Description

HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Server: Product Description

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is an enterprise-class 2U rack server designed to provide the reliability, performance, and scalability needed for a wide range of business-critical workloads. It’s optimized for high-performance computing, virtualization, big data analytics, and cloud applications. Featuring the latest generation of Intel® Xeon® processors, along with enterprise-grade storage and networking capabilities, the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is the perfect solution for modern IT environments.

This HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is equipped with the Intel® Xeon® Silver 4416+ Processor, 32GB of RDIMM memory, HPE Smart Storage, and enhanced networking features to meet the growing demands of business applications. Whether you are scaling your virtualized environment or managing large datasets, the DL380 Gen11 is ready to deliver the performance, scalability, and efficiency that your business requires.

Key Features and Benefits

1. High-Performance Intel® Xeon® Silver 4416+ Processor:

   • The Intel® Xeon® Silver 4416+ processor delivers solid performance with 20 cores and 40 threads, running at 2.0 GHz, and optimized for energy efficiency with a 165W TDP. This processor is designed to handle demanding workloads, such as virtualization, enterprise applications, and multi-threaded tasks.
   • The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 comes equipped with a high-performance heat sink, ensuring stable operation even under heavy load and improving the overall longevity and reliability of the system.

2. Memory:

   • The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 includes 32 GB RDIMM 2R 4800 MT/s memory (1x 32 GB). RDIMM (Registered DIMM) offers stability and performance, making it ideal for environments that require large amounts of memory for virtualization, data processing, and real-time applications.
   • The server is expandable to support up to 3TB of memory across 12 DIMM slots, allowing businesses to scale their memory capacity as their workloads grow.

3. Storage Control and Data Protection:

   • The HPE MR408i-o Gen11 storage controller comes with x16 lanes and 8GB cache, supporting both SAS and NVMe drives for a versatile and high-performance storage solution.
   • Smart Storage Battery: This feature ensures that the server’s cache data is protected in the event of a power failure, preserving data integrity and reducing the risk of data loss.
   • With support for advanced storage configurations, the DL380 Gen11 provides excellent flexibility in handling enterprise data requirements.

4. Networking and Connectivity:

   • The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 includes a HPE PCI Base Adapter 4x1Gb and Broadcom BCM57414 Ethernet 10/25Gb 2-port SFP28 OCP3 Adapter. These advanced network adapters provide fast, reliable connectivity, supporting high-speed networks and ensuring low-latency communication for mission-critical applications.
   • 10/25Gb Ethernet support offers flexibility for modern data center environments, providing higher bandwidth for applications that require fast data transfer speeds, such as high-performance computing (HPC), virtualized workloads, and cloud environments.

5. Power Supply:

   • The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is equipped with a 1000W Flex Slot Titanium Power Supply. The Titanium efficiency rating ensures that the system operates with maximum energy efficiency, reducing overall power consumption and helping businesses save on energy costs.
   • The modular power supply is also hot-swappable, providing redundancy and minimizing downtime in the event of a failure.

6. Management with iLO:

   • iLO (Integrated Lights-Out) provides remote management capabilities, allowing IT administrators to monitor, configure, and troubleshoot the server remotely. With iLO, you can access your system even when the server is powered off or the operating system is unavailable, making management and support more efficient.

7. No Optical Drive, Mouse, or Keyboard:

   • The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 does not include an optical drive, mouse, or keyboard, making it an ideal choice for rack-mounted data center environments where such peripherals are unnecessary. The focus is on high-density computing and remote management.

8. Warranty and Support:

   • The server comes with a 3-year warranty, which includes:
     • 3-year Parts Replacement
     • 3-year Labor
     • 3-year Onsite Support with Next Business Day Response
   • This comprehensive warranty ensures that your server is supported throughout its lifecycle, providing peace of mind for businesses relying on their infrastructure for daily operations.

Specifications

• Model: HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11
• Processor:
  • Intel® Xeon® Silver 4416+ (20 cores, 2.0 GHz, 165W)
  • High-performance heat sink included
• Memory:
  • 32 GB RDIMM 2R 4800 MT/s (1x 32GB)
  • Expandable to 3TB
• Networking:
  • HPE PCI Base Adapter 4x1Gb
  • Broadcom BCM57414 Ethernet 10/25Gb 2-port SFP28 OCP3 Adapter
• Storage:
  • HPE MR408i-o Gen11 x16 Lanes 8GB Cache OCP SPDM Storage Controller
  • Smart Storage Battery
  • No hard drives included (supports SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives)
• Power Supply:
  • 1000W Flex Slot Titanium Power Supply
• Form Factor:
  • 2U Rackmount
• Management:
  • iLO (Integrated Lights-Out)
• Warranty:
  • 3-year Parts, Labor, and Onsite Support with Next Business Day Response
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 3.47 inches (88.2 mm)
  • Width: 17.5 inches (444 mm)
  • Depth: 27.6 inches (701 mm)
  • Weight: 29.5 kg (65 lbs)

Why Choose the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Server?

1. Exceptional Performance:
   The Intel® Xeon® Silver 4416+ Processor with 20 cores delivers excellent multi-core performance for handling virtualized environments, multi-threaded applications, and high-demand enterprise workloads. It offers a balanced combination of performance, efficiency, and scalability.

2. Scalability:
   The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 offers scalability in both memory and storage, allowing businesses to easily upgrade as their needs grow. With support for up to 3TB of memory and various storage options, the server can handle the most demanding workloads.

3. Energy Efficiency:
   The 1000W Flex Slot Titanium Power Supply ensures energy-efficient operation, helping organizations reduce their overall power consumption. The Titanium efficiency rating guarantees that the server operates at the highest efficiency level, saving on energy costs in large deployments.

4. High Availability:
   The server’s iLO remote management features, coupled with Smart Storage Battery, ensure that your infrastructure remains available even during power outages or hardware failures. The ability to manage and monitor the server remotely reduces downtime and maintenance overhead.

5. Future-Proof Connectivity:
   With 10/25Gb Ethernet support, the Broadcom BCM57414 adapter provides fast, flexible networking that meets the needs of modern data centers. Whether you are scaling virtualized workloads, supporting cloud services, or running data analytics applications, the DL380 Gen11 ensures seamless network performance.

6. Comprehensive Warranty and Support:
   The 3-year warranty ensures that your server remains covered throughout its lifecycle, with support for parts, labor, and onsite service. HPE’s global support network ensures that any issues are addressed quickly, minimizing downtime.

Ideal Use Cases

• Virtualization: The server’s powerful processor, large memory capacity, and fast networking make it ideal for running virtual machines and hosting virtualized environments.
• Enterprise Applications: The DL380 Gen11 is perfect for demanding business applications such as ERP, CRM, and enterprise databases.
• Cloud Environments: Its ability to scale and manage large workloads makes it an ideal choice for cloud infrastructure and service providers.
• Big Data Analytics: The powerful processor and flexible storage options enable organizations to run big data workloads, analytics, and business intelligence applications.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): With its high core count, the Intel® Xeon® Silver 4416+ Processor is well-suited for HPC tasks such as simulations, scientific research, and engineering applications.