Every small to medium enterprise will need a robust, reliable, cost-effective, and affordable server. Servers are the backbone of every SME, and HP Proliant servers offer an impressive package for operations of all sizes.
Whether running a local data centre or a cloud data storage service, investing in high-quality servers built from the best tech is a surefire way to invest in your operation’s future.
But every operation is different and will require a different tech to meet current operational demands while providing the foundations to expand an operation as demands change.
Today we’ll give you a rundown of the best HP Proliant servers to invest in for your operation in 2024.
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HP Proliant DL360 Generation 9 Server (entry-level)
The first entry on this list is the entry-level generation 9 server, which is the cheapest online server from the HP Proliant range (which is still relevant for today’s operational demands). It is great for those who need to invest in a server but don’t need to dump a load of capital into it.
You can expect features such as:
- 32GB of DDR4 RAM (supplied as 2x16GB modules)
- Two Intel Xeon Six-Core E5-2620 v3 CPUs (with 2.4GHz clock speed)
- HP Ethernet 1 Gb 4-port 331i Adapter (embedded into the machine)
- HPE Smart Array P440ar RAID controller (with 2GB NV Cache)
- X4 way backplane that can house up to 4 x 3.5” drives (SAS, SATA, SSD)
- 1U rackmount chassis type
- HP iLO4 Standard Remote Access feature
- Two Dual Redundant Power Supplies (PSUs)
Most of the generation 9 servers in this range cost between £320 – £385 and don’t come with any hard disk drives or solid-state drives installed, and they would need to be bought separately.
HP Proliant DL360 Generation 9 Server (mid-level)
For those enterprise operations that need a bit more versatility from their server, the mid-level option for a generation 9 DL360 Proliant server provides more bang for your buck. This is a solid choice if you are looking for a decent all-in-one option that won’t need any additional purchases.
A typical mid-range Proliant generation 9 DL360 server will feature the following:
- Two Intel Xeon Six-Core E5-2620 v3 CPUs (with 2.4GHz clock speed)
- 32GB of DDR4 RAM (supplied as 2x16GB modules)
- HPE Smart Array P440ar RAID controller (with 2GB NV Cache)
- HP Ethernet 1 Gb 4-port 331i Adapter (embedded into the machine)
- 8TB SATA HP Enterprise-class hot-swap hard drive (7200 RPM, 6Gbps, 3.5”)
- 1U rackmount chassis type
- HP iLO4 Standard Remote Access feature
- X4 way backplane that can house up to 4 x 3.5” drives (SAS, SATA, SSD)
- Two Dual Redundant Power Supplies (PSUs)
The price point is marginally more expensive than the entry-level due to the inclusion of a SATA drive, and you can expect to spend around £530 – £640 on a server with these specifications.
HP Proliant DL360 Generation 9 Server (high-end)
If you know that your operation will need to expand its operational capacity soon, or you already need a more powerful server to handle an uptick in serving your new customers, then a high-end option is in order.
For a high-end DL360 generation 9 server, you can expect the following specifications:
- Two Intel Xeon E5-2680 v3 CPUs (12 cores, 2.5Ghz clock speed)
- 128GB DDR4 RAM (8x16GB modules)
- HP Ethernet 1 Gb 4-port 331i Adapter (embedded into the machine)
- HPE Smart Array P840 (with 4GB cache)
- HP iLO4 Standard Remote Access feature
- Two Dual Redundant Power Supplies (PSUs)
- X8 way and x2 way backplanes to support up to 10 x 2.5” drives (SATA, SAS, SSD)
- 1U rackmount chassis type
This tech will set you back with a price point of £900 – £1080. Remember that high-end options often come without hard disk or solid-state drives, so always double-check before purchasing.
HP Proliant DL380 Generation 10 Server
There are operations out there that will require more powerful servers to handle much larger workloads, which is what the 10th-generation DL360 HP Proliant servers are for. The mid-level option for a Gen10 server has impressive specifications:
- Two Intel Xeon Silver 4114 CPUs (10 Cores, 2.2GHz clock speed)
- 64GB DDR4 RAM (supplied in 4x16GB modules)
- HPE Smart Array P408i-a RAID controller
- HP iLO4 Standard Remote Access feature
- Two Dual Redundant Power Supplies (PSUs)
- HP Ethernet 1 Gb 4-port 331i Adapter (embedded into the machine)
- Two 600GB SAS HP Enterprise Class hot-swap hard drive disks (10,000 RPM, 6Gbps, 2.5”)
- X8 way backplane (can handle up to 8 x 2.5” drives, SAS, SATA or SSD)
- 1U rackmount chassis type
A server of this calibre offers exceptional functionality for a fair price point of between £2,700 – £3,250.
To Conclude
There are many different HP Proliant server configurations for all enterprise operations.
These are a few key servers to consider but always perform your due diligence with a server, what it is capable of, and if it’ll meet your requirements before purchasing!
