What is the maximum memory capacity supported by this server?

The DL385 Gen11 supports up to 6TB of DDR5 memory using 24 DIMMs (12 channels per processor). The system ships with 256GB (8x32GB) and can be upgraded to 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, or 6TB configurations. DDR5-6400 MT/s speed provides 50% more bandwidth than DDR4, improving performance for memory-intensive workloads like in-memory databases and analytics.

How many virtual machines can this server support?

With 16 cores and 256GB memory, the DL385 Gen11 typically supports 30-50 virtual machines depending on workload characteristics. For high-density virtualization, upgrading to 512GB or 1TB memory enables 100+ VMs per server. Performance depends on CPU and memory allocation per VM; database workloads may require fewer VMs with higher per-VM resource allocation.

What GPU acceleration options are available?

The server supports up to 8 single-wide or 4 double-wide GPUs via PCIe Gen5 expansion. Compatible with NVIDIA A100, H100, and RTX series accelerators. The two OCP 3.0 mezzanine slots provide additional expansion for SmartNICs or custom accelerators. PCIe Gen5 provides 32GB/s bandwidth per x16 slot, enabling high-throughput AI/ML training and inference.

What storage options are supported in the 8 SFF bays?

The 8 small form factor bays support 2.5-inch SATA drives, 2.5-inch SAS drives, or EDSFF (Enterprise Density SSD Form Factor) options including E1.S and E3.S form factors. The HPE MR408i-o RAID controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 configurations. System ships with 2x480GB SATA SSDs; additional drives can be added for capacity or performance scaling.

What management and monitoring capabilities does iLO 6 provide?

HPE iLO 6 enables remote server management including power control, firmware updates, health monitoring, and secure boot attestation. Supports IPMI 2.0 and SNMP 3 for integration with enterprise monitoring tools. iLO 6 includes silicon root of trust for secure firmware validation, preventing unauthorized modifications and ensuring compliance with security standards.

Is this server suitable for database workloads?

Yes, the DL385 Gen11 is optimized for database workloads. The 16-core processor, 256GB+ DDR5 memory, and fast storage I/O support high-transaction OLTP (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) and OLAP (analytics) workloads. The MR408i-o RAID controller with 4GB cache accelerates database I/O. Dual 800W redundant power supplies ensure 24/7 availability for mission-critical databases.

What is the power consumption and cooling requirement?

The system includes 2x800W redundant 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies. Typical power draw ranges from 400-600W under normal operation to 1200W+ under full load with GPUs. The server supports ASHRAE Class A3/A4 environments (10-35°C ambient). Cooling requirements depend on workload; high-density GPU deployments may require enhanced airflow or liquid cooling solutions.

P83036-005 - HPE P83036-005 ProLiant DL385 Gen11 9115 256GB 8SFF

Name: HPE P83036-005 ProLiant DL385 Gen11 9115 256GB 8SFF
Brand: HPE
SKU: P83036-005

Manufacturer part #	P83036-005
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	DL385 Gen11
Management	HPE iLO 6; IPMI 2.0; SNMP 3; PXE boot; Wake-on-LAN
Boot Options	Hot-pluggable M.2 RAID boot drives; UEFI firmware
Product Line	ProLiant DL385 Gen11
Product Type	Enterprise Rack-Mount Server; 2U; Dual-Socket
Energy Efficiency	ENERGY STAR Qualified; Version 4.0
Compliance Standards	ACPI 6.1; ASHRAE Class A3/A4; IPv6 Ready; PCI DSS; WEEE 2002/95/EC

Manufacturer part #

P83036-005

Brand

HPE

Condition

New

Model

DL385 Gen11

Management

HPE iLO 6; IPMI 2.0; SNMP 3; PXE boot; Wake-on-LAN

Boot Options

Hot-pluggable M.2 RAID boot drives; UEFI firmware

Product Line

ProLiant DL385 Gen11

Product Type

Enterprise Rack-Mount Server; 2U; Dual-Socket

Energy Efficiency

ENERGY STAR Qualified; Version 4.0

Compliance Standards

ACPI 6.1; ASHRAE Class A3/A4; IPv6 Ready; PCI DSS; WEEE 2002/95/EC

Weight	94.4 lbs (42.8 kg) approximate
Dimensions	Height: 3.5 inches (2U); Width: 17.4 inches; Depth: 28.5 inches
Form Factor	2U rack-mount; 19-inch EIA standard

Weight

94.4 lbs (42.8 kg) approximate

Dimensions

Height: 3.5 inches (2U); Width: 17.4 inches; Depth: 28.5 inches

Form Factor

2U rack-mount; 19-inch EIA standard

Memory Speed	DDR5-6400 MT/s; 12 DIMM channels per processor
RAID Support	RAID 0; RAID 1; RAID 5; RAID 6; RAID 10; RAID 50; RAID 60
Storage Bays	8x Small Form Factor (SFF) hot-swap bays; supports 2.5-inch drives or EDSFF
Maximum Memory	6TB total (24 DIMMs x 256GB)
RAID Controller	HPE MR408i-o Gen11; x8 PCIe lanes; 4GB cache; OCP SPDM support
Memory Configuration	256GB installed; 8x32GB DDR5 SDRAM; Dual Rank; Registered; ECC
Storage Configuration	2x480GB SATA SSD (960GB total); Serial ATA/600; 12Gb/s SAS controller

Memory Speed

DDR5-6400 MT/s; 12 DIMM channels per processor

RAID Support

RAID 0; RAID 1; RAID 5; RAID 6; RAID 10; RAID 50; RAID 60

Storage Bays

8x Small Form Factor (SFF) hot-swap bays; supports 2.5-inch drives or EDSFF

Maximum Memory

6TB total (24 DIMMs x 256GB)

RAID Controller

HPE MR408i-o Gen11; x8 PCIe lanes; 4GB cache; OCP SPDM support

Memory Configuration

256GB installed; 8x32GB DDR5 SDRAM; Dual Rank; Registered; ECC

Storage Configuration

2x480GB SATA SSD (960GB total); Serial ATA/600; 12Gb/s SAS controller

Security Features	Silicon root of trust; AMD Secure Processor; FIPS 140-2; AES encryption; TLS 1.2; Triple DES

Chipset	AMD EPYC 9004 Series platform; PCIe 5.0 support
Processor Cache	1152MB L3 cache per processor
Processor Cores	16 cores (8 per processor); 32 threads total
Memory Bandwidth	Increased bandwidth with 12 DIMM channels per processor; lower power requirements
Processor Configuration	2x AMD EPYC 9115; 16 cores total; 2.6GHz base; 4.1GHz boost; 5nm technology

Chipset

AMD EPYC 9004 Series platform; PCIe 5.0 support

Processor Cache

1152MB L3 cache per processor

Processor Cores

16 cores (8 per processor); 32 threads total

Memory Bandwidth

Increased bandwidth with 12 DIMM channels per processor; lower power requirements

Processor Configuration

2x AMD EPYC 9115; 16 cores total; 2.6GHz base; 4.1GHz boost; 5nm technology

Altitude	Up to 3000 meters (9843 feet)
Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Thermal Design	Up to 400W per processor; optimized cooling for high-density deployments
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Operating Temperature	10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) ambient

Altitude

Up to 3000 meters (9843 feet)

Humidity

10% to 90% non-condensing

Thermal Design

Up to 400W per processor; optimized cooling for high-density deployments

Storage Temperature

-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)

Operating Temperature

10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) ambient

GPU Support	Up to 8x single-wide or 4x double-wide GPU support; NVIDIA HGX compatible
PCIe Expansion	PCIe Gen5; up to 2x16 lanes; 2x OCP 3.0 mezzanine slots

GPU Support

Up to 8x single-wide or 4x double-wide GPU support; NVIDIA HGX compatible

PCIe Expansion

PCIe Gen5; up to 2x16 lanes; 2x OCP 3.0 mezzanine slots

Power Input	100-240V AC; 50-60Hz; 16A per supply
Power Supplies	2x800W redundant hot-swap power supplies; 80 PLUS Platinum

Power Input

100-240V AC; 50-60Hz; 16A per supply

Power Supplies

2x800W redundant hot-swap power supplies; 80 PLUS Platinum

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