Description
HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit
Designed for enterprise data centers that demand flexible, future-proof networking, the HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit is the essential upgrade for enabling OCP2 mezzanine NICs in the ML350 Gen11 server family. This enablement kit is purpose-built to unlock high-bandwidth, network-intensive workloads by expanding the server’s compatibility with cutting-edge network adapters that conform to the OCP2 standard. Built to meet the reliability and performance expectations of modern IT environments, the ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit integrates seamlessly with your existing HPE infrastructure, helping you accelerate virtualized workloads, cloud deployments, big data analytics, and database replication with minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. By enabling OCP2 compatibility, this kit broadens your NIC options—from high-performance 25GbE and 40GbE adapters to future-proof, standards-driven networking solutions—so you can tailor your server to your exact bandwidth and latency requirements. HPE’s engineering guarantees that the kit maintains alignment with Gen11 firmware, enabling a smooth upgrade path that minimizes risk while delivering tangible improvements in throughput, consolidation, and overall data center agility. Whether you’re modernizing an on-premises deployment, optimizing a hybrid cloud environment, or scaling dense compute nodes for AI workloads, the ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit delivers a robust foundation for flexible networking in a compact, data-center-ready chassis. In short, this kit helps you maximize performance per watt and per dollar by unlocking the full potential of OCP2-compatible network adapters in your ML350 Gen11 server, with the reliability and serviceability that IT teams rely on for everyday operations and mission-critical applications.
- Unlocks flexible, high-bandwidth networking by enabling OCP2-compatible NICs in HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 servers, expanding your options for 25GbE/40GbE and future-ready adapters to optimize throughput for virtualization and cloud workloads.
- Designed for seamless integration with the ML350 Gen11 platform, ensuring compatibility with HPE firmware, iLO management, and enterprise-grade reliability for continuous operation in data centers and remote locations.
- Supports scalable workloads from core database replication to large-scale virtualization and AI inference, enabling latency-sensitive applications to run more efficiently with direct high-speed NIC access.
- Reduces downtime and maintenance effort through a streamlined upgrade path that minimizes disruption and simplifies post-install validation via standard management tools.
- Built for data-center durability with robust engineering and enterprise-grade components that align with HPE’s service and support ecosystem, delivering long-term value and predictable performance upgrades.
Technical Details of HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit
Technical specifications are not provided in the current product listing. For precise SKU/UPC information, compatibility notes, and detailed specifications, please consult the authorized vendor page or your HPE distributor. This section will be updated with exact data as soon as the SKU/UPC and official spec documentation are available.
how to install HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit
Follow these installation steps to enable OCP2 support on your ML350 Gen11 server. Ensure you have appropriate downtime scheduled and a static-free workspace before proceeding.
- Power down the ML350 Gen11 server, disconnect all power sources, and perform a risk assessment for the maintenance window.
- Open the server chassis according to the ML350 Gen11 service guide and locate the designated OCP2 mezzanine slot or expansion interface.
- Align the OCP2 Enablement Kit with the slot, carefully insert it until it seats fully, and secure it with the supplied mounting screws or retention mechanism.
- Connect any required cables or riser connections as specified by the kit documentation, ensuring proper orientation and secure attachment to avoid connector damage.
- Power on the server, boot into the system firmware, and perform any required firmware or driver updates to recognize the new OCP2 NICs. Verify detection in iLO and the operating system, then run basic network tests to confirm stable operation.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What is the HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 OCP2 Enablement Kit? A: It is an upgrade kit that enables OCP2 mezzanine networking on HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 servers, expanding NIC options and allowing higher-bandwidth adapters to be used in supported configurations.
- Q: Which systems are compatible? A: The kit is designed for HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 servers. Compatibility with other models should be confirmed via the official product documentation or your HPE representative.
- Q: Do I need additional software? A: After installation, firmware and drivers may need updating to ensure proper recognition and performance of the OCP2 NICs. Manage these updates through iLO or the operating system vendor tools.
- Q: What workloads benefit most? A: Workloads that require high network throughput and low latency, such as virtualization hosts, database replication, large-scale data analytics, and AI/ML inference nodes, typically benefit from OCP2-enabled NICs.
- Q: How can I verify the kit is working? A: After installation and firmware updates, verify NIC detection in iLO and the OS, perform bandwidth and latency tests, and monitor performance during typical workloads to confirm stable operation.
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