HPE ProLiant DL380 G9 Server

Buy HPE DL380 G9 Server – 64GB RAM, Dual Xeon E5-2680v3, 1.2TB SAS

The HPE DL380 G9 Server is built for organisations that need consistent performance, reliability, and room to grow—without paying inflated prices for newer hardware that offers marginal improvements. This refurbished HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9 Server combines dual Intel Xeon processors, enterprise-grade memory, and secure storage in a compact 2U rack form factor. It is suited to workloads that demand steady throughput, multi-tasking across critical applications, and dependable uptime.
Whether deployed in a traditional data centre or a modern hybrid-cloud environment, this configuration delivers the compute density needed to run high-traffic workloads with confidence.

Core Configuration Overview

This model is equipped with the following powerful components:

• Dual Intel Xeon E5-2680v3 Processors
  12 cores per CPU provide a total of 24 physical cores and 48 threads, ideal for virtual machines, business applications, and concurrent workloads.
   
• 64GB DDR4 Registered Memory
  Installed as 2 x 32GB modules, with expansion capacity up to a massive 3TB—giving you headroom for future growth.
   
• 1.2TB SAS Enterprise Storage
  Configured as 2 x 600GB 10K SAS drives in RAID 1 for performance as well as redundancy.
   
• 2U Rack Form Factor
  Balances compute capability and power efficiency while fitting into standard racks.
   
• Dual Redundant 750W Platinum-rated Power Supplies
  Ensures high efficiency and protects uptime even if a PSU fails.
   
• Embedded Network Interfaces
  2 x 1GbE ports included, with optional 10GbE or fibre modules available through PCIe upgrades.
   
• HPE iLO 4 Remote Management
  Enables complete oversight, remote KVM, server health monitoring, and firmware control from anywhere.
   

This configuration gives growing businesses or enterprise teams an affordable yet extremely capable infrastructure backbone.

Why Consider the HPE DL380 G9 Today?

Many organisations assume they must always purchase the latest server generation to support critical systems. That's incorrect. Businesses frequently overpay for features they won’t use, or capacity they won’t reach for years.
The ProLiant DL380 Gen9 strikes a better balance:
• High-end processing
• Mature platform stability
• Extremely low cost-per-core
• Strong support ecosystem

In short, it fills the performance gap between small office hardware and expensive modern compute stacks, without unnecessary complexity.

Ideal Workloads and Deployment Scenarios

This server excels where performance cannot take a hit and downtime isn’t negotiable.

Data Centres & Virtualisation

Dual processors, high memory capacity, and strong power efficiency make this machine suitable for:

• Virtual machine clusters
   
• Database hosting
   
• Multi-tenant environments
   
• Application containers
   
• Storage gateways
   

It supports hypervisors like ESXi and KVM without modification, enabling high VM density per watt.

Private Cloud & On-premise Infrastructure

An excellent cornerstone for:

• Private cloud buildouts
   
• Dev/Test labs transitioning to production
   
• Company data sovereignty projects
   
• Isolated workloads requiring on-prem security
   

By scaling storage and RAM later, organisations can extend capability without migrating hardware.

Analytics and Business Computation

Workloads that benefit include:

• Large-scale spreadsheets and reporting tools
   
• Financial modelling
   
• Research-grade calculations
   
• Operational intelligence dashboards
   

Memory bandwidth and core count ensure sustained responsiveness.

Enterprise Application Hosting

Commonly deployed for:

• ERP and CRM systems
   
• HR and payroll platforms
   
• Inventory and billing systems
   
• Email and collaboration stacks
   

Customers get consistent power across the software ecosystem.

Perfect for Companies Replacing Legacy Servers

Businesses refreshing older rack servers will see:

• Higher core density per node
   
• Lower power draw compared to G7/G8 class hardware
   
• Easier maintenance through HPE documentation and firmware tools
   
• Greater lifespan from storage and memory expandability
   

Expandability & Upgrade Potential

The DL380 G9 offers multiple upgrade routes, giving owners long-term value.

Memory Expansion

The platform supports:

• Up to 3TB DDR4
   
• Registered ECC DIMMs for stability
   
• 24 slots for flexible scaling
   

Users can grow gradually rather than investing all at once.

Storage Scalability

Modular drive options include:

• SAS or SATA drives
   
• SSD arrays
   
• Hybrid configurations
   
• NVMe via PCIe add-in cards
   

This allows tiered storage: fast disks for applications, economical disks for archives.

PCIe Improvements

Available slots can host:

• Fibre channel cards
   
• 10GbE or 40GbE network adapters
   
• GPU accelerators for compute-heavy tasks
   
• NVMe expansion trays
   

The DL380 Gen9 platform was engineered for adaptation, not obsolescence.

Reliability, Security & Management Tools

Uptime matters more than theoretical peak performance.

Power & Cooling Architecture

• Dual hot-swap PSUs ensure resiliency
   
• Efficient fans with dynamic control reduce thermal stress
   
• Maintains stability under full load
   

iLO 4 Remote Control

This feature provides real-time oversight:

• Monitor system health
   
• Apply firmware updates
   
• Control boot settings
   
• Remote KVM access even when OS is down
   

Teams running multiple facilities or remote offices benefit tremendously.

Security Measures

The model includes:

• Secure Boot protection
   
• Optional TPM 2.0 module
   
• Hardware-level authentication safeguards
   
• Firmware integrity checks
   

This reduces risk from unauthorised tampering or malicious intrusion attempts.

Operating System Flexibility

This unit integrates seamlessly with multiple environments.
Popular installations include:

• Ubuntu and other Linux distros for stable, licence-free usage
   
• VMware ESXi for high-density virtualisation
   
• Windows Server for corporate domain control and legacy applications
   

Admins can configure via standard tools, and drivers remain easy to obtain from manufacturer support pages.

Refurbished Advantage

Buying refurbished delivers real, measurable value:

• Cost savings of 50–70%
   
• Enterprise-grade testing before shipment
   
• Sustainable hardware lifecycle
   
• Long-term part availability
   
• Warranty protection equal to new deployments
   

Many organisations now deploy refurbished nodes specifically to support growth phases while preserving budgets for software, staffing, and expansion.

Rental and Short-Term Deployment

If you need compute capacity for a limited project, seasonal workload or pilot programme, renting this DL380 G9 removes the risk of major upfront investment.
Rental packages can include:

• Custom configuration
   
• Support and monitoring
   
• Flexible contract duration
   

This helps teams evaluate performance on real workloads before committing capital.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What processors are supported?
Any CPU from Intel’s E5-2600 v3 or v4 series fits this platform, up to 22 cores per socket. This configuration includes dual E5-2680v3 units, offering a strong balance of speed and energy efficiency.

2. How much memory can the DL380 G9 handle?
Maximum capacity is 3TB DDR4 across 24 DIMM slots. This enables heavy virtualisation and complex enterprise applications without choking performance.

3. What are the storage layout options?
Drive trays support mixed media: SAS, SATA, or SSDs. Configurations scale to 24 SFF or 12 LFF bays. Add-on cards permit NVMe storage if desired.

4. Is refurbished equipment reliable?
All units undergo testing, recertification, cleaning, and firmware validation. Many businesses use refurbished exclusively across production layers due to reliability and affordability.

5. Can users customise the hardware?
Yes—customers can upgrade processors, RAM, drive bays, RAID controllers, and PCIe cards. The platform is designed for modification.

6. What RAID modes are available?
The onboard Smart Array controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60. Data redundancy and balanced performance options are available out of the box.

7. What management tools are included?
iLO 4 is available for remote operations, lifecycle management, and monitoring. OneView compatibility allows system-wide orchestration if deployed across multiple servers.

8. Does the system support HDDs, SSDs and NVMe?
Yes—HDDs and SSDs work natively; NVMe is supported using PCIe riser hardware.

9. What security protections exist?
Secure Boot and TPM safeguard firmware and system identity, especially important in regulated industries.

Conclusion

With its dual Xeon processors, expandable memory architecture, flexible storage, and renowned HPE build quality, the DL380 Gen9 has earned a long-standing reputation as a trusted general-purpose workhorse. It enables companies to deploy serious computing capability at a fraction of the cost of brand-new hardware.
Whether you’re supporting daily business operations, building virtual stacks, managing data-heavy workloads, or constructing distributed infrastructure, this server delivers a practical and dependable foundation that adapts as your needs evolve.
Contact our team to request custom pricing, configuration modifications, or rental plans tailored to your requirements. Worldwide supply and warranty coverage ensure your investment remains protected.