HPE Proliant DL360p G8 1U Rack Server 677199-001 Xeon E5-2630 2.30GHz 16GB DDR3

Processor

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 1U Rack Server is equipped with a powerful 2 X Xeon E5-2630 2.30 GHz processor. This processor is a key component of the server that plays a crucial role in its performance and capabilities.

Enhanced Performance

The Xeon E5-2630 processor delivers exceptional performance and power efficiency, making it ideal for demanding workloads and applications. With its 6 cores and 12 threads, it provides the server with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing performance. This allows for improved productivity and faster response times, ensuring smooth operation even during peak usage.

Increased Processing Power

The dual-processor configuration of the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 allows for even greater processing power. This means that the server can handle more complex calculations and data-intensive tasks efficiently. Whether you are running resource-intensive applications or virtualization software, the Xeon E5-2630 processors ensure that your server can keep up with demanding workloads.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

With two processors on board, the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 offers scalability and future-proofing capabilities. As your business grows and demands increase, you have the option to add additional processors to enhance performance further. This scalability ensures that your server can adapt to changing needs without requiring a complete hardware overhaul, saving you time and money.

Reliability and Redundancy

By having two processors in a dual-socket configuration, the server gains redundancy in case of a processor failure. In the event of one processor experiencing issues, the other can seamlessly take over, ensuring uninterrupted operation. This redundancy feature enhances the reliability of the server, reducing the risk of downtime and minimizing the impact on your business operations.

Virtualization Capabilities

The Xeon E5-2630 processors are well-suited for virtualization. They support advanced virtualization technologies such as Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) and Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d). These features enable efficient virtual machine management, improved workload consolidation, and enhanced security for virtualized environments.

Energy Efficiency

The Xeon E5-2630 processors are designed with energy efficiency in mind. They incorporate Intel Turbo Boost Technology, which dynamically adjusts the processor's frequency to match the workload. This ensures that the server operates at optimal performance levels while consuming minimal power. The energy-efficient design of the processors helps reduce operational costs and lowers your carbon footprint.

Memory

In addition to its powerful processor, the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 boasts 16 GB DDR3 SDRAM memory. The memory capacity of a server is crucial for its overall performance and ability to handle data-intensive tasks efficiently.

Improved Multitasking

The 16 GB DDR3 SDRAM memory provides ample capacity for multitasking. It allows the server to handle multiple concurrent processes and applications without experiencing a significant drop in performance. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on running multiple applications simultaneously, such as databases, virtual machines, and web servers.

Enhanced Performance

With its high memory capacity, the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 can store and access large amounts of data quickly. This ensures that applications and processes can retrieve data from memory promptly, resulting in faster response times. The increased memory capacity also reduces the need for frequent disk access, which can be a bottleneck in terms of performance.

Scalability

The server's memory capacity is scalable, allowing you to expand it as your business needs grow. The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 supports up to 384 GB of DDR3 SDRAM memory, providing room for future upgrades. This scalability ensures that your server can accommodate increasing workloads and data requirements without the need for a complete hardware replacement.

Reliability and Error Correction

The 16 GB DDR3 SDRAM memory in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 features error correction capabilities. ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory detects and corrects single-bit errors, reducing the risk of data corruption and system crashes. This enhances the overall reliability and stability of the server, ensuring uninterrupted operation even in demanding environments.

Virtualization Support

The generous memory capacity of the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 makes it an excellent choice for virtualization. Virtual machines rely heavily on memory resources, and having sufficient memory ensures optimal performance and improved consolidation ratios. With 16 GB DDR3 SDRAM, you can comfortably run multiple virtual machines simultaneously without compromising their performance.

Future-Proofing with DDR3 SDRAM

While newer generations of memory technology are available, DDR3 SDRAM remains a widely supported standard in the industry. This ensures that you have access to a wide range of compatible memory modules, making future upgrades and replacements easier and more cost-effective. The HPE Proliant DL360p G8's use of DDR3 SDRAM provides longevity and flexibility for your server infrastructure.

Storage

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 comes equipped with 0 HDD RAID Smart P420i/1GB with FBWC storage solution. Storage is a critical aspect of any server as it determines how efficiently data can be accessed and stored.

High-Speed Data Access

The RAID Smart P420i/1GB with FBWC storage solution provides excellent data access speeds. By utilizing RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) technology, the server can distribute data across multiple drives, allowing for parallel data retrieval. This results in faster read and write operations, ensuring that applications can quickly access the required data.

Enhanced Data Protection

The RAID technology used in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 provides data redundancy and protection against drive failures. By using multiple drives in an array, the server can create backups and duplicate data across the drives. In the event of a drive failure, the server can seamlessly switch to using the redundant drive, minimizing downtime and data loss. This feature is especially crucial for businesses that deal with sensitive data and cannot afford disruptions.

Flexible Storage Configuration

The 0 HDD configuration on the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 allows for flexible storage configuration options. As per your specific needs, you can choose to install hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs). This flexibility ensures that you can tailor the server's storage to meet your performance, capacity, and budget requirements.

Improved Scalability

The RAID Smart P420i/1GB with FBWC storage solution offers scalability, allowing you to expand your storage capacity as needed. You have the option to add more drives or upgrade to larger-capacity drives without requiring a complete overhaul of your storage infrastructure. This scalability ensures that your server can adapt to future data growth without compromising performance or reliability.

Accelerated Performance with SSDs

By utilizing SSDs (Solid-State Drives) as part of the storage configuration, you can take advantage of their high-speed performance and low latency. SSDs provide significantly faster data access and transfer rates compared to traditional HDDs. This is particularly beneficial for applications that require quick data retrieval, such as databases, virtual machines, and high-traffic websites.

Efficient Data Management with RAID Levels

The RAID Smart P420i/1GB with FBWC storage solution supports various RAID levels, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5. Each RAID level offers different benefits in terms of performance, data redundancy, and capacity utilization. By selecting the appropriate RAID level, you can optimize your storage configuration to meet specific requirements, whether it's maximizing performance or ensuring high levels of data protection.

Drive Bays

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 features 8 SFF (Small Form Factor) drive bays. The drive bays are an essential component of the server as they determine the number and type of drives that can be installed.

Increased Storage Capacity

The 8 SFF drive bays in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 allow for a significant amount of storage capacity. You can install multiple hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs) in these bays, providing ample space to store your data. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that deal with large amounts of data or require extensive storage for their applications.

Flexibility in Drive Selection

The SFF drive bays offer flexibility in terms of drive selection. You have the option to choose between HDDs and SSDs based on your specific needs. HDDs are typically more cost-effective and provide higher storage capacities, making them suitable for applications that require large-scale data storage. On the other hand, SSDs offer faster performance and lower latency, making them ideal for applications that demand quick data access and retrieval.

Hot-Swap Capability

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 supports hot-swapping of drives in the SFF drive bays. Hot-swapping allows you to replace or add drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and disruptions. This feature is particularly advantageous for businesses that require continuous operation and cannot afford any interruptions.

Easy Maintenance and Upgrades

The drive bays' design in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 ensures easy maintenance and upgrades. The server's tool-less design allows for quick installation or removal of drives, simplifying the process of maintenance and upgrades. This saves valuable time and effort, enabling you to focus on other critical tasks without experiencing unnecessary delays.

RAID Configuration Options

The drive bays in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 can be configured to support various RAID levels. RAID technology provides data redundancy, improved performance, and increased capacity utilization. By configuring the drives in a RAID array, you can optimize your storage configuration to meet specific requirements, whether it's maximizing performance or ensuring high levels of data protection.

Improved Data Accessibility

By having multiple drive bays, the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 allows for improved data accessibility. With more drives installed, the server can distribute data across them, allowing for parallel data retrieval. This results in faster access times and improved overall performance, ensuring that applications can retrieve data quickly and efficiently.

Networking

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 is equipped with 1GB 4-Port 331flr Hot Plug networking capabilities. Networking is a crucial aspect of any server as it determines how efficiently data can be transmitted between the server and other devices on the network.

High-Speed Data Transfer

The 1GB 4-Port 331flr Hot Plug networking capabilities provide high-speed data transfer rates. With a gigabit Ethernet connection, the server can transmit and receive data at speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second. This ensures that data can be quickly and efficiently exchanged between the server and other devices on the network, minimizing latency and bottlenecks.

Improved Network Performance

The networking capabilities of the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 enhance overall network performance. With four ports available, the server can handle higher network traffic without experiencing congestion or slowdowns. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on network-intensive applications or deal with heavy data transfers.

Enhanced Network Security

The 1GB 4-Port 331flr Hot Plug networking capabilities offer enhanced network security features. The server supports various security protocols and features, such as VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) tagging, which allows for network segmentation and isolation. This ensures that sensitive data remains protected and separate from other network traffic, reducing the risk of unauthorized access or data breaches.

Flexible Network Connectivity

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 provides flexibility in terms of network connectivity options. With four ports available, you have the flexibility to connect the server to different networks or configure them for redundancy. This allows for improved network availability and ensures that your server remains connected even in the event of a single port failure.

Virtualization Support

The networking capabilities of the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 are well-suited for virtualized environments. Virtualization relies heavily on network connectivity to ensure smooth communication between virtual machines and other network resources. With its high-speed data transfer rates and flexible connectivity options, the server can efficiently handle virtual machine traffic and ensure optimal performance.

Remote Management

The networking capabilities of the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 enable remote management of the server. The server can be accessed and managed remotely, allowing for easier administration and troubleshooting. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that have multiple servers or distributed IT environments, as it eliminates the need for physical access to the server for maintenance or configuration.

Power Supply

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 is equipped with 1 X 460w PS power supply. The power supply is a critical component of the server as it ensures stable and reliable power delivery to all the server's components.

Reliable Power Delivery

The 460w power supply in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 ensures stable and reliable power delivery. It provides sufficient power to support all the server's components, including the processor, memory, storage, and networking modules. This ensures that the server operates consistently without experiencing power-related issues or instability.

Efficient Power Management

The power supply in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 incorporates advanced power management features. It is designed to optimize power consumption based on the server's workload and requirements. This allows for efficient energy usage, reducing operational costs and minimizing environmental impact.

Redundant Power Supply Option

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8 offers a redundant power supply option for enhanced reliability. By installing a second power supply, you gain redundancy in case of a power supply failure. In the event of one power supply malfunctioning, the redundant power supply seamlessly takes over, ensuring uninterrupted operation. This redundancy feature minimizes the risk of downtime and provides peace of mind, especially for businesses that require continuous operation.

Hot-Plug Capability

The power supply in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 supports hot-plugging. Hot-plugging allows you to replace or add a power supply without shutting down the server. This feature is particularly advantageous for businesses that require continuous operation and cannot afford any interruptions. It simplifies maintenance and upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime and disruptions.

Power Efficiency and Cost Savings

The HPE Proliant DL360p G8's power supply is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It meets various energy efficiency standards, such as 80 PLUS certification, which guarantees high power conversion efficiency. By utilizing an efficient power supply, you can reduce operational costs and lower your carbon footprint while ensuring reliable power delivery to your server.

Monitoring and Management

The power supply in the HPE Proliant DL360p G8 supports monitoring and management features. You can monitor power usage, temperature, and other metrics through server management software or integrated management interfaces. This allows for proactive monitoring and troubleshooting, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of the server's power supply.