Introduction #

The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 is designed to deliver powerful performance, scalability, and security in a compact 1U form factor. Whether for demanding enterprise workloads, virtualization, AI/ML tasks, or data analytics, this server offers the flexibility to handle various IT environments.

Highlights #

• Processor Support: Powered by 4th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, with up to 60 cores per processor, offering significant compute power for data-intensive applications.
• Memory Capacity: Supports up to 8TB of DDR5 memory across 32 DIMM slots, running at speeds of up to 4800 MT/s.
• Storage Flexibility: Configurable for up to 10 NVMe, SAS, or SATA drives, allowing for a mix of high-performance and large-capacity storage solutions.
• Expansion: Features up to 4 PCIe 5.0 slots, providing high-speed connectivity for accelerators, storage, and networking devices.
• Energy Efficiency: Includes Platinum and Titanium-rated power supply options ranging from 500W to 1600W, designed for energy-efficient operation.
• Advanced Cooling: Offers air-cooled and liquid-cooled configurations to maintain performance under heavy workloads.

Configuration Options #

Processors #

• Supports up to 2 x 4th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, providing up to 60 cores per CPU.
• Ideal for compute-heavy tasks such as AI/ML, virtualization, and large-scale data processing.

Memory #

• 32 DIMM slots supporting DDR5 memory.
• Maximum capacity of 8TB with speeds of up to 4800 MT/s, delivering faster data access and reduced latency.

Storage #

• Configurations for up to 10 storage drives with options for NVMe, SAS, and SATA.
• NVMe for high-performance storage and SAS/SATA for high capacity, enabling flexible storage architecture for varied workloads.

Expansion Slots #

• Up to 4 PCIe 5.0 slots delivering double the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0.
• Ideal for integrating modern GPUs, FPGAs, and other accelerators for enhanced workload performance.

Networking #

• Flexible networking options with 10GbE, 25GbE, and 100GbE adapters.
• RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access) support for low-latency, high-speed data transfer, critical for performance-sensitive applications.

Management and Security #

iLO 6 – Comprehensive Server Management #

• HPE iLO 6 enables remote monitoring, server health analysis, and firmware updates. With AI-driven insights, server performance and operations can be optimized efficiently.

Silicon Root of Trust #

• Built-in Silicon Root of Trust offers robust security, protecting the system from firmware-based attacks by ensuring secure boot processes and verifying system integrity.

Power and Cooling #

Power Supply #

• Available with 500W, 800W, and 1600W options.
• Platinum and Titanium-rated supplies ensure optimal energy efficiency, helping reduce overall operational costs.

Cooling Solutions #

• Enhanced air-cooled and liquid-cooled designs keep the server running at optimal temperatures, even in demanding environments. The liquid cooling options are particularly suited for high-performance workloads like AI or HPC.

Dimensions and Weight #

• Form Factor: 1U rack server, compact for dense data center environments.
• Dimensions:
• Height: 4.28 cm (1.68 in)
• Width: 43.46 cm (17.11 in)
• Depth: 74.98 cm (29.52 in)
• Weight:
• Minimum configuration: 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs)
• Maximum configuration: 17.6 kg (38.8 lbs)

Use Cases #

• Cloud and Virtualization: The server’s high memory capacity and powerful processors make it ideal for cloud environments and virtualization tasks.
• AI/ML Workloads: With support for GPUs and FPGAs, the DL360 Gen11 can handle AI model training and machine learning inference efficiently.
• Data Analytics: High-speed storage and networking make the server an excellent choice for processing large datasets, enabling rapid data analytics.
• Enterprise Applications: Suitable for traditional enterprise applications, including databases, ERP, and large-scale web hosting.

Summary #

The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 is a highly versatile and scalable server designed to meet the needs of modern data centers. Its powerful processors, expansive memory support, flexible storage configurations, and advanced management features make it a reliable and efficient solution for various high-performance workloads.