The HP ProLiant DL580 G5 is the best in class platform for virtualization, combining Intel’s newest Xeon® processor technology, maximum scalability and high availability features. This 4-socket server offers unsurpassed flexibility and serviceability in a versatile, 4U rack-optimized form factor. Based on the latest industry standard technologies, the DL580 G5 provides the highest levels of performance demanded by today's compute intensive applications.
Multiple high availability features promote maximum uptime. Remote management with Integrated Lights-Out 2 (iLO2) technology allows administration from a standard web browser without the need to visit the server. The highly expandable architecture provides maximum application deployment flexibility with the ability to add I/O, processing, memory or storage capability as needed.
What's new
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Now with support for the Intel L7455 for high-performance AND lower power draw
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Up to 9MB level 2 cache shared between core pairs, and up to 16MB shared level 3 cache
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New SSE4 instruction set for higher efficiency, lower-power operation
Features
Outstanding performance and reliability
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4 core AMD Opteron™ 8300 Series Processors
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32 DIMM sockets allowing up to 256GB of dual channel PC2-6400 or PC2-5300 DDR2 running at up to 800MHz (depending on model)
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HP Smart Array P400 with 256MB cache (base models) and optional 512MB battery-backed write cache (performance models)
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Up to 8 SFF SAS/SATA hot plug drives for a total of up to 2.0TB of internal storage
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Dual embedded NC371i Multi-function Gigabit Server Adapters with TOE and support iSCSI
Flexibility for a variety of enterprise deployments
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Designed to fit into existing enterprise datacenters, with support for full line of HP Smart Array controllers, NICs, and storage options
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Support for the industry's most popular operating systems, including Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Red Hat® Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Sun Solaris, and VMware
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Tool-free quick deploy sliding rails, cable management and in-rack server access for both HP and third-party racks
Maximum Performance per Watt
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AMD Opteron™ Processors that require less power to run and less power to cool
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HP Power Regulator built into BIOS allows the server to be throttled up and down depending on utilization
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Independent Dynamic Core Technology™ and AMD CoolCore™ Technology reduce the power used by controlling the power used by each processor subsystem
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Small Form Factor hard drives that use up to 50% less power than traditional 3.5-inch form-factor drives
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Reviews dated from 9/1/09 – 10/15/09 may have been part of a sweepstakes submission
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