HPE 826694-B21 DL38X Gen10 Dual PCIe x16/x16 Riser Kit

• AI and machine learning nodes adding dual GPUs for inference acceleration
• Virtualization hosts expanding with high-speed network or storage HBAs
• High-performance computing clusters requiring full x16 bandwidth cards
• Database servers installing low-latency NVMe or fabric adapters
• Media rendering and content creation platforms using professional GPUs
• Hybrid cloud edge servers needing additional 25/40/100GbE connectivity
• Financial trading systems deploying ultra-low latency network cards
• Research and analytics environments supporting accelerator cards
• Private cloud platforms modernizing I/O without full server replacement
• Disaster recovery sites adding redundant high-bandwidth adapters

• Two PCIe x16 full-height full-length expansion slots
• Designed for secondary riser position in DL380 Gen10
• Supports double-wide GPU and accelerator cards
• Requires second processor for secondary riser operation
• Enables high-bandwidth networking and storage adapters
• Genuine HPE option for validated compatibility
• Compact kit without fans or power supplies
• Facilitates infrastructure modernization of Gen10 fleets
• Improves operational efficiency through denser I/O
• Supports business continuity with redundant adapter options
• Scalable expansion within existing chassis constraints
• Full-length card support for maximum flexibility
• Extends useful life of ProLiant DL380 Gen10 servers
• Compatible with DL380 Gen10 Base Performance and High Performance models

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: 826694-B21
• SKU: 826694-B21
• Product Type: Riser Kit
• Expansion Slots: 2 x PCIe x16
• Slot Type: Full-height Full-length
• Location: Secondary riser
• Compatible Servers: HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 DL38X Gen10
• Notes: Second processor required No Fan & PSU included
• Bus Width: x16 / x16

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Organizations choose the 826694-B21 when they need dual full x16 PCIe slots for GPUs or high-bandwidth adapters in existing DL380 Gen10 servers. It offers greater accelerator support than mixed-width risers while keeping the upgrade simple and focused. Validated HPE compatibility clear second-CPU requirement and strong ROI through extended server life make it a practical choice for scaling virtualization AI and hybrid workloads without new chassis investment.