Introduction #
The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 is a powerful 2U rack server designed to handle demanding workloads with superior performance and scalability. Powered by AMD EPYC™ Gen4 processors, this server is well-suited for applications such as virtualization, cloud computing, and enterprise data management. It offers extensive storage capacity and a range of advanced features to meet a variety of business needs.
Configuration Details #
Processor #
- Processor Family: AMD EPYC™ 9004 Series.
- Number of Processors: Up to 2.
- Maximum Cores per Processor: 96 cores.
- Thermal Design Power (TDP): Up to 400W per processor.
- Socket Configuration: Dual-socket for enhanced performance.
Memory #
- Maximum Memory Capacity: 4TB DDR5.
- Memory Types: RDIMM, LRDIMM.
- Memory Speed: Up to 4800 MT/s.
- DIMM Slots: 16 slots.
- Error Correction: ECC (Error-Correcting Code) support.
Storage #
- Storage Controller: HPE Smart Array P408i-a Gen10 Plus Controller (RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10).
- Drive Bays:
- Up to 48x SFF (2.5″) bays.
- Maximum Storage Capacity: 737.28TB with 48x 15.36TB .
- Supported Drive Types: NVMe, SAS, SATA.
Expansion #
- PCIe Gen5 Slots: 6 slots.
- Networking:
- Standard: 2x 1GbE network ports.
- Optional Upgrades: 10GbE, 25GbE, 100GbE adapters.
Power Supply #
- Power Options:
- 800W or 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Hot-Plug Power Supplies.
- Redundant power configurations available.
Configuration Summary Table #
Component | Specification |
---|---|
Processor Family | AMD EPYC™ 9004 Series |
Number of Processors | Up to 2 |
Maximum Cores per Processor | 96 cores |
TDP per Processor | Up to 400W |
Memory Capacity | Up to 4TB DDR5 |
Memory Types | RDIMM, LRDIMM |
Memory Speed | Up to 4800 MT/s |
DIMM Slots | 16 slots |
Storage Capacity | Up to 737.28TB (48x 15.36TB ) |
Drive Bays | Up to 48x SFF (2.5″) |
PCIe Gen5 Slots | 6 slots |
Networking | 2x 1GbE standard, optional 10GbE, 25GbE, 100GbE |
Power Supply Options | 800W or 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Hot-Plug, redundant options |
Dimensions | 3.4 inches (H) x 17.5 inches (W) x 29.8 inches (D) |
Weight | 23.2 kg (51 lbs) |
Physical Dimensions and Weight #
Attribute | Measurement |
---|---|
Height | 3.4 inches (86.4 mm) |
Width | 17.5 inches (444.5 mm) |
Depth | 29.8 inches (756 mm) |
Weight | 23.2 kg (51 lbs) |
Use Cases #
The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 excels in a variety of enterprise environments:
- Virtualization: Manages multiple virtual machines efficiently with its high core count and large memory capacity.
- Cloud Computing: Supports both private and hybrid cloud infrastructures with scalable and flexible resources.
- Data Analytics: Handles large-scale data processing and analytics tasks with high performance.
- Database Management: Ideal for both transactional and analytical databases, providing robust performance and reliability.
- Enterprise Applications: Suitable for business-critical applications including ERP, CRM, and other essential enterprise software.
Advanced Features #
- HPE iLO 6: Provides advanced remote management and control, including real-time monitoring and diagnostics.
- AI-Driven Insights: HPE InfoSight delivers predictive analytics for proactive maintenance and performance optimization.
- Security: Features HPE Silicon Root of Trust, TPM 2.0, and Secure Boot for enhanced protection against threats.
- Maintenance: Designed with tool-less access for easy upgrades and maintenance.
Energy Efficiency #
The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 integrates energy-efficient technologies to minimize power consumption and operational costs. Its advanced power management and cooling systems contribute to lower total cost of ownership while maintaining high performance levels.
Summary #
The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 is a versatile and high-performance 2U rack server equipped with dual AMD EPYC™ Gen4 processors, up to 4TB of DDR5 memory, and a maximum storage capacity of 737.28TB . This server is designed to handle demanding workloads across various applications such as virtualization, cloud computing, and data analytics. With its extensive scalability, advanced features, and robust performance, the DL385 Gen11 is a valuable addition to any modern data center or enterprise environment.