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HP DL380G9-P240-2690V3 Server 192GB Renewed 32TB SAS
192GB DDR4
Dual 12-core Xeon horsepower and 32TB of SAS storage in a proven 2U chassis — enterprise density without the new-iron price.
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Overview
Power and Reliability for Enterprise Demands
Introducing the HP DL380 G9 4-Bay 3.5" Server, a robust and reliable solution designed for enterprise-level computing. Featuring dual Intel Xeon E5-2690 V3 processors, ample memory, and high-capacity storage, this renewed server delivers exceptional performance for critical applications.
Specifications:
- System: HP DL380 G9 4-Bay 3.5" Server
- Processors: 2x Intel Xeon E5-2690 V3 12-Core 2.6Ghz
- Memory: 192GB DDR4 REG RAM
- Storage: 32TB (4x 8TB SAS 12Gb/s 3.5")
- Controller: HPE Smart Array P240 12Gb/s
Key Features
HP DL380 G9 4-Bay 3.5 Server
2x Intel Xeon E5-2690 V3 12-Core 2.6Ghz
192GB DDR4 REG RAM
HPE Smart Array P240 12Gb/s
32TB (4x 8TB SAS 12Gb/s 3.5")
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Dual E5-2690 V3 CPUs deliver 24 physical cores and 48 threads at 2.6GHz base, handling parallel virtualization and database workloads without throttling.
- 192GB DDR4 registered ECC RAM provides substantial headroom for multiple concurrent VMs or large in-memory datasets.
- 12Gb/s SAS backplane on both the P240 controller and the 8TB drives eliminates storage bandwidth as a bottleneck for sequential read/write workloads.
- The DL380 G9 chassis has a mature, well-documented hardware ecosystem — drivers, firmware, and compatibility are a solved problem.
- 32TB raw capacity across four hot-swap 3.5" bays enables flexible RAID configurations without immediate expansion pressure.
👎 Cons
- The E5-2690 V3 is a Haswell-EP era processor — PCIe 3.0 only, no AVX-512 support, which matters for certain AI inference and modern cryptography workloads.
- As a renewed unit, no warranty terms are standardized across sellers — buyers must confirm coverage scope before purchase.
- The 4-bay 3.5" configuration limits maximum drive count; scaling beyond 32TB requires a DAS expansion shelf or drive density upgrade.
- Power consumption at full CPU load makes this unsuitable for environments without dedicated rack power and cooling infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "renewed" mean for this server, and what condition should I expect?
Renewed means the unit has been inspected, tested, and certified to function within spec — drives, memory, and processors have been validated. Cosmetic wear is likely; functional reliability is the standard being guaranteed.
Can I expand the RAM beyond 192GB in this configuration?
The DL380 G9 supports up to 768GB DDR4 RDIMM across its 24 DIMM slots. At 192GB, you have headroom remaining — additional 16GB or 32GB RDIMMs can be added as workloads demand.
What RAID levels does the HPE Smart Array P240 controller support?
The P240 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. With four 8TB SAS drives installed, RAID 5 gives you ~24TB usable with single-drive fault tolerance — a practical starting configuration for most workloads.
Does this server ship with an operating system?
No OS is included. The server supports Windows Server, VMware ESXi, and major Linux distributions. HPE's Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) provides firmware and driver bundles for clean OS installations.
What's the thermal and power profile I should plan around?
The DL380 G9 with dual E5-2690 V3 CPUs draws approximately 350–500W under typical load. It requires a standard rack with adequate airflow — this is a server-room or dedicated rack enclosure unit, not suitable for a standard office environment without proper cooling.
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