The HPE DL385p Gen8 is a 2U, two-socket server that features an abundance of management tools, extensive configuration flexibility, and hassle-free serviceability. This system supports DDR3 DIMMs and offers 50% more memory capacity than that of the previous generation server. New FlexibleLOM technologies allows for easy network connectivity upgrades and HPE has also developed a new tray carrier design, the SmartCarrier, that makes it easy to determine hard drive status.
A maximum of two AMD Opteron 6200 or AMD Opteron 6300 series processors can be installed on HPE's DL385p Gen8 rack server. Opteron 6300 series processors offer a 37% gain in performance over AMD 6200 series processors.
The HPE DL385p Gen8 supports up to 24 HPE DDR3 SmartMemory modules. Unbuffered (UDIMM), registered (RDIMM), and load-reduced (LRDIMM) memory modules are supported, but mixing different types is not supported. Outfitted with 32GB DDR3 LRDIMM modules in all 24 slots adds up to an impressive 768GB of memory. With HPE SmartMemory, users can expect a 16.6% performance increase over non-vetted memory modules.
HPE ProLiant DL385p Gen8 provides enhanced configuration flexibility with chassis configurations of 8 SFF, 16 SFF, 25 SFF, 8 LFF, or 12 LFF drives. Administrators can choose from SAS, SATA, HDD, or SSD hot plug drives. Both the 8 SFF and 8 LFF configurations can support an optional optical drive, but the 16 SFF, 25 SFF, and 12 LFF models do not. An additional Smart Array Controller is required to support the 16 SFF configuration.
HPE's ProLiant DL385p Gen8 server supports up to six PCIe 2.0 expansion slots, all of which are full height. A single processor can support three expansion slots, but a second processor must be installed to support the remaining three slots.
HPE provides a lifecycle approach to managing the ProLiant Gen8 servers with the release of a new iLO Management Engine, iLO4. The Gen8 series provides built in server health monitoring and alerting capability with HPE's Agentless Management without the need for an installed OS. SmartStart CDs and Smart Update Firmware DVDs are no longer necessary and have been replaced by HPE's Intelligent Provisioning dramatically simplifying server deployment and configuration. HPE's Systems Insight Display (SID) is optional with the 8 SFF and 16 SFF configurations and an optional pop-out SID is supported on the 8 LFF model.
HPE's ProLiant DL385p Gen8 server is built to extend server life with their "always-on" Active Health System. It's also easy to upgrade and service with the addition of tool-less, quick access features. The introduction of HPE's SmartDrive carriers added LED status lights making hard drive status easier to interpret. HPE's 3D array of 28 in-chassis thermal sensors provide a 3D view of the server temperature and provide a more precise approach to cooling. The use of flat-cabling provides ample airflow throughout the system, further reducing the cooling cost and adds to the stress-free serviceability of the DL380p Gen8 rack server.
DIMM Slots Available
Storage Centric Model
Dedicated Workload Model
Maximized Consolidation Model
Maximum Capacity (LDIMM)
Maximum Capacity (RDIMM)
| Expansion Slot # | Technology | Bus Width | Connector Width | Bus Number | Form Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PCIe 2.0 | X8 | X16 | 5 | Full Length, Full Height |
| 2 | PCIe 2.0 | X8 | X8 | 8 | Half Length, Full Height |
| 3 | PCIe 2.0 | X4 | X8 | 11 | Half Length, Full Height |
PCIe Riser #2 (Optional - Requires 2nd Processor)
| Expansion Slot # | Technology | Bus Width | Connector Width | Bus Number | Form Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | PCIe 2.0 | X16 | X16 | 65 | Full Length, Full Height |
| 5 | PCIe 2.0 | X8 | X16 | 68 | Half Length, Full Height |
| 6 | PCIe 2.0 | X8 | X8 | 71 | Half Length, Full Height |
Storage Centric Model
Dedicated Workload Model
Maximized Consolidation Model
Optical Drive
Hard Drives
Drive Bays
| Hot Plug SFF SAS | 50.0TB | 25 x 2.0TB (on 25 SFF Drive Bay Models) |
| Hot Plug SFF SATA | 50.0TB | 25 x 2.0TB (on 25 SFF Drive Bay Models) |
| Hot Plug LFF SAS | 96.0TB | 12 x 8TB (on 12 LFF Drive Bay Models) |
| Hot Plug LFF SATA | 96.0TB | 12 x 8TB (on 12 LFF Drive Bay Models) |
| Hot Plug SFF SAS SSD | 48.0TB | 25 x 1.92TB (on 25 SFF Drive Bay Models) |
| Hot Plug LFF SATA SSD | 19.2TB | 12 x 1.6TB (on 12 LFF Drive Bay Models) |
Video
FlexibleLOM Network Ports
HPE iLO Remote Management Network Port
SD slot
USB 2.0 Ports
