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What is HPE computer memory?
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HPE computer memory, also known as HPE SmartMemory, comprises industry-grade DDR4/DDR5 RAM modules optimized for HPE ProLiant and Apollo servers to deliver maximum reliability and performance.
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How do I choose the right HPE RAM for my server?
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Select HPE RAM by matching your server model’s QuickSpecs, supported memory type (UDIMM, RDIMM, LRDIMM), speed, and capacity requirements to ensure full compatibility and optimal performance.
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What are the benefits of HPE SmartMemory?
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HPE SmartMemory delivers guaranteed compatibility, advanced error detection (ECC), improved uptime, enhanced performance tuning, and a standard lifetime warranty for HPE servers.
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How do I install HPE server memory modules?
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Power down the server, open the chassis, align each HPE memory module with the keyed slot, press until it clicks, and then close the chassis and restart the system.
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How do I check memory compatibility with HPE ProLiant servers?
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Use the HPE QuickSpecs for your ProLiant model or the HPE Memory Configuration Tool to verify supported memory types, speeds, and slot configurations.
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What is the difference between HPE UDIMM, RDIMM, and LRDIMM?
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UDIMM is unbuffered non-ECC, RDIMM is registered ECC for improved signal integrity, and LRDIMM uses load-reduced technology for higher capacity and performance in large-memory configurations.
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What is HPE persistent memory?
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HPE persistent memory (PMEM) retains data during power cycles, providing near-RAM speeds for in-memory analytics, large-scale databases, and rapid system restarts.
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How much memory can HPE ProLiant servers support?
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Memory capacity varies by model; modern HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers support up to 3 TB or more using LRDIMMs and persistent memory modules.
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How do I upgrade RAM on an HPE server?
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Verify compatibility via QuickSpecs, power off the server, install the new HPE memory modules in the recommended slot population order, then power on and confirm via system BIOS or iLO.
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How do I troubleshoot HPE server memory errors?
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Run HPE Insight Diagnostics, review system event logs and LED error codes, reseat or swap suspected modules, and replace any module reporting faults.
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What warranty comes with HPE memory modules?
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HPE memory modules include a standard limited lifetime warranty when used in certified HPE servers and storage systems.
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How do I identify HPE memory SKU numbers?
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Locate the label on each HPE memory module for its full part number (e.g., 875361-081) or view installed module details in HPE iLO Inventory.
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What speeds and capacities are available for HPE RAM?
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HPE RAM modules range from 2133 MT/s to 3200 MT/s speeds and capacities from 4 GB to 128 GB per module, depending on the chosen memory type.
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Are HPE memory modules ECC enabled?
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Yes, HPE server memory modules support ECC (Error-Correcting Code) to detect and correct single-bit errors, ensuring data integrity.
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Can HPE SmartMemory improve server performance?
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Yes, HPE SmartMemory unlocks advanced performance tuning, higher memory speeds, and optimized power efficiency to maximize server throughput.
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Where can I buy genuine HPE memory modules?
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Purchase genuine HPE memory from HPE Authorized Resellers, the official HPE online store, or certified distribution partners to ensure warranty coverage.
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How do I optimize memory performance on HPE servers?
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Install identical HPE memory modules in balanced channel configurations, enable memory interleaving in BIOS, and use the latest firmware for optimal throughput.
