HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Server Overview
The HPE P83303-005 ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is a high-performance 2U rack server designed for enterprise workloads, delivering robust processing power, reliability, and scalability. Built with Intel Xeon 8-core Gold processors and DDR4 memory support, this server is ideal for demanding business applications.
Manufacturer & Model Details
- Brand: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
- Model Number: P83303-005
- Form Factor: 2U Rack-Mountable Server
- Scalability: Supports 2-way configuration
- Hot-Swap Drive Bays: 8 available slots
- Server Classification: Smart Choice Model with robust performance
Key Features of HPE DL380 Gen11
- Intel Xeon Gold 8-core 3.2GHz processor for seamless multitasking and efficient workload management
- Supports DDR4 memory for enhanced speed and low latency
- 8 Small Form Factor (SFF) drive bays for versatile storage options
- 2U rack-mountable design for space-efficient deployment
- Advanced reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features
Processor & Chipset Features
- CPU: Intel Xeon Silver 5515+
- Cores / Threads: 8 cores with Hyper-Threading
- Base Clock: 3.2 GHz, Max Turbo: 4.1 GHz
- Socket: Intel Socket 4677
- Chipset: Intel C741
- Enhanced Performance: Intel Turbo Boost Technology enabled
- Upgradability: Supports up to 2 CPUs
Cache Memory
- Smart Cache: 22.5 MB per processor
- High-speed caching for improved data access and system responsiveness
Memory Specifications
- Total Installed RAM: 64 GB DDR5 SDRAM (2x32 GB configuration)
- Maximum Supported Memory: 8 TB
- Memory Slots: 32 DIMM slots, 30 empty for expansion
- Memory Technology: Registered ECC, HPE SmartMemory compatible
- Memory Speed: 4800 MHz effective (Rated up to 5600 MHz)
Internal Storage Options
- Primary Storage Type: SSD (SATA interface)
- Installed Drives: 2 x 960 GB SSD
- Drive Bays: 8 SFF hot-swap slots
- Supported RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Storage Controller: HPE MR408i-o Gen11 with 4 GB cache
Additional Storage Features
- Supports external Universal Media Bay
- High-speed connectivity with Serial ATA, SAS 3.0, and PCIe NVMe interfaces
- Integrated microSD card reader for additional flexibility
Networking & Remote Management
- Network Adapter: Broadcom BCM57416 Ethernet 10Gb 2-port Base-T
- Interfaces: Open Compute Project (OCP) 3.0 mezzanine
- Ethernet Ports: 2 x Gigabit
- Remote Management: HPE iLO 6, supporting SNMPv3, IPMI 2.0, SMASH CLP
- Features: Wake-on-LAN (WOL), PXE boot support
Expansion & Connectivity
- PCIe Slots: Multiple full-length and half-length slots supporting PCIe 5.0
- USB Ports: 4 x USB 3.0, plus dedicated iLO service port
- VGA and Ethernet RJ-45 interfaces for management and networking
Power & Cooling
- Redundant Power: 2 x 1000W Flex Slot Platinum hot-plug units (1+1 configuration)
- Certification: 80 Plus Titanium
- Included Cooling: HPE High Performance Heatsink, 4 standard fans
- Energy Star Certified, Version 3.0
Supported Operating Systems & Software
- Compatible OS: Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, VMware ESXi, Oracle Linux, Ubuntu, Citrix
- Management Software: HPE Server UEFI tools included
- No pre-installed operating system for flexible deployment
Performance and Processing
The DL380 Gen11 leverages the Intel Xeon Gold CPU to deliver:
- High-speed computation for virtualization and cloud applications
- Optimized performance for large-scale database management
- Support for multiple concurrent workloads without latency
Memory and Storage Expansion
With DDR4 memory modules, this server ensures smooth performance under heavy workloads:
- Expandable RAM for future-proofing your infrastructure
- Flexible storage options with 8 SFF drive bays
- Hot-swappable drives for minimal downtime
Networking and Connectivity
- Integrated network adapters for high-speed data transfer
- Multiple PCIe slots for advanced expansion and connectivity
- Redundant power supplies for uninterrupted operation
Scalability and Reliability
- Designed for enterprise-grade workloads with high availability
- Support for HPE iLO management tools for remote monitoring and administration
- Efficient cooling system to maintain optimal performance