HPE P75742-B21 | ProLiant DL340 Gen12 8SFF x1 PCIe Internal Cable Kit

Q: What server is the HPE P75742-B21 cable kit compatible with?
A: This cable kit is specifically designed for the HPE ProLiant Compute DL340 Gen12 server in the 8SFF (8 Small Form Factor) chassis configuration. It is not intended for other ProLiant server generations or chassis types.

Q: What does 'x1 for PCIe' mean in this cable kit's description?
A: The 'x1' refers to the PCIe lane width of the internal signal cable. It provides a single x1 PCIe connection path within the server, suitable for supporting riser cards or lower-bandwidth PCIe option cards.

Q: How does this cable kit differ from other DL340 Gen12 cable options?
A: The DL340 Gen12 platform supports multiple cable kit variants, including x4 Direct Attach and Front OCP options. The P75742-B21 specifically provides an x1 PCIe connection path in the 8SFF configuration, so you should select the cable kit that matches your PCIe card's lane width and chassis setup.

Q: Is this a genuine HPE product?
A: Yes, the P75742-B21 is a genuine OEM HPE option kit, ensuring factory-validated cable routing, signal integrity, and compatibility with the DL340 Gen12 platform. It is covered by HPE manufacturer warranty.

Q: Can I purchase this cable kit in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes, IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware specialist stocking genuine HPE accessories and server components including this DL340 Gen12 PCIe cable kit. Contact the team for pricing, availability, and volume orders.

Q: Do I need any additional components to use this cable kit?
A: This cable kit provides the internal PCIe x1 signal cable required for the 8SFF DL340 Gen12 chassis. You will still need a compatible PCIe riser card or option card and should verify your configuration against the HPE DL340 Gen12 QuickSpecs to ensure all required components are present.