HPE ProLiant Compute ML Gen11/Gen12 Tower to Rack Conversion Kit

Overview

The HPE P47394-B21 is a tower to rack conversion kit designed to transform your HPE ProLiant ML110 Gen11 or ML350 Gen11 tower server into a rack-mounted unit compatible with standard 19-inch racks. This kit provides all the necessary rails, brackets, and fasteners to securely mount your server, occupying 5U of rack space. With a depth of 31.25 inches and a weight of 14.30 pounds, it fits well within most enterprise cabinets, enabling a smooth transition without replacing your existing hardware.

Key features

• Complete mounting solution including rails, brackets, and fasteners to avoid compatibility issues and extra parts hunting
• Designed specifically for HPE ProLiant ML110 Gen11 and ML350 Gen11 servers, ensuring precise fit and secure installation
• Supports a 5U rack space footprint, optimizing vertical space in your server rack
• Facilitates cleaner cable management and improved airflow by moving from tower to rack setup
• Enables easy installation by a single technician using basic tools, minimizing downtime during conversion
• Preserves your existing server configurations and investment by converting rather than replacing hardware
• Ideal for small to midsize businesses, branch offices, labs, or data centers standardizing on rack infrastructure

Key specs

• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant ML110 Gen11 and ML350 Gen11 servers
• Rack space occupied: 5U
• Physical dimensions: 12.38 inches (W) x 7.0 inches (H) x 31.25 inches (D)
• Weight: approximately 14.30 pounds
• Includes: rails, brackets, and mounting hardware

Installation and setup

The conversion kit is engineered for straightforward installation, allowing a single technician to complete the rack mounting with basic hand tools. All components are precisely cut to match the ML series mounting points, which reduces installation time and eliminates guesswork. This makes it practical for IT teams managing server room reorganizations or preparing equipment for colocation environments.

Ideal uses and environments

This conversion kit suits organizations transitioning from tower servers to rack-mounted setups to improve airflow, cable management, and space utilization. It works well in small and midsize business data centers, branch offices, and lab environments that want to maintain their trusted ProLiant servers while adopting standardized rack infrastructure. The kit supports efficient growth and equipment reorganization without the cost and complexity of replacing existing servers.