HPE Proliant DL360 G10 Servers

The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 is a high-density, 1U rackmount server designed for performance, security, and scalability in enterprise data centers and hybrid cloud environments. Built for demanding workloads such as virtualization, database processing, and high-performance computing, the DL360 Gen10 delivers exceptional power in a compact form factor without compromising on expansion or flexibility. With dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors, advanced memory configurations, and industry-leading security features, it is a reliable solution for organizations that prioritize performance, uptime, and manageability.

Performance

The DL360 Gen10 is equipped with dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors (1st or 2nd Gen) from the Silver, Gold, or Platinum series, supporting up to 28 cores per CPU and 56 cores total in a dual-socket configuration. With support for up to 3.8GHz base clock speeds and Turbo Boost Technology, the server delivers powerful compute performance ideal for virtualization, cloud services, and compute-intensive applications. The DL360 Gen10 also features Intel AVX-512, Hyper-Threading, and Speed Select Technology, enabling higher throughput, improved workload flexibility, and efficiency across various use cases.

Memory and Scalability

Supporting up to 24 DDR4 DIMM slots, the DL360 Gen10 can deliver a maximum of 3.0TB of memory using HPE’s SmartMemory and Intel Optane Persistent Memory (on compatible processors). It supports ECC Registered (RDIMM) and Load-Reduced DIMM (LRDIMM) modules at speeds up to 2933 MT/s or 3200 MT/s depending on the CPU generation. This memory architecture supports high-performance workloads with advanced error correction, mirroring, and failover capabilities, offering both scalability and reliability for growing business needs.

Storage Flexibility

The HPE DL360 Gen10 supports a wide range of storage configurations:

• Up to 10 x 2.5” SAS/SATA/NVMe drives or 4 x 3.5” drives
• Optional support for M.2 boot devices, NVMe U.2 drives, and rear drive options
• HPE Smart Array controllers, including the P408i-a and P816i-a, supporting RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
• Optional mixed-use configurations, combining NVMe for performance and HDDs for capacity
  

This flexibility allows the DL360 Gen10 to be configured for a wide variety of workloads, from fast transactional databases to high-capacity storage solutions for backup and archiving.

I/O and Expandability

Despite its 1U size, the DL360 Gen10 provides excellent I/O options:

• Up to 3 PCIe 3.0 slots with riser configurations
• Support for dual HPE FlexibleLOM and OCP mezzanine cards for 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, or 100GbE networking
• GPU support for up to two low-profile GPUs (NVIDIA Tesla T4, for example)
  

These features enable custom expansion for storage, networking, or compute acceleration, making the DL360 Gen10 adaptable for enterprise and HPC workloads in dense server environments.

Virtualization and Use Cases

The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 is optimized for:

• Virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Red Hat KVM
• Database hosting, VDI environments, and cloud-native applications
• Dev/test labs, web hosting, and high-density compute clusters
  

Its balance of memory, compute, and I/O performance makes it ideal for environments requiring rapid provisioning, workload consolidation, or scale-out deployments in data centers or hybrid cloud scenarios.

Management and Automation

The DL360 Gen10 features HPE iLO 5 (Integrated Lights-Out), which offers advanced remote management capabilities:

• Full remote console, virtual media, and scriptable command-line access
• Silicon Root of Trust for security at the firmware level
• HPE InfoSight, OneView, and Intelligent Provisioning for predictive analytics and simplified management
• Automated monitoring, firmware updates, and policy-based configuration
  

These tools reduce administrative overhead and improve operational visibility across server fleets.

Energy Efficiency

Designed with energy-conscious data centers in mind, the DL360 Gen10 supports:

• 80 PLUS Platinum and Titanium power supplies
• Redundant hot-plug PSUs with dynamic power capping
• ASRHAE A/3/A4 compliance for high-temperature operation
• Intelligent System Tuning for power-optimized performance
  

This ensures reduced power consumption without sacrificing performance, supporting green IT goals and lower total cost of ownership.

Reliability and Availability

Enterprise-grade reliability is built into the DL360 Gen10:

• Redundant, hot-swappable fans, drives, and power supplies
• Advanced memory protection: ECC, memory mirroring, and failover
• Secure boot and firmware verification
• Pre-boot security, and TPM (Trusted Platform Module) support
  

These features provide high availability and protection against system failures or unauthorized access, crucial for mission-critical infrastructure.

Key Features at a Glance:

• Compute Power: Dual Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs (up to 56 cores total)
• Memory Capacity: Up to 3.0TB DDR4 SmartMemory with ECC and Intel Optane support
• Storage Options: Up to 10 x 2.5” SAS/SATA/NVMe or 4 x 3.5” drives; support for M.2 and rear drives
• I/O Expandability: Up to 3 PCIe slots, OCP/FlexibleLOM networking, GPU support
• Virtualization Support: VMware, Hyper-V, Red Hat KVM, and more
• Management Tools: iLO 5, HPE OneView, Intelligent Provisioning, and InfoSight integration
• Energy Efficiency: High-efficiency PSUs, ASHRAE compliance, Intelligent System Tuning
• Reliability: Hot-swap components, advanced memory protection, and Silicon Root of Trust
  

Business Value

The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 delivers enterprise-class power, scalability, and security in a space-saving 1U chassis, making it an ideal choice for data centers seeking high performance in a dense form factor. Its versatile configuration options, rich remote management capabilities, and robust security features support a wide range of IT workloads with confidence and efficiency. Whether used in traditional data centers or hybrid cloud deployments, the DL360 Gen10 combines performance and reliability with a lower total cost of ownership—making it a smart investment for modern business infrastructure.