HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Smart Choice 2U Rack Server - Intel Xeon Silver 4514Y 16-Core 2.0GHz, 128GB DDR5, 8x SFF, 2x 10GbE, 2x 1000W

Equipped with the Intel Xeon Silver 4514Y processor and 128GB of DDR5 memory, this HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Smart Choice server delivers exceptional compute power for demanding enterprise workloads. Its 2U rack form factor, 8 SFF drive bays, and dual 10GbE networking make it a versatile foundation for virtualization, databases, and cloud applications.

Overview

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is a secure, scalable 2U rack server designed for a wide range of enterprise applications. This Smart Choice configuration includes a single Intel Xeon Silver 4514Y processor with 16 cores, 128GB of DDR5 memory, and an 8-bay SFF drive cage. It is ideal for businesses seeking a reliable platform for virtualization, hyper-converged infrastructure, database management, and cloud computing.

What stands out

• Intel Xeon Silver 4514Y processor with 16 cores and 30MB cache for robust multi-threaded performance.
• 128GB of DDR5 memory with ECC support for enhanced data integrity and speed.
• Flexible storage with 8 SFF hot-swap drive bays supporting SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives.
• Integrated 2x 10GbE networking via Broadcom BCM57416 for high-speed connectivity.
• Dual 1000W redundant power supplies for maximum uptime and reliability.
• Comprehensive management with HPE iLO and optional Intelligent Provisioning for simplified deployment.

Technical details

• Processor: 1x Intel Xeon Silver 4514Y, 16 cores, 2.0GHz base, up to 3.4GHz turbo, 30MB cache, Socket E LGA4677.
• Memory: 128GB (4x 32GB) DDR5 ECC Registered, 4800 MT/s, expandable up to 8TB.
• Storage: 8 SFF hot-swap drive bays, no drives included, supports SAS/SATA/NVMe, embedded Intel VROC SATA software RAID.
• Network: 2x 10GbE RJ-45 ports (Broadcom BCM57416), plus 1x 1GbE management port.
• Expansion: Up to 4 PCIe Gen5 slots (riser dependent), 2x M.2 slots for boot.
• Management: HPE iLO Standard with Intelligent Provisioning, optional iLO Advanced.
• Power: 2x 1000W Flex Slot Platinum hot-plug power supplies, redundant.
• Form Factor: 2U rack, includes easy install rails and cable management arm.
• Security: Silicon root of trust, TPM 2.0, secure recovery, UEFI Secure Boot.

Our verdict

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Smart Choice server strikes an excellent balance between performance, expandability, and security. With its powerful Xeon Silver processor, generous DDR5 memory, and flexible storage options, it is a reliable workhorse for any enterprise data center.