Name: 686676-001 HP PCI Express x16 Riser Board Full Half Length 1U DL320E Gen8
Brand: HP
SKU: 686676-001
Price: 114.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Full Length Half Length PCI Express x16 Riser Board extends the expansion possibilities of the Proliant DL320E Gen8 servers by providing a space-efficient solution for adding PCIe cards. It fits within the 1U server form factor and supports both full and half-length cards, making it a practical component for setups requiring more hardware options without altering the server's compact design.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCI Express x16
Ports	1
Compatibility	HP ProLiant DL320e Gen8 Server

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	1U
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
This HP Full Length Half Length PCI Express x16 Riser Board is built to extend the expansion capabilities of the Proliant DL320E Gen8 server. It allows users to add PCIe cards in tight spaces, accommodating both full and half-length cards, which is ideal for 1U rack-mounted servers where space is limited. Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, this riser board supports administrators and IT professionals who need to maximize hardware options without increasing server size. It's commonly used to add network cards, storage controllers, or other PCIe-based components to enhance server functionality. Key Features Supports both full and half-length PCIe x16 cards for versatile expansion Engineered for 1U form factor, optimizing use of limited server space Compatible specifically with HP Proliant DL320E Gen8 servers Robust design ensures stable connectivity and signal integrity Easy installation within existing chassis without modifications This riser board is typically deployed in rack-mounted server setups where maximizing expansion without increasing chassis size is critical. It plays a key role in enabling additional hardware capabilities such as enhanced networking or storage options, making it valuable in business and enterprise server environments.

Use Cases
The HP Full Length Half Length PCI Express x16 Riser Board is primarily deployed in data center environments where space optimization is critical, such as in rack-mounted 1U servers. IT administrators and systems engineers managing HP Proliant DL320E Gen8 servers benefit from this riser board to enhance hardware flexibility without compromising the compact chassis design. How It's Used: Expanding network interface card (NIC) capacity in enterprise rack deployments to support virtualization and increased throughput. Integrating additional storage controller cards for SMB storage clusters requiring scalable I/O performance within space-constrained server racks. Facilitating GPU or accelerator card installations in edge computing setups where compact 1U form factors and enhanced processing are necessary. Supporting backup and recovery appliance expansions in remote office environments by adding dedicated RAID or backup cards within existing server hardware. Deploying specialized PCIe-based security modules in enterprise IT environments to augment firewall and intrusion detection capabilities inline with computing resources. This riser board enables organizations to maintain operational efficiency by maximizing expansion options within tight physical constraints. It supports scalable upgrades and varied workloads, helping IT teams adapt server capabilities to evolving performance demands without extensive hardware replacements.

686676-001 HP PCI Express x16 Riser Board Full Half Length 1U DL320E Gen8

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases