815100-S21 HPE 32GB RAM DDR4 SDRAM 2666mhz Pc4-21300 Ecc Reg 288-pin

HPE 815100-S21 32GB DDR4-2666MHz Cl19 Ecc 288-Pin Memory

HPE Smart Memory Technology Platform

Smart Memory Architecture Innovation

The HPE 815100-S21 represents a significant advancement in server memory technology, incorporating HPE's proprietary Smart Memory architecture that differentiates it from standard DDR4 modules. This 32GB registered ECC DIMM operates at 2666MHz with PC4-21300 specifications, delivering peak data transfer rates of 21,300 MB/s while integrating sophisticated intelligence directly into the memory subsystem. The Smart Memory technology enables enhanced monitoring, management, and optimization capabilities that extend beyond conventional memory modules, providing enterprise IT administrators with unprecedented visibility and control over their memory infrastructure.

Enhanced Integration

Unlike standard memory modules, the HPE 815100-S21 incorporates specialized firmware that enables deep integration with HPE's iLO 5 management ecosystem. This firmware facilitates real-time health monitoring, predictive failure analysis, and thermal management coordination. The module's SPD (Serial Presence Detect) contains extended parameters that allow the system BIOS to optimize performance characteristics specific to HPE server platforms, including customized timing adjustments, power management policies, and error correction thresholds that maximize both performance and reliability in enterprise environments.

Smart Memory Performance Characteristics

Optimized 2666MHz Operation

The HPE 815100-S21 operates at 2666MHz with CAS Latency 19 timing, representing an optimal balance between high frequency and responsive access times for enterprise workloads. The Smart Memory architecture includes performance optimization features that dynamically adjust to workload patterns, maintaining peak efficiency across varying demand scenarios. The module's design ensures stable operation at 2666MHz even in fully populated memory configurations, leveraging advanced signal integrity features and power delivery optimization to maintain data integrity at high transfer rates.

Intelligent Power

Building upon standard DDR4 power efficiency, the HPE 815100-S21 implements Smart Memory power management features that go beyond JEDEC specifications. These include granular power state control, dynamic voltage scaling based on utilization patterns, and coordinated power management with the host system's energy efficiency policies. The module can operate in multiple power modes that balance performance requirements with energy consumption, contributing to reduced total cost of ownership through lower power consumption and cooling requirements in large-scale deployments.

Compatibility and System Integration Framework

HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus Platform Support

Gen10 Plus Exclusive Optimization

The HPE 815100-S21 is specifically engineered and validated for HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus server platforms, representing the next evolution in HPE's server memory technology. These systems leverage Intel Xeon Scalable processors (Cooper Lake and Ice Lake generations) that natively support DDR4-2666 memory speeds with enhanced memory controller capabilities. The Smart Memory technology integrates seamlessly with Gen10 Plus platform innovations including the new system architecture, updated memory reference code, and advanced management features that distinguish Gen10 Plus from previous generations.

Platform-Specific Validation and Tuning

Each HPE 815100-S21 undergoes exhaustive platform-specific validation within HPE's testing laboratories, ensuring optimal compatibility with Gen10 Plus systems including DL380 Gen10 Plus, DL360 Gen10 Plus, and other next-generation server models. The validation process includes compatibility testing across the entire performance envelope, thermal validation under extreme environmental conditions, and reliability testing that simulates years of continuous operation. This comprehensive approach ensures that the memory modules deliver consistent performance and reliability in production environments.

Smart Memory Configuration

The HPE 815100-S21 integrates with HPE's iLO 5 management system to provide intelligent memory population guidance and configuration validation. When installed in compatible systems, the memory subsystem can automatically detect suboptimal configurations and provide specific recommendations for improving performance or reliability. This intelligent guidance includes identification of unbalanced channel populations, recommendations for optimal DIMM placement to maximize memory bandwidth, and alerts when mixed memory types may impact system performance or stability.

Dynamic Configuration Optimization

Leveraging Smart Memory capabilities, the HPE 815100-S21 supports dynamic configuration optimization that adjusts memory parameters based on the specific system configuration and workload characteristics. This includes automatic timing parameter adjustments when operating in mixed-speed configurations, optimized power management settings based on cooling capacity, and performance tuning for specific application profiles. These dynamic optimizations ensure that memory subsystems operate at their maximum potential regardless of configuration complexity or environmental factors.

Advanced Reliability and Serviceability Features

Comprehensive Analytics

The HPE 815100-S21 implements advanced health monitoring capabilities that extend beyond basic functionality testing. The Smart Memory architecture includes continuous monitoring of multiple health parameters including temperature trends, error rates, voltage stability, and signal integrity metrics. This comprehensive monitoring enables early detection of potential issues before they impact system stability, with health data accessible through HPE's iLO 5 management interface and integrable with enterprise monitoring systems through RESTful API interfaces.

Predictive Failure Analysis

Leveraging historical performance data and environmental monitoring, the HPE 815100-S21 supports predictive failure analysis that can identify memory modules at increased risk of failure. The Smart Memory technology analyzes trends in correctable error rates, temperature variations, and other parameters to calculate failure probability and provide advance warning to administrators. This predictive capability enables proactive maintenance scheduling and component replacement during planned maintenance windows, minimizing unplanned downtime and associated business impacts.

Enhanced Error Correction and Data Protection

Advanced ECC Implementation

The HPE 815100-S21 incorporates sophisticated Error Correcting Code technology that provides single-bit error correction and double-bit error detection with enhanced efficiency compared to standard ECC implementations. The Smart Memory architecture optimizes error correction based on usage patterns and environmental conditions, balancing correction capability with performance impact. The module maintains detailed error logs that track error frequency, types, and patterns, providing valuable data for troubleshooting and capacity planning in enterprise environments.

Intelligent Patrol Scrubbing

Beyond standard patrol scrubbing, the HPE 815100-S21 implements intelligent scrubbing algorithms that prioritize memory regions based on usage patterns and error history. The Smart Memory technology can identify frequently accessed memory areas and schedule scrubbing operations during periods of lower activity to minimize performance impact. The system can also adjust scrubbing frequency based on environmental factors such as temperature and altitude, which can affect soft error rates in memory subsystems.

Smart Memory Performance Features

Adaptive Performance Tuning

The HPE 815100-S21 incorporates adaptive performance tuning capabilities that optimize memory operation based on workload characteristics. The Smart Memory technology can detect patterns in memory access behavior and adjust parameters such as refresh rates, bank interleaving, and command scheduling to maximize performance for specific application types. This adaptive tuning ensures optimal performance across diverse workloads including database processing, virtualization, high-performance computing, and enterprise applications.

Workload-Specific Optimization Profiles

HPE provides predefined optimization profiles for common enterprise workloads that leverage the Smart Memory capabilities of the 815100-S21. These profiles automatically configure memory parameters for optimal performance in scenarios such as virtualization environments, database servers, analytics platforms, and high-performance computing clusters. Administrators can select these profiles through the system BIOS or iLO management interface, or allow the system to automatically apply the most appropriate profile based on detected workload characteristics.

The HPE 815100-S21 implements advanced thermal management features that maintain optimal operating temperatures while minimizing cooling requirements. The Smart Memory technology includes multiple thermal sensors that monitor temperature at different locations on the module, enabling precise thermal profiling and management. The memory modules communicate temperature data to the system's thermal control system, allowing coordinated fan speed adjustments that balance cooling effectiveness with acoustic noise and power consumption.

Large-Scale Deployment

The HPE 815100-S21 is designed for efficient management in large-scale enterprise deployments, with features that simplify inventory management, configuration consistency, and maintenance operations. Each module contains unique identification information that can be read through management interfaces, enabling automated inventory tracking and configuration validation. The Smart Memory technology supports bulk configuration operations through HPE's management tools, allowing consistent configuration across multiple systems and reducing administrative overhead in large environments.

Integration with HPE Infrastructure

The memory modules integrate seamlessly with HPE's comprehensive infrastructure management ecosystem, including HPE OneView, InfoSight, and iLO Amplifier Pack. This integration provides centralized visibility into memory health, performance, and configuration across the entire infrastructure. Administrators can monitor memory subsystems from a single management console, receive consolidated alerts, and perform management operations across multiple systems simultaneously, significantly reducing the operational complexity of large-scale memory deployments.

Enhanced Capabilities

The HPE 815100-S21 incorporates security features that protect against unauthorized access and tampering, including secure firmware validation that ensures only authorized firmware versions can be loaded. The Smart Memory architecture supports hardware-based security features that work in conjunction with platform security technologies such as HPE Silicon Root of Trust and iLO 5 security capabilities. These features help maintain system integrity and protect against sophisticated threats that target firmware and hardware components.

Advanced PCB Design and Signal Integrity

The HPE 815100-S21 utilizes a sophisticated printed circuit board design that optimizes signal integrity at 2666MHz operation while accommodating the additional components required for Smart Memory functionality. The PCB incorporates multiple dedicated power planes, carefully controlled impedance characteristics, and advanced routing techniques that minimize signal degradation and crosstalk. The physical design includes reinforced mounting areas and edge connector design that ensure reliable operation through repeated installation cycles and in high-vibration environments.

Thermal Design and Component Layout

The component layout and thermal design of the HPE 815100-S21 are optimized for reliable operation in the thermal environments typical of densely configured servers. The placement of memory chips, register devices, and other components considers thermal interactions and airflow patterns to prevent hot spots and ensure even heat distribution. The module may include thermal sensors at multiple locations to provide comprehensive temperature monitoring, enabling precise thermal management and early detection of cooling issues.

The HPE 815100-S21 incorporates a comprehensive firmware stack that implements the Smart Memory functionality while maintaining compatibility with standard DDR4 operation. This firmware includes modules for health monitoring, performance optimization, security management, and integration with platform management systems. The firmware architecture supports field updates to add new capabilities or address issues discovered after product release, ensuring that the memory modules can evolve to meet changing requirements throughout their service life.

Interface Implementation

The memory modules implement multiple management interfaces including standard I2C for basic SPD access and enhanced interfaces for Smart Memory functionality. These interfaces enable communication with the system management controller, providing access to extended health information, configuration settings, and management functions. The implementation maintains backward compatibility with standard management approaches while providing enhanced capabilities for systems that support the extended Smart Memory feature set.

Comprehensive Coverage

The HPE 815100-S21 is supported by HPE's comprehensive service offerings including Proactive Care, Foundation Care, and Datacenter Care. These service programs provide technical support, hardware replacement, and access to HPE's memory expertise for troubleshooting and optimization. The Smart Memory technology enhances support capabilities by providing detailed diagnostic information that enables faster problem identification and resolution, reducing mean time to repair and minimizing business impact from memory-related issues.

HPE's global support infrastructure provides consistent service quality for the 815100-S21 memory modules across geographic regions, with localized support teams and replacement part depots in major markets worldwide. The support organization includes specialized memory experts who understand the unique characteristics of Smart Memory technology and can provide advanced assistance for complex configuration, performance, or compatibility issues. This global capability ensures that organizations receive consistent support quality regardless of their deployment locations.