HPE DL340 G12 Front GPU 12EDSFF DAC - P75776-B21

HPE P75776-B21 Front GPU 12EDSFF DAC Server Expansion Component

Overview

The HPE P75776-B21 is a factory-new, genuine HPE option designed for the ProLiant DL340 Gen12 platform, providing front GPU and 12-slot EDSFF (E1.S) drive connectivity via Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cabling. If you are expanding a DL340 G12 for GPU-accelerated workloads or adding high-density EDSFF NVMe storage to the front bay, this is the HPE-qualified kit that pairs directly with that server generation — no third-party adapters, no compatibility guesswork.

At 1.17 lb, this is a lightweight internal option component, consistent with a cable/riser assembly rather than a heavy PCIe card. It ships factory-new from genuine HPE supply — no grey-market, no parallel imports.

Key Features

• DL340 Gen12 Platform Fit: engineered specifically for the HPE ProLiant DL340 G12 chassis, ensuring validated mechanical fit and firmware recognition without workarounds.
• Front GPU + 12-slot EDSFF DAC: enables both front-accessible GPU bay and 12x E1.S EDSFF NVMe drive connectivity from a single assembly — relevant for high-density storage or GPU-compute configurations in a compact footprint.
• Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Interconnect: DAC cabling delivers low-latency, high-bandwidth internal connectivity between the front bay and the system board without requiring additional transceivers or optical components.
• 1.17 lb Component Weight: the lightweight assembly (1.17 lb) simplifies installation and does not add meaningful thermal mass or chassis balance concerns during service.
• Genuine HPE Option: factory-new from verified HPE supply chain — important for iLO firmware compatibility and HPE support entitlement on the DL340 G12.

Integration & Compatibility

The P75776-B21 (often searched as P75776 B21) is validated for the HPE ProLiant DL340 Gen12. Confirm your specific DL340 G12 configuration against HPE's QuickSpecs for this option part before ordering — GPU bay and EDSFF slot availability may vary by base server SKU and existing populated options. Review the full HPE server options catalog for complementary DL340 G12 accessories, or browse the broader server components category for additional expansion options.

For storage planning on EDSFF NVMe configurations, consider reviewing a storage capacity planning guide to size your E1.S drive population against workload requirements. For GPU-accelerated deployments, pair with compatible HPE GPU options validated for the DL340 G12 platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What server is the HPE P75776-B21 compatible with?

A: The P75776-B21 is designed for the HPE ProLiant DL340 Gen12 (G12). Always verify against HPE QuickSpecs for your specific DL340 G12 configuration before ordering.

Q: What does EDSFF mean, and how many drives does this support?

A: EDSFF (Enterprise and Datacenter SSD Form Factor), also called E1.S, is a high-density NVMe drive format designed for front-accessible, hot-plug deployment in modern server platforms. This kit supports 12 EDSFF slots in the front bay of the DL340 G12.

Q: Is the P75776-B21 a genuine HPE part or a third-party compatible?

A: The P75776-B21 is a genuine HPE option part, factory-new and sourced from verified HPE supply — not a third-party compatible. This matters for iLO recognition and HPE support coverage.

Q: How heavy is the P75776-B21?

A: The assembly weighs 1.17 lb, consistent with an internal cable/riser kit rather than a full PCIe card.

Q: Is this component in stock and ready to ship?

A: Stock and lead time are displayed live on this page. Contact the sales team for volume pricing or same-day quote requests.

Jerry Tildsen

The P75776-B21 is a platform-specific internal option for the HPE ProLiant DL340 Gen12 — it is not a universal part. The "12EDSFF DAC" designation tells you exactly what it does: routes 12 E1.S NVMe front-bay slots through a Direct Attach Copper interconnect, with a GPU bay pass-through in the same assembly. At 1.17 lb, this is clearly a cable/flex assembly, not a heavy riser card.

Technical Highlights:

• 12-slot EDSFF front bay: twelve E1.S NVMe slots in the front-accessible bay gives you hot-plug, high-density storage without routing cables to the rear — meaningful in rack environments where front serviceability matters.
• DAC interconnect: Direct Attach Copper keeps internal latency low and eliminates transceiver cost compared to optical internal cabling — the right call for a high-cycle NVMe front bay.
• 1.17 lb assembly weight: lightweight enough that a single technician handles installation without chassis support tooling; also signals this is a flex/cable assembly, not a PCB-heavy riser — expect straightforward clip-and-connect installation.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm GPU bay availability in your specific DL340 G12 BTO configuration before ordering — base SKUs vary in which bays are pre-populated or blocked by other options.
• Evidence for this part is limited to distribution attributes; verify full QuickSpecs compatibility (drive type support, firmware minimums, iLO version requirements) directly against HPE QuickSpecs for the DL340 G12 before committing to a volume order.

Right fit for a DL340 G12 deployment where you need both front-bay GPU access and 12-slot EDSFF NVMe density in a single internally-routed assembly — most applicable to edge inference nodes or dense NVMe caching tiers where front serviceability is a design requirement.