QuickSpecs

Compaq ProLiant DL580

Standard Features

P r o c e s s o r

Intel Pentium III Xeon processor 700 MHz

 

(Note: One or two processors ship standard depending on model.)

 

 

Cache Memor y

2-MB level 2 writeback cache per processor standard

One of the following

1-MB level 2 writeback cache per processor standard

 

 

 

Upgrad abi li ty

Upgradable to quad processing

 

 

Support for future processor upgrades

 

 

 

Memor y

Standard

512 MB (PC100-MHz Advanced ECC SDRAM Memory)

 

Maximum

16 GB

Note: Advanced ECC Memory Technology protects the data even in the event of an entire SDRAM component failure. Embedded in the chipset design, this feature allows the use of Industry-Standard Registered DIMMs.

Networ k Con trol ler

Integraged Compaq NC3134 Fast Ethernet NIC 64 PCI Dual Base 10/100 in a slot (upgradable to Gigabit)

 

 

 

Expan sion Slo ts

I/O (Total)

6, 5 available

 

64-bit/66-MHz PCI Hot Plug

2, 1 available

 

64-bit/33-MHz PCI Hot Plug

2, 2 available

 

64-bit/33-MHz PCI

1, 1 available

 

Non-Hot Plug

 

 

32-bit/33-MHz PCI

1, 1 available

 

Non-Hot Plug

 

 

 

Stor age Con tro ll er

Integrated Smart Array Controller (supports Internal RAID 0, 1, 0+1, 5 and external tape devices)

 

Note: The Integrated Smart Array Controller is embedded on the system board.

 

 

 

Stor age

Diskette Drives

1.44 MB

 

CD-ROM

High Speed IDE CD-ROM Drive (slim line)

 

Hard Drives

None

 

Maximum Internal Storage

145.6 GB (4 x 36.4 GB 1drives) (internal hot plug drive cage)

 

 

 

Interfaces

Parallel

1

 

Serial

1 (Note: You can configure a second serial device to your ProLiant DL580 server

 

 

by installing the auxiliary serial connector that ships with the server. The auxiliary

 

 

connector attaches to a serial port B on the peripheral board and exits the rear of

 

 

the server through the auxiliary serial knockout located directly above the

 

 

redundant power feeds.)

 

Pointing Device (Mouse)

1

 

Graphics

1

 

Hot Plug Keyboard

1

 

External Wide Ultra2 SCSI

1

 

Network RJ-45

1

 

 

Graphi cs

Integrated 1280 x 1024, 256 color on PCI local bus, 2-MB video memory

 

 

Form Factor

Rack (4U = 7), ships with sliding rails and cable management

 

 

 

Compaq So ftwar e

Compaq Insight Manager

The comprehensive system management tool that monitors the operation of

 

 

Compaq servers, workstations and clients

 

Compaq SmartStart

The server configuration and software integration tool from Compaq

 

Array Configuration Utility (ACU)

Same easy to use yet powerful graphical user interface (GUI) configuration utility

 

with Smart Array Controllers

and easy to navigate wizards for all Smart Array Controllers

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DL580 specifications

The Compaq DL580 is a powerful and versatile server designed for demanding enterprise environments. Released as part of Compaq's ProLiant series, the DL580 targets mission-critical applications and offers a robust architecture that ensures high availability, scalability, and performance.

One of the defining features of the Compaq DL580 is its ability to support multiple Intel Xeon processors. This server typically accommodates four processors, making it capable of handling substantial workloads and enabling significant multitasking capabilities. The processor options come with advanced technologies such as hyper-threading, which allows for more efficient use of processing resources by enabling multiple threads to run on each core.

The system memory of the DL580 is designed to optimize performance in memory-intensive applications. With support for a large capacity of RAM, it ensures faster data access and improved throughput. The use of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory enhances reliability, detecting and correcting potential data corruption, which is crucial in critical business applications.

Storage flexibility is another hallmark of the Compaq DL580. The server offers various drive options, including support for SATA and SCSI drives, which can be configured in RAID arrays for improved performance and data redundancy. This capability allows organizations to tailor their storage solutions based on their specific needs, balancing between cost and performance.

In terms of connectivity, the DL580 comes equipped with multiple network interfaces, allowing for redundancy and load balancing across connections. The server often features integrated NICs (Network Interface Cards) that support advanced networking technologies, enhancing overall network performance.

The DL580 is also built with manageability in mind. It often includes Compaq Insight Manager tools, which provide proactive monitoring and management capabilities, allowing IT staff to troubleshoot issues before they escalate into significant problems. This feature contributes to minimizing downtime and maintaining service excellence.

In summary, the Compaq DL580 stands out as a reliable server solution equipped with advanced processing power, extensive memory support, flexible storage options, robust connectivity, and comprehensive management tools. These characteristics make it an ideal choice for businesses seeking a dependable platform to support their critical applications and services.