HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 2U rack server Dual Xeon 6430 32C 2.1GHz 256GB 7.68TB SAS

2U Dual-Xeon Server for Virtualised Workloads

This HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 is a 2U rack server built around two Xeon Gold 6430 processors, each with 32 cores at 2.1 GHz and a 3.40 GHz turbo. It ships with 256 GB of DDR5-4800 ECC buffered memory and 7.68 TB of enterprise SAS 12Gb/s SSD storage. The platform targets organisations running databases, virtualisation or multiple simultaneous applications in hybrid environments. Buyers needing GPU-accelerated AI training or dense single-thread performance should look elsewhere.

Pre-Installation Checks for Rack Deployment

Verify that your rack provides a standard 2U bay and that the included rail kit matches the mounting depth of your enclosure. The server uses redundant hot-swap power supplies, so confirm the PDU connectors and available circuits before installation. Memory and drives are supplied separately and require fitting, so schedule downtime and compatible tools for that work. The embedded OCP3 network adapter delivers four 1 GbE ports; ensure your switch ports and cabling support that connectivity.

Build Quality and Day-to-Day Serviceability

The chassis supports hot-swappable power supplies, allowing a failed unit to be replaced without taking the server offline. Enterprise 2.5-inch SAS SSDs sit in hot-swap bays for quick capacity changes. Remote management is handled by integrated iLO 6 with Intelligent Provisioning, giving out-of-band control over firmware, hardware health and OS deployment. The MR408i-o storage controller with 4 GB cache manages RAID across the four 1.92 TB drives. Windows Server 2022 Standard is licensed for 16 cores.