867448-S01 HPE Proliant DL380 Gen9 1x Intel Xeon 8 Core 2.1GHz Smart Array 2u Rack Server

Product Overview of HPE 867448-S01 2u Rack Server

The HPE 867448-S01 ProLiant DL380 Gen9 represents a pinnacle in enterprise server design, balancing exceptional performance, legendary reliability, and flexible configuration. As a 2U rack-optimized server, it delivers an ideal blend of density, expandability, and manageability for a wide range of mission-critical workloads. The specific configuration of the HPE 867448-S01 ProLiant DL380 Gen9 Smart Buy offers a powerful and cost-effective entry point into this proven server platform, providing a robust foundation for virtualization, database applications, collaboration, and mid-tier business processing.

Main Specifications

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: 867448-S01
• Product Type: ProLiant DL380 Gen9 2u Rack Server

Technical Specifications

• Model: Intel Xeon E5-2620v4
• Base Frequency: 2.1 GHz
• Turbo Boost: Up to 3.0 GHz
• Cores: 8-core architecture
• Bus Speed: 8 GT/s
• Socket: LGA2011-v3

Processor Features

• Supports Hyper-Threading Technology
• Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
• Upgradeable to dual CPU configuration

Cache Memory

• Type: Smart Cache
• Capacity: 20 MB per processor

System Memory

• Pre-installed: 16 GB DDR4 SDRAM
• Expandable: Up to 768 GB Registered or 1.5 TB Load-Reduced

Memory Characteristics

• Speed: 2400 MHz
• Compliance: PC4-19200
• Form Factor: 288-pin DIMM
• Features: Advanced ECC, Quad Channel, Online Spare, HP SmartMemory

Storage

• Hard Drive: Not included

RAID Controller

• Model: Smart Array P440ar with 2 GB FBWC
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s & SAS 12 Gb/s
• Channels: 8
• Supported RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM

Graphics

• Controller: Integrated Matrox G200eh2
• Video Memory: 16 MB

Networking & Communication

Ethernet

• Ports: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet
• Controller: HP 331i
• Protocols: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

Remote Management

• Controller: Integrated Lights-Out 4 (iLO4)
• Features: Wake-on-LAN, PXE Boot
• Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab

Expansion & Connectivity

Expansion Bays

• 8 x Hot-Swap 2.5" SFF (all free)

Expansion Slots

• 2 x CPU sockets (1 free)
• 24 x DIMM slots (23 free)
• 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode)
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x8
• 1 x MicroSD internal slot

Interfaces

• 4 x RJ-45 Gigabit LAN
• 1 x RJ-45 iLO
• 1 x VGA
• 5 x USB 3.0 (front, rear, internal)

Accessories

• HP Easy Install Rails
• 4 x Redundant Hot-Plug Fans

Power Supply

• Type: Hot-Plug Power Supply
• Redundancy: 1+1 scheme
• Installed: 1 (supports up to 2)
• Voltage: AC 120/230 V
• Output: 500 W
• Certification: 80 Plus Platinum (94% efficiency)

Dimensions

• Width: 17.5 in
• Depth: 26.7 in
• Height: 3.4 in

HPE 867448-S01 ProLiant DL380 Gen9 Rack Server

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9, represented by the smart buy configuration 867448-S01, stands as a cornerstone of HPE's ninth-generation server portfolio. This 2U rack-optimized server is meticulously designed to deliver a balance of performance, expandability, and manageability for a wide array of business-critical workloads. From virtualization and database applications to collaborative hosting and medium-duty server consolidation, the DL380 Gen9 platform provides a robust, secure, and highly available foundation. This configuration offers an exceptional entry point with key performance and reliability features built-in, ready for storage and memory expansion to meet evolving IT demands.

Core Processing Power: Intel Xeon E5-2620 v4

At the heart of this server lies a single Intel Xeon processor E5-2620 v4, a pivotal component defining its computational capabilities.

Processor Architecture and Specifications

This CPU belongs to the Broadwell-EP family, built on a 14nm manufacturing process for improved efficiency. It features 8 physical cores capable of executing 16 threads simultaneously via Intel's Hyper-Threading technology. With a base clock speed of 2.1 GHz and a Turbo Boost frequency that can reach up to 3.0 GHz under appropriate thermal conditions, it provides adaptable performance for multi-threaded and lightly-threaded applications alike.

Cache and Memory Support

The processor is equipped with a 20 MB shared L3 SmartCache, significantly reducing latency for frequently accessed data. It integrates a quad-channel DDR4 memory controller, which, in this single-CPU configuration, supports up to four memory channels for high-bandwidth data access to the system RAM.

Workload Suitability

The 8-core/16-thread design is optimally suited for workloads that benefit from parallel processing. This includes virtual machine hosting, where multiple VMs can be allocated dedicated cores, mid-size database operations, application servers, and infrastructure roles like domain controllers or file/print services. The inclusion of Intel virtualization technologies (VT-x, VT-d) provides hardware-assisted virtualization for efficient and secure VM operation.

Memory Configuration: 16GB DDR4 with Strategic Expandability

This smart buy configuration includes a foundational memory setup designed for immediate deployment and straightforward future upgrades.

Memory Details

The server is populated with a single 16GB DDR4 load-reduced (LRDIMM) module. LRDIMMs increase memory capacity and reduce the electrical load on the memory controller compared to standard RDIMMs, allowing for denser configurations later. The module operates at a speed of 2400 MT/s (megatransfers per second), leveraging the performance capabilities of the DDR4 standard, which offers higher transfer rates, greater bandwidth, and improved power efficiency over previous generations.

Memory Architecture and Channels

In a single-processor DL380 Gen9, memory is installed across four optimized memory channels (A, B, C, D). The use of a single module in this base configuration means it operates in a less optimal single-channel mode. For optimal performance, the next upgrade step would be to populate at least one more module to enable dual-channel or, ideally, four identical modules to utilize the full quad-channel architecture, dramatically increasing memory bandwidth.

Expansion Potential

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9 supports a maximum memory capacity that varies by DIMM type. With LRDIMMs, the system can scale up to a substantial 768GB of RAM across its 24 DIMM slots. This immense headroom ensures the server can grow alongside business needs, supporting memory-intensive applications, larger-scale virtualization, and in-memory databases without requiring a platform change.

Storage Subsystem: Smart Array P440ar with Advanced Performance

Storage performance, data protection, and flexibility are delivered by the integrated HPE Smart Array P440ar controller, a hallmark feature of this smart buy bundle.

Controller Capabilities

The Smart Array P440ar is a 12Gb/s SAS RAID controller that sits on a dedicated storage slot on the system board (hence the "ar" designation for "array"). It is equipped with 2GB of dedicated DDR3 cache memory. This cache accelerates I/O operations by caching read data and intelligently storing write data with HPE's advanced algorithms, later destaging it to the physical drives, thereby boosting application performance significantly.

Cache Protection with Smart Storage Battery

Included in this configuration is the HPE Smart Storage Battery (SSB). This is a critical component for data integrity. It provides power to the controller's cache memory in the event of a complete system power failure. This allows the controller to preserve all data in its cache (a "write-back cache") and flush it to the drives once power is restored, preventing data loss that could occur if unwritten cache data was lost during an outage.

Drive Bay Configuration

This server chassis is configured with 8 Small Form Factor (SFF) drive bays. These bays support 2.5-inch drives, which allow for a high number of spindles in a compact space, favoring I/O performance and storage density. The bays are hot-pluggable and support SAS, SATA, and SSD technologies. The P440ar controller supports various RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60) for data striping, mirroring, and parity-based protection, allowing the configuration of a performant and redundant storage array from the installed drives.

Network Connectivity: Flexible 1GbE 4-Port Adapter

Network connectivity is handled by the embedded HPE Ethernet 1Gb 4-port 331i Adapter, providing versatile and reliable network access.

Adapter Features and Benefits

This network interface card (NIC) is a foundational 1-gigabit Ethernet solution with four independent ports. It supports a range of advanced features essential for enterprise environments, including teaming/failover for network redundancy and load balancing, VLAN tagging for network segmentation, and support for jumbo frames to improve large data transfer efficiency. The four ports offer flexibility for segregating traffic types (e.g., management, VM traffic, production data, backup) or for creating high-availability network configurations.

iLO Management Port Integration

It is important to note that one of these four ports is typically shared or can be dedicated to the Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) management processor, providing out-of-band management capabilities. This allows administrators to remotely control, monitor, and troubleshoot the server independently of the operating system state.

Power and Infrastructure: Efficient 500W Power Supply

The server is configured with a single 500W Flex Slot platinum-rated hot-plug power supply.

Power Supply Specifications

The platinum efficiency rating signifies that this power supply unit (PSU) operates with very high electrical efficiency (typically 94% or higher at 50% load), reducing energy waste and operational costs. The 500W capacity is well-suited for the base configuration and allows for significant expansion with additional drives, memory, and expansion cards while maintaining headroom.

Redundancy and Upgrade Path

This configuration includes one power supply. The DL380 Gen9 chassis supports dual, redundant power supplies. A second, identical 500W PSU can be added to create a hot-plug, redundant power configuration. This is a critical upgrade for high-availability deployments, as it eliminates the single point of failure represented by a single PSU and allows for maintenance without powering down the server.

Chassis and Form Factor: Optimized 2U Rack Design

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9 utilizes a industry-standard 2U (3.5-inch) rack mount chassis, engineered for optimal density and serviceability.

Design and Serviceability Features

The chassis features a tool-less design for easy maintenance and upgrades. Key components like power supplies, fans, and hard drives are hot-pluggable and front-accessible, enabling replacement without server downtime. The intelligent cooling system, with multiple hot-plug fans, dynamically adjusts speeds based on system thermal conditions, ensuring reliable operation while optimizing acoustics and power consumption.

Expansion Slot

Despite its 2U height, the DL380 Gen9 offers considerable expansion capability. It includes PCIe expansion slots (typically up to 7 LP slots, depending on configuration) for adding specialized network cards (e.g., 10GbE, Fibre Channel), graphics processing units (GPUs) for accelerated computing, or additional storage controllers. This ensures the server can adapt to specialized workload requirements.

Security: Integrated Lights-Out 4

A defining feature of HPE ProLiant servers is the Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) management engine, with this platform featuring iLO 4.

Advanced Security

iLO 4 continuously monitors server health metrics, including temperature, voltage, fan speeds, and hardware status. It includes advanced security features like secure boot, silicon root of trust, and role-based access controls, ensuring that the server's firmware and management access are protected against unauthorized changes.

Smart Buy Advantage: Pre-Configured Value and Simplicity

The "Smart Buy" designation for configuration 867448-S01 indicates a purpose-built bundle offering significant value and simplified procurement.

Bundle Composition and Benefits

This Smart Buy package integrates essential performance and availability components—like the Smart Array P440ar controller with battery-backed cache—at a cost-effective price point compared to sourcing each component individually. It represents a ready-to-deploy solution for common IT needs, reducing configuration complexity and ensuring component compatibility.

Target Use Cases and Deployment Readiness

This specific configuration is an ideal foundation for roles such as a virtualization host (for a moderate number of VMs), a departmental application server, a mid-size file and print server, or a network infrastructure server. Its 8-core processor, RAID controller, and manageable footprint make it a versatile workhorse. With the addition of hard drives or SSDs, an operating system, and potentially more memory, it can be rapidly deployed into production.