HPE HSTNS-PL40-1 rack server Intel Xeon Silver 4210 2.2GHz 32GB DDR4

HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server

The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 is a 2U rack server built around an Intel Xeon Silver 4210 processor running at 2.2GHz with 10 cores and 20 threads. It ships with 32GB of DDR4 memory operating at 2933 MT/s and includes an HPE Smart Array SR G10 controller providing SAS 12Gb/s connectivity. This configuration suits businesses needing a reliable platform for virtualisation, database or general compute workloads in a standard rack environment.

Installation notes and common issues

The server uses an FCLGA3647 socket and a proprietary motherboard assembly P19376-001, so CPU or board swaps require exact spare parts. The 500W power supply (PN 865398-001) delivers 12V at 41.7A; ensure the rack PDU and cabling match this input. Memory slots accept registered DDR4 DIMMs only; mixing unbuffered modules will prevent boot. The Smart Array controller (PN 804334-002) must be seated in the dedicated mezzanine slot, not a standard PCIe riser.

Practical limits of SAS 12Gb/s and 2U form factor

SAS 12Gb/s provides up to 12Gb/s per lane, but total throughput depends on the number of lanes wired to the backplane and the drive count installed. The 2U chassis limits the number of drive bays and full-height expansion cards compared with larger enclosures. The single 500W PSU offers no redundancy; a second unit is required for failover. Maximum memory capacity is constrained by the installed DIMM count and the processor memory controller.