HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 Optical Drives & Media Options
Compatible DVD-ROM and DVD-RW drives, Universal Media Bay, optical drive cable, and installation requirements.
Optical Drive Overview
The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 supports optional optical drives on the 8 SFF and 4 LFF CTO server configurations. HPE lists internal 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM and DVD-RW drives as well as an external Mobile USB DVD-RW drive.
The internal optical drives require different supporting hardware depending on the chassis. An 8 SFF configuration requires the Universal Media Bay, while a 4 LFF configuration requires the dedicated optical drive cable.
Compatible Optical Drives
The DL360 Gen11 QuickSpecs list three optical drive options: an external USB DVD-RW drive and two internal 9.5mm SATA drives.
Comparison Table
| Product | Part Number | Type | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|
| HPE Mobile USB DVD-RW Optical Drive | 701498-B21 | DVD-RW | USB |
| HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive | 726536-B21 | DVD-ROM | SATA |
| HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW Optical Drive | 726537-B21 | DVD-RW | SATA |
HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive
The HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive 726536-B21 is the internal read-only optical drive option listed for the DL360 Gen11.
Installation hardware depends on the server chassis:
- 8 SFF: Requires the P48926-B21 Universal Media Bay Kit.
- 4 LFF: Requires the P48914-B21 optical drive cable.
HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW Optical Drive
The HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW Optical Drive 726537-B21 provides the internal DVD-RW option for the DL360 Gen11.
Its chassis requirements are the same as the internal DVD-ROM drive:
- 8 SFF: Requires the P48926-B21 Universal Media Bay Kit.
- 4 LFF: Requires the P48914-B21 optical drive cable.
HPE Mobile USB DVD-RW Optical Drive
The HPE Mobile USB DVD-RW Optical Drive 701498-B21 is the external USB optical drive option listed in the DL360 Gen11 QuickSpecs.
HPE specifies that this drive is supported on USB 3.0 ports only.
Universal Media Bay
The HPE ProLiant DL3X0 Gen11 1U 8SFF DisplayPort/USB/Optical Drive Blank Kit P48926-B21 is the Universal Media Bay option used with the 8 SFF DL360 Gen11.
The kit is supported on the 8 SFF CTO Server only. If an internal optical drive is selected in an 8 SFF CTO configuration, HPE requires this optical drive cage.
Comparison Table
| Product | Part Number | Purpose | Supported Chassis |
| HPE ProLiant DL3X0 Gen11 1U 8SFF DisplayPort/USB/Optical Drive Blank Kit | P48926-B21 | Universal Media Bay / optical drive cage | 8 SFF CTO |
Universal Media Bay Configuration Rules
The Universal Media Bay occupies the optional front bay in the 8 SFF configuration. HPE allows a maximum of one 2 SFF drive cage or one optical drive cage per server.
This means the P48926-B21 optical drive/media bay configuration and the optional 2 SFF drive cage are alternative uses of the same expansion area and cannot both be selected.
4 LFF Optical Drive Cable
The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 LFF Optical Cable Kit P48914-B21 provides the cable required to install either of the internal 9.5mm SATA optical drives in a 4 LFF DL360 Gen11.
Comparison Table
| Product | Part Number | Purpose |
| HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 LFF Optical Cable Kit | P48914-B21 | Required optical drive cable for internal optical drives in 4 LFF models |
Optical Drive Requirements by Chassis
The required hardware for an internal optical drive changes depending on whether the DL360 Gen11 uses an 8 SFF or 4 LFF chassis.
Comparison Table
| DL360 Gen11 Chassis | Internal Optical Drive | Required Additional Hardware |
| 8 SFF CTO | 726536-B21 or 726537-B21 | P48926-B21 Universal Media Bay Kit |
| 4 LFF CTO | 726536-B21 or 726537-B21 | P48914-B21 LFF Optical Cable Kit |
| 20 EDSFF CTO | Not listed as an available internal optical drive configuration | Not applicable |
8 SFF Optical Drive Configuration
The 8 SFF chassis provides an optional Universal Media Bay. The bay can be configured for an optical drive along with the associated front DisplayPort and USB functionality, or it can be used for an optional 2 SFF U.3 drive cage.
If an optical drive is selected, the P48926-B21 8SFF DisplayPort/USB/Optical Drive Blank Kit must also be selected. HPE permits a maximum of one 2 SFF drive cage or optical drive cage per server.
4 LFF Optical Drive Configuration
The 4 LFF chassis supports an optional internal optical drive. The P48914-B21 LFF Optical Cable Kit is required when installing either the 726536-B21 DVD-ROM or 726537-B21 DVD-RW drive in a 4 LFF model.
DVD-ROM vs. DVD-RW
The 726536-B21 is the DVD-ROM option listed in the QuickSpecs, while the 726537-B21 is the DVD-RW option. Both are 9.5mm SATA internal optical drives and have the same DL360 Gen11 chassis installation requirements documented by HPE.
Does the HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 support an optical drive?
Yes. HPE lists optional internal DVD-ROM and DVD-RW drives for the 8 SFF and 4 LFF CTO servers, along with an external Mobile USB DVD-RW drive.
What optical drives are compatible with the HPE DL360 Gen11?
The QuickSpecs list 701498-B21 HPE Mobile USB DVD-RW, 726536-B21 HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM, and 726537-B21 HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW optical drives.
What is the DVD-ROM part number for the DL360 Gen11?
726536-B21 is the HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive listed for the DL360 Gen11.
What is the DVD-RW part number for the DL360 Gen11?
726537-B21 is the internal HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW Optical Drive. HPE also lists the external 701498-B21 Mobile USB DVD-RW Optical Drive.
What is P48926-B21?
P48926-B21 is the HPE ProLiant DL3X0 Gen11 1U 8SFF DisplayPort/USB/Optical Drive Blank Kit. The QuickSpecs identify it as the Universal Media Bay and require it when an internal optical drive is installed in an 8 SFF DL360 Gen11.
Do I need P48926-B21 to install an optical drive in an 8 SFF DL360 Gen11?
Yes. HPE states that the P48926-B21 Universal Media Bay Kit is required for the 726536-B21 or 726537-B21 internal optical drive in an 8 SFF model.
What is P48914-B21?
P48914-B21 is the HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 LFF Optical Cable Kit. It is required when installing the supported internal 9.5mm SATA optical drives in a 4 LFF model.
Do I need P48914-B21 for an optical drive in a 4 LFF DL360 Gen11?
Yes. HPE states that the 726536-B21 DVD-ROM and 726537-B21 DVD-RW require the P48914-B21 optical drive cable when installed in a 4 LFF model.
Can the DL360 Gen11 use an external USB DVD drive?
Yes. HPE lists the 701498-B21 Mobile USB DVD-RW Optical Drive and states that this kit is supported on USB 3.0 ports only.
Can I install both the 2 SFF drive cage and optical drive cage in an 8 SFF DL360 Gen11?
No. HPE states that a maximum of one 2 SFF drive cage or ODD cage can be selected per server.
Does the 20 EDSFF DL360 Gen11 support an internal optical drive?
The QuickSpecs identify the internal optical drive as an option for the 8 SFF and 4 LFF CTO servers and do not list it as an available internal option for the 20 EDSFF CTO server.
What is the difference between 726536-B21 and 726537-B21?
726536-B21 is the HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive, while 726537-B21 is the HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW Optical Drive. Both use the same chassis-specific installation hardware documented for the DL360 Gen11.