HP 680188-002 Socket FCLGA2011 System Board for ProLiant DL380P Gen8

Product Description

The HP 680188-002 is the core system board engineered for the HP ProLiant DL380P Gen8 server, a highly versatile 2U rack-mount server known for its performance and expandability. This motherboard is built around the FCLGA2011 socket, which supports a wide range of Intel Xeon E5-2600 family processors, including both the v1 and v2 generations. This allows for flexible configuration options to meet diverse computing demands, from general-purpose workloads to more intensive applications. As the central hub of the server, the system board integrates essential components and provides the necessary interfaces for all other hardware. This includes multiple DIMM slots for DDR3 ECC memory, SATA and SAS controllers for storage connectivity, integrated network ports, and various expansion slots (such as PCIe) for adding specialized cards like Fibre Channel adapters or additional network interfaces. Its design is optimized for the specific chassis and power delivery requirements of the DL380P Gen8. This motherboard is crucial for the overall functionality, performance, and reliability of the ProLiant DL380P Gen8 server. It is designed to support the demanding requirements of enterprise data centers, offering features like ECC memory support for data integrity and robust power management. Replacing or upgrading this component requires careful attention to compatibility and installation procedures within the specific server model.