Description
HPE ProLiant DL345 Gen11 4 PCIe x16 Enablement Kit
Unlock the full potential of your data center with the HPE ProLiant DL345 Gen11 4 PCIe x16 Enablement Kit. This high-performance expansion solution is designed to complement the DL345 Gen11 server family, delivering four PCIe x16 expansion slots that empower your infrastructure with enhanced I/O bandwidth, accelerated workloads, and scalable growth. Perfect for AI inference, high-performance computing, virtualization, data analytics, and bandwidth-intensive applications, this kit provides a reliable pathway to expand capabilities without sacrificing stability or manageability. Built on HPE’s reputation for enterprise reliability, the enablement kit integrates seamlessly with existing server hardware, firmware, and management ecosystems, helping you maximize uptime and return on investment while maintaining consistent performance across deployments.
- Expanded I/O capacity for demanding workloads — The DL345 Gen11 4 PCIe x16 Enablement Kit adds four PCIe x16 expansion slots, delivering substantial bandwidth for GPUs, high-speed NICs, storage controllers, accelerators, and other performance-critical cards. This expansion capability is ideal for organizations that run AI inference, real-time analytics, virtualization clusters, or HPC workloads, allowing you to scale compute power and data throughput without replacing the core server platform. By increasing the available PCIe lanes, you can reduce bottlenecks, improve data movement, and support more capable hardware configurations within a single server chassis.
- Designed for enterprise reliability and integration — Built to integrate with the HPE DL345 Gen11 server family, this enablement kit preserves the proven reliability, firmware compatibility, and management capabilities that customers expect from HPE. With smooth firmware interoperability, you can rely on stable operation under load, consistent thermal behavior, and predictable performance across upgrades. The kit is engineered to align with HPE’s lifecycle policies and system-wide support, ensuring that expansions stay in step with your evolving data-center strategy while remaining within the standard hardware and software management framework you already use.
- Flexible deployment for diverse workloads — Whether you’re expanding GPU capacity for AI and machine learning, adding accelerator cards for virtualization, or deploying high-speed network and storage controllers, the 4 x PCIe x16 slots offer the versatility you need. The kit supports a range of compatible PCIe-based devices, enabling you to tailor your DL345 Gen11 configuration to your unique mix of workloads. This flexibility helps optimize performance per watt, balance cooling and power budgets, and adapt to changing requirements without major platform changes.
- Easy installation and streamlined serviceability — The enablement kit is designed for straightforward installation within the DL345 Gen11 chassis. With clear mounting guidance and standard server tooling, IT teams can perform the upgrade with minimal downtime and without specialized adapters. The kit is built to maintain proper airflow and thermal characteristics, preserving system reliability even as expansion cards are added. After installation, management through HPE’s standard tools remains consistent, enabling efficient monitoring and firmware updates alongside your existing server ecosystem.
- Scalability and future-ready growth — By provisioning four PCIe x16 slots in a compact add-on, this kit helps you extend the life of your DL345 Gen11 servers. As workloads evolve—whether you need more GPU compute, faster networking, or additional storage controllers—you can scale incrementally, preserving your initial investment while expanding capacity. This forward-looking design aligns with data-center modernization initiatives, enabling a smoother path to next-generation accelerators, networking interface cards, and storage technologies as they become available.
Technical Details of HPE ProLiant DL345 Gen11 4 PCIe x16 Enablement Kit
Technical specifications for this product are not listed in the current catalog entry. For the most accurate, up-to-date details, please refer to the supplier’s official specifications page using the product UPC or SKU as the reference. This section summarizes high-level expectations and typical usage context for enterprise deployments.
Notes on specifications
Technical details such as exact PCIe lane configurations, form factor tolerances, power requirements, heat dissipation characteristics, and supported device types are typically documented in the supplier’s specification sheets and the HPE product manuals. Because this listing may vary by SKU and regional configuration, consult the official spec sheet for your precise configuration to ensure compatibility with your DL345 Gen11 server model and intended PCIe devices.
how to install HPE ProLiant DL345 Gen11 4 PCIe x16 Enablement Kit
Install the enablement kit by following standard server maintenance practices and the HPE installation guide for the DL345 Gen11 platform. Before beginning, power down the server, unplug power cords, and discharge static electricity using proper anti-static precautions. Verify firmware versions are current and compatible with the new hardware. Steps for installation typically include:
Open the server chassis in accordance with your model’s maintenance manual. Remove any obstructing panels or blanking plates as required. Align the enablement module with the available PCIe backplane slots, seating it firmly into the designated PCIe x16 connectors. Secure the module with mounting hardware to ensure it remains firmly seated during operation. If the kit includes additional power or signal cables, connect them according to the installation guide, ensuring they are routed to minimize airflow obstruction. Reinstall chassis panels and reattach all cables. Power up the system and enter the BIOS/UEFI setup to confirm detection of the new PCIe expansion resources, then install or update any device drivers and firmware as needed. Finally, monitor system temperatures and performance during the initial boot and stress test to validate stability and ensure that the new expansion cards are operating within expected thermal and power envelopes.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HPE ProLiant DL345 Gen11 4 PCIe x16 Enablement Kit? — It is an expansion kit designed to add four PCIe x16 expansion slots to compatible HPE DL345 Gen11 servers, enabling additional PCIe-based devices such as GPUs, NICs, storage controllers, and accelerators to boost performance and capacity.
- Which server models are compatible? — This kit is intended for the HPE ProLiant DL345 Gen11 server family. Compatibility with other DL Gen11 models or different families should be confirmed via the official specification sheet for the SKU/UPC used in your region.
- Do I need downtime to install? — Yes. Installing a PCIe expansion kit requires powering down the server and performing maintenance according to standard data-center procedures to ensure safety and prevent damage to components.
- Does the kit include all necessary mounting hardware and cables? — The kit is designed to include the essential components needed for installation, but exact contents may vary by SKU. Always consult the product's official specification and packing list to verify included parts.
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