748593-001 HPE Proliant DL380p G8 2.1GHz Xeon E5-2620v2 2u Rack Server

HPE 748593-001 ProLiant DL380p G8 Rack Server Overview

The HPE 748593-001 ProLiant DL380p G8 is a powerful enterprise-class 2U rack server designed to deliver high performance, scalability, and reliability for demanding workloads. Equipped with a single Intel Xeon E5-2620v2 2.1GHz 6-Core processor, 16GB DDR3 SDRAM memory, and the Smart Array P410i with 512MB FBWC, this server is optimized for virtualization, database management, cloud applications, and enterprise IT infrastructure. Its 8 SFF SAS/SATA HDD bays and 460W power supply ensure flexible storage capacity and energy-efficient operation.

Processor Performance and Architecture

Intel Xeon E5-2620v2 2.1GHz 6-Core Processor

The HPE 748593-001 features a single Intel Xeon E5-2620v2 processor with 6 cores and 12 threads via Hyper-Threading. Operating at a base frequency of 2.1GHz with Turbo Boost technology, it delivers optimal performance for multitasking and compute-intensive applications.

Processor Architecture

The E5-2620v2 is based on Intel’s Ivy Bridge-EP architecture, providing improved power efficiency, enhanced memory bandwidth, and advanced vector extensions. Its 15MB L3 cache ensures fast data access, which reduces latency in enterprise applications such as virtualization or high-performance databases.

Memory Architecture

16GB DDR3 ECC SDRAM

The server comes with 16GB of DDR3 ECC SDRAM memory, providing a stable foundation for high-demand workloads. ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory automatically detects and corrects single-bit memory errors, ensuring data integrity and system reliability.

Memory Expansion

The ProLiant DL380p G8 supports up to 384GB of DDR3 memory across multiple DIMM slots, allowing enterprises to scale their servers for virtualization, large databases, or in-memory analytics. Multiple memory channels deliver increased bandwidth for optimal performance.

Smart Array P410i Storage Controller

High-Performance RAID Management

The Smart Array P410i with 512MB FBWC provides robust RAID functionality for data protection and performance optimization. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, allowing enterprises to configure storage according to their redundancy and speed requirements.

Flash-Backed Write Cache

The 512MB FBWC (Flash-Backed Write Cache) ensures that data in the cache is not lost in the event of a power failure, enhancing reliability while improving write performance and application responsiveness.

Storage Flexibility and Scalability

Eight SFF SAS/SATA HDD Bays

With 8 small form factor (SFF) 2.5-inch bays, the server supports both SAS and SATA drives, enabling enterprises to mix and match SSDs for performance or HDDs for high-capacity storage. Hot-plug support allows administrators to replace drives without downtime.

Enterprise Storage Applications

The server is ideal for use in high-performance applications including virtual machine hosting, database storage, and web server environments. RAID configurations provide redundancy to protect against drive failures, while SSD support accelerates access times for frequently used data.

Form Factor and Rack Efficiency

2U Rackmount Design

The ProLiant DL380p G8 fits into a standard 2U rack form factor, balancing high compute and storage capacity with efficient use of rack space. This makes it suitable for data centers requiring both performance and density.

Tool-less Maintenance

The server design includes tool-less access to memory, drives, and expansion cards, simplifying installation, upgrades, and maintenance while minimizing operational downtime.

Power Supply and Cooling

460W Hot-Plug Power Supply

The HPE 748593-001 is equipped with a 460W hot-plug power supply, providing reliable energy delivery and the option for redundant configurations to ensure high availability.

Thermal Management

The intelligent fan and cooling system dynamically adjusts airflow based on workload, ensuring optimal temperature management and reducing energy consumption while maintaining hardware longevity.

Networking and Expansion

Embedded Dual-Port Gigabit Ethernet

Built-in dual-port Gigabit Ethernet ensures high-speed network connectivity for enterprise workloads. Advanced features such as network teaming and failover enhance reliability and throughput.

PCIe Expansion Slots

The DL380p G8 provides multiple PCIe slots for additional network cards, storage adapters, or GPU accelerators, allowing for future scalability and workload optimization.

HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO)

Integrated iLO provides remote management capabilities, enabling administrators to monitor, configure, and troubleshoot the server regardless of its physical location. iLO simplifies firmware updates, monitoring, and remote console access, reducing IT operational complexity.

Use Cases and Applications

Database Hosting

Its combination of processor power, memory, and RAID storage makes the DL380p G8 perfect for running transactional and analytical databases with low latency and high reliability.

Cloud Computing

Cloud service providers can leverage the server’s flexibility for scalable infrastructure, hosting web applications, or deploying private cloud solutions efficiently.

High-Performance Workloads

Capable of supporting compute-intensive workloads such as business analytics, scientific simulations, and engineering applications, the DL380p G8 ensures reliability and performance for demanding environments.

Reliability and Enterprise-Grade Features

Redundant and Hot-Plug Components

Hot-plug storage drives and optional redundant power supply support enhance uptime and reliability, ensuring that critical enterprise applications continue running without interruption.

Long-Term Data Protection

ECC memory, RAID configurations, and FBWC-backed caching ensure data integrity and minimize risk of data loss, providing a secure and resilient IT environment.