HPE 784305-B21
Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Network (2-Port, 10 GbE SFP+)
The HPE 784305-B21 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is a robust dual-port Network Adapter ailored for HPE servers, providing fast 10 GbE connectivitythrough SFP+ ports. Delivering high throughput, this adapter is ideal for virtualization, media streaming, and high-performance storage tasks. It supports advanced network features such as Jumbo Frames and Wake-on-LAN, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced manageability in demanding server environments. Whether you’re building a virtualization platform, clustering multiple systems, or accelerating data-intensive workflows, this adapter delivers reliability, flexibility, and efficiency to keep your infrastructure running smoothly and responsively.
Features
The HPE 784305-B21 plugs into a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, offering two 10 Gbps Ethernet interfaces via SFP+ connectors. It supports critical networking standards including IEEE 802.3ae (10GBase-X), IEEE 802.1q (VLAN tagging), 802.1p (priority traffic), 802.3ad (LACP), 802.3x (flow control), 802.1ab (LLDP), and 802.1qau (congestion notification), ensuring compatibility with modern data center protocols In server environments like HPE ProLiant Gen10 and beyond, this adapter delivers scalable performance for virtualization platforms, clustered storage, and high-bandwidth workloads. The SFP+ interface allows flexible connectivity—whether using fiber or DAC cables—ideal for structured cabling and rack-dense deployments. Features like Wake-on-LAN (WOL) and PXE support add seamless boot and power management capabilities, making the adapter practical for remote administration and automated provisioning
Advanced Options
Engineered for enterprise-grade deployments, the HPE 784305-B21 delivers consistent, high-performance network throughput while maintaining energy efficiency. The dual SFP+ interfaces provide redundancy and load-balancing capabilities to ensure uptime-critical operations. Jumbo frame support offers improved efficiency in large-data transfers, reducing overhead and improving CPU utilization.
Product Key Features
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Dual 10 GbE SFP+ ports
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PCIe 3.0 x8 expansion interface
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Supports Jumbo Frames (9.5 Kb)
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Network standards: LACP, VLAN tagging, flow control, LLDP, congestion notification
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Wake-on-LAN and PXE boot support
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Broad compatibility with HPE server platforms
Reliability & Performance
Standards compliance across IEEE 802.3ae, 802.3ad, 802.1q, and flow control enhances reliability and interoperability in multi-vendor environments. Remote management features like Wake-on-LAN enhance power management, while PXE support enables streamlined boot and deployment scenarios—ideal for large-scale server rollouts and virtualization clusters. The durable, passive design minimizes points of failure, and HPE support ecosystem ensures long-term reliability and compatibility with ProLiant server series.
Key Features :
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Dual 10 GbE SFP+ ports
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PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
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Jumbo Frames (9.5 Kb) support
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Network standards compliance (LACP, VLAN, LLDP, congestion NS)
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Wake-on-LAN and PXE support
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Broad HPE server compatibility




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