HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 2x8 Tertiary Riser Kit
The HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 2x8 Tertiary Riser Kit is a premium PCIe expansion solution designed for organizations requiring enhanced I/O flexibility in their enterprise server infrastructure. This tertiary riser card provides dual x8 PCIe connectivity, enabling deployment of additional add-in cards for high-performance computing, storage acceleration, and network expansion. Perfect for data centers running demanding workloads that require maximum expansion capabilities, this riser kit transforms your ML350 Gen11 server into a powerhouse of connectivity and performance.
Key Features
- Dual x8 PCIe expansion configuration for flexible add-in card deployment
- Tertiary riser design extends system expansion capabilities beyond primary slots
- Compatible with HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 server architecture
- Supports demanding workloads requiring multiple I/O devices
- Enterprise-grade reliability and HPE quality assurance
- Enables network, storage, and accelerator card integration
- Optimized for high-availability data center environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
P49693-B21 |
| Product Type |
Tertiary Riser Kit |
| PCIe Configuration |
Dual x8 lanes |
| Compatible Server |
HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 |
| Expansion Slots |
2 x PCIe x8 |
| Form Factor |
Riser Card Assembly |
| Warranty |
HPE Standard Hardware Warranty |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a tertiary riser kit for servers?
A tertiary riser kit is an expansion component that adds additional PCIe slots to your server beyond the primary and secondary riser configurations. The HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 2x8 Tertiary Riser Kit specifically provides dual x8 PCIe lanes, allowing deployment of more add-in cards for storage, networking, or compute acceleration.
How does PCIe expansion improve server performance?
PCIe expansion enables you to add specialized hardware like NVMe storage controllers, network interface cards, GPU accelerators, and RAID adapters. With this riser card for ML350 Gen11, you gain the connectivity needed to maximize I/O throughput and support complex workloads without server replacement.
Is the P49693-B21 compatible with my ML350 Gen11 server?
Yes, the HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 2x8 Tertiary Riser Kit (P49693-B21) is specifically engineered for ML350 Gen11 servers. Verify your server model and available riser slots before installation to ensure optimal compatibility and performance.
What workloads benefit from dual x8 PCIe expansion?
High-performance computing, virtualization with GPU acceleration, enterprise storage systems, and multi-NIC networking configurations all benefit from the additional PCIe expansion provided by this tertiary riser kit. It's ideal for data centers running demanding, I/O-intensive applications.
