HPE Proliant DL380 Gen9 2GHz Server 852432-B21 SFP+Flexible LOM, 2x 800W PS 2U Rack

Sku: 852432-B21

The HPE Proliant DL380 Gen9 Server is a powerful and versatile server designed for the most demanding business workloads. Its Sku, or stock-keeping unit, is 852432-B21. This particular SKU offers several benefits and features that make it an excellent choice for users.

Manufacturer Information of SFP+Flexible

• Brand: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Part Number: 852432-B21
• Product Name: Proliant DL380 Gen9 - 2U Rackmount Server (Performance Model)

Processor and Chipset

• Processor: Intel Xeon E5-2660v4, clocked at 2 GHz
• Turbo Boost Speed: Up to 3.2 GHz
• Total Cores: 14 cores per processor
• Processor Quantity: 2 CPUs installed, expandable to 2
• Processor Features: Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2, Hyper-threading

Cache Memory

• Cache Type: Smart Cache
• Total Cache Size: 70 MB (35 MB per processor)

Memory Specifications

• Installed RAM: 64 GB DDR4 SDRAM with ECC
• Maximum Memory Capacity: Up to 768 GB
• Memory Speed: 2133 MHz
• Memory Compliance: PC4-17000
• Memory Configuration: 4 x 16 GB DIMM 288-pin
• Features: HP SmartMemory, Quad-Channel Architecture, Registered Memory, Online Spare Memory

Supported Memory Options

• Registered Memory: PC4-17000, up to 768 GB
• Load-Reduced Memory: PC4-17000, up to 1.5 TB

Storage and Controller

• Hard Drive: Not included
• Optical Drive: DVD-RW SATA

Storage Controller

• Controller Model: Smart Array P440ar
• Cache Size: 2 GB
• Drive Support: Up to 26 physical drives
• Logical Drives: Supports up to 64 logical drives
• RAID Levels: RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM
• Supported Interfaces: 12 Gb/s SAS, 6 Gb/s SATA

Graphics and Video Output

• Graphics Card: Integrated Matrox G200eh2
• Video Memory: 16 MB

Networking and Communication

• Ethernet Ports: 2 x 10 Gigabit, 4 x Gigabit Ethernet
• Controller: HP 331i Ethernet Controller
• Supported Protocols: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Remote Management: Integrated Lights-Out 4 (iLO 4)
• Additional Features: Wake-on-LAN, PXE support

Standards and Compliance

• Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab

Expansion and Connectivity

• Expansion Bays: 8 x 2.5" SFF hot-swap bays, 1 x 5.25" external bay
• Expansion Slots:
  • 2 x CPU slots
  • 24 x DIMM slots (4 populated, 20 free)
  • 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (half-length, full-height, x8 mode)
  • 2 x PCIe 3.0 x8 (half-length, full-height)
  • 1 x internal microSD card slot
  • 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (full-length, full-height)

Interfaces and Ports

• LAN Ports: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• USB Ports: 5 x USB 3.0 (1 front, 2 rear, 2 internal), 2 x USB 2.0 (front)
• VGA Ports: 2 x VGA (1 front, 1 rear)
• HP iLO Port: 1 x HP Integrated Lights-Out

Power and Efficiency

• Power Supply: Hot-plug power supply with redundancy (1+1 scheme)
• Total Power: 800 Watts
• Voltage: 120/230V AC
• Certification: 80 PLUS Platinum
• Efficiency Rating: 94%

Dimensions and Weight

• Width: 17.5 inches
• Depth: 26.7 inches
• Height: 3.4 inches
• Weight: 32.5 lbs

Enhanced Performance

The 852432-B21 Sku is equipped with top-of-the-line components that ensure enhanced performance for your business applications. With a powerful processor, ample memory, and fast storage options, this Sku can handle resource-intensive tasks with ease. Whether you're running complex databases, virtualization environments, or high-performance computing workloads, this Sku delivers the speed and reliability you need.

Increased Productivity

The 852432-B21 Sku is designed to boost productivity in your organization. Its advanced features and capabilities enable faster data processing, reduced downtime, and improved overall efficiency. With this Sku, your team can complete tasks more quickly, resulting in increased productivity and better business outcomes.

Scalability

One of the key benefits of the 852432-B21 Sku is its scalability. As your business grows and your workload requirements change, this Sku can easily accommodate your expanding needs. With support for additional memory modules, storage devices, and expansion cards, you can scale up your server to meet the demands of evolving workloads without the need for extensive hardware upgrades.

Reliability and Redundancy

The 852432-B21 SKU is built with reliability in mind. It features redundant components such as power supplies and fans, ensuring that your server remains operational even in the event of a hardware failure. This level of redundancy minimizes downtime and helps protect your critical business operations. Additionally, the Sku incorporates advanced error-checking and correction mechanisms to prevent data corruption and maintain data integrity.

Interface: SFP+Flexible LOM

The HPE Proliant DL380 Gen9 Server offers a versatile interface with its SFP+Flexible LOM feature. This interface provides users with numerous benefits and plays a crucial role in enhancing the server's connectivity and networking capabilities.

High-Speed Connectivity

The SFP+Flexible LOM interface allows for high-speed connectivity between the server and other network devices. With support for SFP+ (Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus) transceivers, the interface enables blazing-fast data transfer rates, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications and environments. Whether you need to transfer large files or stream multimedia content, this interface ensures smooth and uninterrupted data flow.

Flexibility and Compatibility

The SFP+Flexible LOM interface offers exceptional flexibility and compatibility. It supports a wide range of networking protocols, including Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and InfiniBand, allowing you to connect your server to various network architectures. Additionally, the interface is compatible with different types of SFP+ transceivers, giving you the flexibility to choose the most suitable transceiver for your specific networking needs.

Scalability

With the SFP+Flexible LOM interface, you can easily scale up your network infrastructure as your business grows. The interface supports link aggregation, which allows you to combine multiple network connections for increased bandwidth and fault tolerance. This scalability ensures that your server can handle expanding workloads and growing data traffic without compromising performance or reliability.

Virtualization Support

The SFP+Flexible LOM interface is well-suited for virtualized environments. It provides the necessary connectivity and bandwidth to support virtual machines and enables efficient communication between virtualized servers and storage systems. With this interface, you can take full advantage of virtualization technologies to optimize resource utilization, streamline management, and reduce infrastructure costs.

Power Supply: 2x 800W

The HPE Proliant DL380 Gen9 Server is equipped with a robust power supply system, featuring 2x 800W power supplies. This power supply configuration offers several benefits and plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable and uninterrupted server operation.

Redundancy and Fault Tolerance

The 2x 800W power supply configuration provides redundancy and fault tolerance for your server. In the event of a power supply failure, the second power supply automatically takes over, ensuring uninterrupted power delivery to your critical business applications. This redundancy eliminates single points of failure and minimizes the risk of downtime caused by power-related issues.

Efficient Power Management

The 2x 800W power supply configuration allows for efficient power management. With two power supplies, the server can distribute the load evenly, optimizing energy consumption and reducing power wastage. Additionally, the power supplies are designed to operate at high-efficiency levels, minimizing energy losses and lowering overall electricity costs.

Hot-Swappable Design

The 2x 800W power supplies feature a hot-swappable design, which means you can replace a faulty power supply without shutting down the server. This design ensures convenient maintenance and reduces downtime associated with power supply replacements. By minimizing service interruptions, the hot-swappable feature helps maximize productivity and maintain continuous business operations.

Future-Proofing

The 2x 800W power supply configuration offers future-proofing capabilities. As your server's power requirements increase or new technologies emerge, the power supplies can be easily upgraded or replaced with higher-wattage models. This scalability ensures that your server can adapt to changing power demands and remain compatible with future hardware advancements.

Form Factor: 2U Rack

The HPE Proliant DL380 Gen9 Server is designed with a 2U rack form factor, which offers numerous benefits and holds great importance for users seeking efficient space utilization and easy deployment.

Space Efficiency

The 2U rack form factor allows for compact server deployment, making it an ideal choice for space-constrained environments. With its vertical orientation, the server occupies minimal floor space while providing optimal computing power. This space efficiency is particularly valuable in data centers or server rooms where maximizing the number of servers per square foot is crucial.

Easy Integration

The 2U rack form factor ensures easy integration with existing IT infrastructure. It is compatible with standard industry racks, cabinets, and enclosures, allowing for seamless integration into your current setup. This compatibility eliminates the need for additional modifications or investments in specialized equipment, simplifying the deployment process and saving both time and resources.

Scalability and Flexibility

The 2U rack form factor offers scalability and flexibility for your server infrastructure. With multiple expansion slots and drive bays, you can easily add or remove components as your business needs evolve. This scalability enables you to scale up your server's capabilities without requiring significant changes to the physical infrastructure.

Improved Cooling and Airflow

The 2U rack form factor is designed to optimize cooling and airflow within the server. The vertical orientation allows for efficient heat dissipation, keeping the server components at optimal operating temperatures. Additionally, the form factor incorporates strategically placed vents and fans to promote airflow and prevent overheating. By ensuring proper cooling, the 2U rack form factor helps maintain server reliability and extends component lifespan.