HP 589150-001 ProLiant DL380 Gen 7 SFF Server

Product Description

The HP 589150-001 represents the core chassis and essential framework for the HP ProLiant DL380 Generation 7 server. This particular model is configured for Small Form Factor (SFF) drives, typically meaning it accommodates 2.5-inch hard drives or SSDs. As a 2U rack-mountable server, it is designed to fit within standard server racks, offering a balance between computing power, storage capacity, and physical footprint. The DL380 Gen 7 platform was renowned for its versatility and reliability, making it a popular choice for a wide range of enterprise workloads. This chassis is engineered to support dual processors, typically from the Intel Xeon 5500, 5600, or similar series, providing substantial computational power for demanding applications. It also offers flexibility in memory configuration, supporting a significant amount of DDR3 RAM across multiple DIMM slots. The design prioritizes serviceability, often featuring hot-plug drive bays and redundant power supply options (though these may be sold separately depending on the exact configuration) to ensure high availability and minimize downtime. While the 589150-001 primarily refers to the chassis and its foundational components, a fully functional server would require the addition of processors, RAM, storage drives, a RAID controller, and potentially network interface cards and operating system software. This makes it a customizable platform, allowing IT administrators to tailor the server's specifications to meet the specific requirements of their applications, whether for virtualization, database management, web serving, or general-purpose computing.