HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 9124 3.0GHz 16 Core 1P 32GB-R 8SFF 800W PS Server

Overview

The HPE P55080-B21 is a 2U rack server designed to deliver reliable compute power and scalable storage options for demanding workloads. Powered by a 16-core AMD EPYC 9124 processor running at 3.0 GHz and equipped with 32 GB of DDR5 memory, it supports expansion up to 6 TB to accommodate growing data and virtualization needs. Its eight small form factor drive bays and PCIe Gen5 expansion slots provide flexibility for storage and accelerator configurations, making it well suited for data analytics, AI training, and high-performance storage environments.

Key features

• 16-core AMD EPYC processor delivers strong multi-threaded performance for complex workloads.
• DDR5 memory starting at 32 GB with capacity to scale up to 6 TB supports large datasets and virtual environments.
• Eight small form factor drive bays offer versatile storage options for balancing speed and capacity.
• PCIe Gen5 x16 slot and two OCP 3.0 slots enable easy integration of GPUs, network adapters, or storage controllers.
• 800 W hot-plug power supply allows replacement without downtime, ensuring continuous operation.
• Integrated Lights-Out 6 remote management provides secure, out-of-band control for monitoring and maintenance.
• Hardware-based root of trust and secure boot protect firmware integrity against attacks.
• Four built-in 1 Gb Ethernet ports powered by Broadcom controller cover standard networking needs.

Key specs

• Processor: AMD EPYC 9124, 16 cores, 3.0 GHz
• Memory: 32 GB DDR5, expandable to 6 TB
• Drive bays: 8 small form factor (SFF)
• Expansion slots: 1 PCIe Gen5 x16, 2 OCP 3.0
• Power supply: 800 W hot-plug
• Network: 4 x 1 Gb Ethernet ports (Broadcom controller)
• Form factor: 2U rackmount

Connectivity and compatibility

This server includes four integrated 1 Gb Ethernet ports that handle typical network traffic efficiently. For environments requiring higher bandwidth or specialized connectivity, the PCIe Gen5 and OCP 3.0 slots allow installation of advanced network adapters or storage controllers. This flexibility ensures the server can adapt to evolving infrastructure demands without a full hardware overhaul.

Performance and reliability

The combination of a 16-core AMD EPYC processor and DDR5 memory provides a solid foundation for compute-intensive tasks such as virtualization, AI model training, and data analytics. The hot-plug power supply supports uninterrupted operation by enabling power module replacement without shutting down the system. Security features like hardware root of trust and secure boot add a layer of protection critical for sensitive workloads in research or financial sectors.

Ideal uses and environments

This server fits well in data centers supporting virtualization clusters, AI development teams, and storage-heavy applications. Its scalable memory and storage options make it a strong choice for organizations that anticipate growth in data volume or user demand. The remote management capabilities also make it suitable for IT teams managing distributed or multi-site deployments.