HP ProLiant DL320s Server series

HP ProLiant DL320s Server series

Overview

The HP ProLiant DL320s Server delivers Enterprise level features, storage optimization, and high-end performance at an entry level price. The Intel Dual Core processors, 10.5TB storage capacity, and DDR2 Memory support, enhance this ultra-dense 2U solution for both Enterprise and SMB customers. The performance features of the ProLiant DL320s include up to 8GB of PC2-5300 DDR2 memory, 10.5TB of Storage Capacity, and the new Dual-core Intel® Xeon® processors with 4 Megabytes of Level 2 cache. The ProLiant DL320s also features iLO 2, the Next generation Lights-Out management delivering server remote control for any occasion. The SAS Smart Array P400, which comes standard on the ProLiant DL320s, is HP’s first PCI-Express controller with expander support and upgrades allowing RAID 6 utilizing HP’s Advanced Data Guarding (ADG). The SAS Smart Array P800 is also supported and allows you to attach additional external storage devices. Dual PCI Express slots provide the ultimate in I/O serial performance and investment protection. In addition to dual integrated gigabit NICs, the ProLiant DL320s supports both SAS and SATA Hard Drives. A MUST BUY!!

What's new

The ProLiant DL320s is an ideal solution for customers looking for high-density servers based on a standard operating systems using standard components for large blocks of data to service large data farms.

Performance

• One dual-core Intel Xeon 3060/3070 Series Processor
• Standard Dual PCI Express slots offers high performance and investment protection for customers

Flexibility

• Supports SAS or SATA Hard Disks Drives
• Up to 8 GB PC2-2400 533MHz DDR2 RAM
• Integrated Dual Port Gigabit NIC

Management

• Embedded iLO2 Remote Management with full sideband (UMP) support
• Integrated Remote Console
• Virtual KVM technology

Options

• Ability to purchase Microsoft Windows Server 2003 for Embedded Systems with Microsoft ISA Server 2004 Standard Edition configure to order from HP.

Ideal environment

Environments of all types and sizes

• The flexibility of the DL320s allows it to be used by businesses of all sizes for a vast array of applications
• Large internal storage capacity for everything from web apps to databases
• 12-bay standard drive cage provides up to 9TBof storage (12x750GB)
• Easily connected to storage networks and easily managed from wherever you

Growing businesses with expandability requirements

• Mixture of PCI-X and PCI-Express I/O slots allows users to choose the expansion card technology

Space-constrained corporate data centers and service providers

• The DL320s packs the storage, memory, and I/O you need into only 2U of rack space
• Ambidextrous cable management and a quick deploy rail solution make racking a snap
• Availability features like hot plug redundant power, Adv ECC for advanced memory protection, and redundant fans keep environments up and running and users productive

Specifications

Key Benefits

Low cost, high capacity, storage optimized with Dual Core Performance

Proven performance

• State-of the-art Intel® Xeon® 3000 Series dual core processors
• Up to 8GB of 4-way interleaved PC2-5300 (DDR2-667) SDRAM to support demanding memory intensive applications
• 2PCI-Express expansion slots provide latest I/O performance technologies
• Dual multifunction Gigabit NICs with TOE to reduce network latency.

Optimized storage, versatility, and availability

• Complete data protection HP Smart Array P400 with 256 MB Battery-backed write cache (Standard). Optional upgrade to 512 MB of BBWC on the P400 or to a HP Smart Array P800 with 512 MB of BBWC.
• High Capacity and performance with (14) large form factor hot-plug drive bays provides up to 10.5TB of storage Capacity
• Advanced memory protection technologies protect the system from memory errors
• Hot plug fully redundant fans and power supply capabilities provide for maximum up-time

Industry-leading management solutions

• Integrated Lights-Out 2 (iLO2) allows powerful, hardware-based remote administration and control from a standard web-browser to conserve valuable IT staff resources
• Server configuration and deployment is simplified with tools like SmartStart, Rapid Deployment Pack, PXE, and ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU)
• Management tools such as HP Systems Insight Manager and iLO provide easy yet secure status and access to ProLiant servers, ensuring optimal levels of uptime

Engineered for reliability and ease of ownership

• Clean, tool-free, mechanical design enhances reliability and simplifies configuration and maintenance
  • Tool-free, modular components
  • Hot-plug redundancy features for fast maintenance
  • Minimal cables for easy access to components
• Quick deploy rail system delivers easy installation and fast server access
  • Universal tool-free sliding rails support square and round hole racks
  • Ambidextrous cable management arm for cabling flexibility
  • Quick release levers provide fast access
• Commonality focus, within and across platforms, increases IT productivity
  • Universal drives and Smart Array Controllers
  • Common components simplify spares
    • Hot plug power supply
  • Unit ID for easy in rack identification
• ROM based configuration and management features increase uptime and simplify configuration
  • Redundant ROM protects platform during upgrades
  • ROM based drivers for OS independent health monitoring

Delivering Best-run Server Infrastructure

The world's best run server infrastructures are built with ProLiant servers and HP Infrastructure Management-- software that gives you total control, maximum flexibility and tangible savings from your ProLiant investment.

• Total Control
• Take complete control of your server infrastructure from anywhere
• Maximum Flexibility
• Be responsive to the needs of your organization, efficiently and precisely
• Tangible Savings
• Make the most of every dollar you invest in server assets, IT staff and facilities

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