networking — every build needs at least one OCP 3.0 or PCIe stand-up adapter, chosen from HPE's qualified Broadcom, Intel, and Mellanox (NVIDIA) options.

DL580 Gen12 Networking Specifications

• Form factors: PCIe 5.0 stand-up cards and OCP 3.0 slots (Slot B standard, Slot A optional; x16 enablement kits available for both)
• Speeds: 1GbE BASE-T, 10GbE BASE-T and SFP+, 10/25GbE SFP28, and 100GbE QSFP28/QSFP56/QSFP112
• Silicon: Broadcom BCM5719/57412/57414/57416/57504/57608, Intel E810 family, Mellanox CX6-Lx/CX6-Dx class adapters
• InfiniBand: NDR/XDR InfiniBand and high-speed Ethernet DPU adapters are listed for post-launch availability

Every build needs an adapter. The DL580 Gen12 has no embedded production networking — aside from the dedicated iLO port — so plan at least one OCP 3.0 or PCIe network adapter into every configuration.

Which network adapter fits the DL580 Gen12?

Choosing the Right DL580 Gen12 Network Adapter

• Use OCP slots first — they deliver the same silicon without consuming the PCIe slots you may want for storage controllers or accelerators.
• Match the media to your switch fabric: BASE-T for existing copper, SFP28/QSFP for DAC or optics — transceivers and cables are separate.
• 25GbE is the practical default for new deployments: SFP28 ports negotiate down to 10GbE, protecting the investment during a fabric upgrade.
• Plan port counts around redundancy — two dual-port adapters across different slots beat one quad-port card for fault tolerance.

Complete Your DL580 Gen12 Build

Finish the platform with DL580 Gen12 memory, drives, storage controllers, processors, and power supplies, or browse the full DL580 Gen12 parts page. Previous generation: DL580 Gen10 adapters. Catalog-wide: HPE parts by server model.

DL580 Gen12 Networking Adapters FAQ

Does the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen12 have built-in Ethernet ports?
No - aside from the dedicated iLO management port, the DL580 Gen12 ships with no embedded production networking. Every configuration needs at least one OCP 3.0 or PCIe network adapter, which is why HPE offers Slot B OCP as standard.

What is the difference between OCP and PCIe network adapters?
The same networking silicon in two mounting formats. OCP 3.0 adapters slide into dedicated OCP bays and keep PCIe slots free; PCIe stand-up cards use regular slots. Choose OCP first and use PCIe cards when you need more ports than the OCP bays provide.

What is the fastest network adapter for the DL580 Gen12?
100GbE adapters - Broadcom BCM57608 (QSFP112), Mellanox MCX623106AS (QSFP56), and Intel E810-CQDA2 (QSFP28) in both PCIe and OCP versions. InfiniBand NDR/XDR options are listed for post-launch availability.

Do SFP28 and QSFP adapters include transceivers?
No. Adapter part numbers cover the card only; order DAC cables or optical transceivers that match your switch separately. BASE-T adapters, by contrast, connect with standard copper patch cables.

Can I mix Broadcom, Intel, and Mellanox adapters in one server?
Yes - all are HPE-qualified for the DL580 Gen12 and coexist without issue. Many builds pair an OCP Broadcom adapter for general traffic with a Mellanox or Intel card for storage or low-latency networks.

✅ Looking for a specific DL580 Gen12 network adapter? Browse our full selection above, or contact our HPE specialists for a guaranteed-compatible recommendation.

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