Dell part number M378D identifies the M378D - Dell Emulex LPE1205-M Dual-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Mezzanine Card with Heat Sink, an enterprise-grade PC Servers & Software unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. The component is intended for use in Dell PowerEdge R640, R650, R740, R750, R760 and T-series rack and tower servers where matched-pair installation, hot-spare provisioning, or matched-lot procurement is required. Technical specifications include capacity of 8 GB, interface of Fibre Channel. Typical use cases include VMware vSphere / Hyper-V / KVM virtualization host, Kubernetes worker-node provisioning, on-prem cloud (OpenStack, OpenShift) compute nodes, and database / application-server roles. Our procurement team maintains active inventory of the M378D and verifies condition, firmware revision, and OEM part-number registry alignment for each unit prior to sale. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 30-day functional warranty and accepts Net 30 / Net 60 terms for qualified business accounts. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The M378D is a Dell pc servers & software component with capacity 8 GB, interface Fibre Channel. Pro Disk Network sells the M378D for $95.22 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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The M378D is a Dell pc servers & software part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the M378D ship?
If in stock, the M378D ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The M378D is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Virtualization Host — VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, or Proxmox host with 2-CPU configuration. Sized for 50–200 VMs depending on workload mix.
Database Server — SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL server with dedicated all-flash storage. Single-purpose deployments for predictable IOPS.
Backup / DR Repository — Veeam, Rubrik, Commvault primary backup tier. High capacity, RAID 6 over many spinning drives or large SSDs.
AI / ML Training — GPU-equipped chassis for PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face training runs. Verify PCIe lane allocation per GPU.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the M378D across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Dell manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
Bulk & Volume Pricing for M378D
Ships from our US warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.
Volume discounts on the M378D are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.
Quantity
Discount
Unit Price
1
0%
$95.22
5+
4%
$91.41
10+
8%
$87.60
25+
13%
$82.84
50+
18%
$78.08
100+
23%
$73.32
What is the M378D?
The M378D is a Dell rack-mount server chassis with capacity 8 GB and interface Fibre Channel, manufactured by Dell. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of M378D
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
OEM-grade firmware preinstalled
Compatible with major hyperscale chassis (HP, Dell, IBM, Cisco)
Cons
Not recommended for OLTP databases above 50 TPS
Mechanical drive — expect 5–10W idle power per unit
3.5" form factor only — confirm caddy fit before ordering
Frequently Asked Questions about M378D
Is the M378D a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every M378D as factory-original Dell inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Dell servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Will the M378D fit my system?
The M378D is a Dell pc servers & software part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the M378D ship?
If in stock, the M378D ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the M378D?
New M378D units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the M378D?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.