White papers

White papers are electronic documentation on complex technical topics. Some white papers contain in- depth details and procedures. Topics include HP products, HP technology, OS, networking products, and performance. Refer to one of the following websites:

•HP Business Support Center (http://www.hp.com/go/bizsupport)

•HP Industry Standard Server Technology Papers

(http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/technology/whitepapers/index.html)

General server resources

Additional product information

Refer to product information on the HP Servers website

(http://www.hp.com/country/us/eng/prodserv/servers.html).

Device driver information

Refer to driver information on the HP Software and Drivers website (http://www.hp.com/support).

External cabling information

Refer to cabling information on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).

Fault tolerance, security, care and maintenance, configuration and setup

Refer to the server documentation available in the following locations:

•Documentation CD that ships with the server

•HP Business Support Center website (http://www.hp.com/go/bizsupport)

•HP Technical Documentation website (http://www.docs.hp.com)

Installation and configuration information for the server management system

Refer to the HP Systems Insight Manager Installation and User Guide on the Management CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/hpsim).

Installation and configuration information for the server setup software

Refer to the server user guide on the Documentation CD, the server installation poster shipped with the server, and the SmartStart installation poster (if the server supports SmartStart) in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack.

iLO information

Refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide on the Documentation CD or the Remote Management website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out).

Key features, option part numbers

Refer to the QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com).

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ProLight Server specifications

The HP ProLiant server series is designed to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability for a variety of workloads, making it a popular choice among businesses of all sizes. Known for its robust architecture, the ProLiant series integrates cutting-edge technologies to support critical applications, virtualization, and cloud computing.

One of the defining features of HP ProLiant servers is their advanced management capabilities, facilitated by HP Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) technology. This embedded management tool offers remote access and monitoring capabilities, enabling IT administrators to oversee servers even when they are powered down. iLO provides essential features like firmware lifecycle management, power consumption monitoring, and system health checks, all of which simplify management and enhance uptime.

HP ProLiant servers leverage Intel's latest Xeon processors, which deliver impressive processing power and energy efficiency. The architecture supports multi-core processing, allowing for greater parallelism and improved operational efficiency. Furthermore, the series supports various memory configurations, with options for scalable and high-speed memory that can significantly enhance performance in memory-intensive applications.

Storage is another strength of the HP ProLiant series. The servers provide a range of storage options, including HDDs and SSDs, which enable organizations to configure systems to meet their performance and capacity requirements. HP’s Smart Array technology allows for advanced RAID capabilities, providing added data protection and redundancy, ensuring that critical information remains secure even during hardware failures.

HP ProLiant servers also focus on security, featuring built-in security technologies to protect against potential threats. Technologies such as silicon root of trust, secure boot, and firmware validation help safeguard server integrity from the ground up.

Scalability is essential for growing businesses, and the ProLiant series is designed to accommodate increasing workloads efficiently. Its modular architecture allows for seamless upgrades, ensuring that organizations can expand their infrastructure as needed without extensive downtime or resource expenditure.

In conclusion, the HP ProLiant server series blends performance, management, security, and scalability, making it a reliable choice for enterprise IT environments. With its robust features, advanced technologies, and focus on security and manageability, HP ProLiant servers provide businesses with the capability to meet their evolving IT demands effectively.
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