Rack server HP Enterprise HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 5515+ 3.2GHz 8‑core 1P 64GB DDR5 8SFF MR416i-o 960GB SATA (2x480GB) 2x1000W PS EU

HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is a 2U rack server designed for data center workloads, virtualization, and hybrid cloud environments. This single-socket configuration is powered by an Intel Xeon Gold 5515+ 3.2 GHz processor and includes 64 GB DDR5 memory (2×32 GB), an onboard MR416i-o SATA controller, 960 GB total SSD storage (2×480 GB), eight SFF drive bays, and dual 1000 W redundant power supplies. The server supports advanced features such as PCIe Gen5 I/O, high memory density, and scalable options for GPU and storage expansion.

Advantages

The server offers a compact 2U design with enterprise-grade reliability, redundant 1000 W power supplies, and onboard RAID support via the MR416i-o controller. With DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen5 support it provides increased memory bandwidth and higher I/O throughput for virtualized applications and software-defined storage. Integrated HPE iLO 6 remote management enables secure configuration, monitoring, and updates.

Suitable for

• Virtualization and virtual machine hosts
• Software-defined storage and database workloads
• Data analytics and video transcoding
• Hybrid cloud and enterprise application servers

Key specifications

• Processor: Intel Xeon Gold 5515+ 3.2 GHz (8 cores, 1P)
• Memory: 64 GB DDR5-5600 (2×32 GB)
• Storage: 960 GB total (2×480 GB SATA SSD)
• Drive bays: 8× SFF
• RAID: MR416i-o onboard controller (supports RAID)
• Power: Dual 1000 W redundant PSUs
• Chassis: Rack 2U
• Management: HPE Integrated Lights-Out 6 (iLO 6)
• Expandable I/O: PCIe Gen5 support

How to use

Install the server into a standard 19-inch rack using appropriate rails and grounding. Populate memory and storage according to workload requirements and follow HPE guidelines for DIMM and drive population. Configure RAID groups with the MR416i-o controller if redundant storage is required. Use HPE iLO 6 for initial setup, firmware updates, and remote management tasks. Connect redundant power supplies to separate power sources for high availability.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use DDR5 modules matched in pairs and maintain firmware and iLO updates. Place critical VMs on RAID-protected volumes and distribute power inputs across separate circuits. Monitor temperatures and airflow in the 2U enclosure when installing GPUs or additional high-power components.