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Inspur-NF5280M5-8 Overview

Inspur-NF5280M5-8 is a 2U rackmount server built for data center and virtualization environments, supporting Intel Xeon Scalable processors on an LGA 4189 socket with dual (2P) CPU scalability. It is engineered for high-performance application and file serving workloads with a focus on efficiency and reliability.

The system features ECC DDR4 memory across 24 DIMM slots with a maximum capacity of 6 TB, 6 PCIe 4.0 expansion slots, and 8 hot-swap 2.5-inch storage bays supporting RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 configurations. It also offers 10GbE network interfaces with 4 LAN ports, redundant 1600W power supplies, active cooling, and IPMI-based remote management, and it supports operating systems such as VMware ESXi, Windows Server, Ubuntu, and RHEL.

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Inspur-NF5280M5-8 Specifications

Product Type
Server
Form Factor
Rackmount
Rack Units
2U
Processor Brand
Intel
Processor Series
Intel Xeon Scalable
Processor Generation
Xeon 3rd Gen
Use Case
Virtualization / File Server / Application Server
CPU Socket
LGA 4189
Scalability
2P
Max Cores per CPU
32
Max Threads per CPU
64
RAM Type
ECC DDR4
RAM Slots
24
Max RAM Capacity
6 TB
Storage Type
SATA SSD
Storage Bays
8
Drive Bay Size
2.5-inch
Hot-Swap Support
Yes
RAID Support
RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10
PCIe Slots
6
PCIe Version
PCIe 4.0
Network Interface
10GbE
LAN Ports
4
Remote Management
IPMI
Power Supply
Redundant
Power Supply Wattage
1600W
Cooling
Active
Operating System
VMware ESXi
Virtualization Ready
Yes
GPU Support
Yes
Rail Kit Included
N/A
Product Name
Inspur-NF5280M5-8
Height
3.5 inches
Width
19 inches
Depth
28 inches
Weight
60 lbs

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

Product Comparison Table

Inspur NF5280M5 8*2.5" Bays 5218 32G 600G SAS 2G RAID 2*10GE+2*GE 550W Server Inspur-NF5280M5-8Inspur NF5280M5 12*3.5" Bays 4214 32G 8TB SATA 2G RAID 2*10GE+2*GE 550W Server Inspur-NF5280M5-4Inspur Yingxin NF5180M4 Server, 1U Two-Socket, 2 Intel ® Xeon ® E5-2600v3/v4 series processors, 24 Memory Slots, Supports a maximum 3TB memory, supports platinum / titanium power supply, optional 1+1 redundancy, and supports  PMBus functionNF5180M4Inspur NF8480M5 24*3.5"/2.5" Bays 5117*2 32G*2 2TB SATA 2G RAID 4*GE 800W*2 Rail Server Inspur-NF8480M5-1Inspur Yingxin NF5288M5 Server, 2U Two-Socket, Intel C624 chipset, 2 Intel Xeon Scalable processors, 16 DIMM slots, Dual 3000W Platinum Power SupplyNF5288M5
CPU SocketLGA 4189LGA4189LGA 4189LGA 4189LGA 4189
CoolingActiveActiveActiveActiveActive
Depth28 inches28.3 inches28 inches30 inches28 inches
Drive Bay Size2.5-inch2.5-inch2.5-inch2.5-inch3.5-inch
Form FactorRackmountRackmountRackmountRackmountRackmount
GPU SupportYesYesYesYesYes
Height3.5 inches3.5 inches3.5 inches7 inches3.5 inches
Hot-Swap SupportYesYesYesYesYes
LAN Ports42442
Max Cores per CPU3232326432
Max RAM Capacity6 TB6 TB2 TB4 TB2 TB
Max Threads per CPU64646412864
Network Interface10GbE10GbE10GbE10GbE10GbE
Operating SystemVMware ESXiWindows Server / VMware ESXi / RHELVMware ESXiWindows Server / VMware ESXi / CentOSVMware ESXi
PCIe Slots66466
PCIe VersionPCIe 4.0PCIe 4.0PCIe 5.0PCIe 4.0PCIe 4.0
Power SupplyRedundantRedundantRedundantRedundantRedundant
Power Supply Wattage1600W1600W1200W1600W1200W
Processor BrandIntelIntelIntelIntelIntel
Processor GenerationXeon 3rd GenXeon 3rd GenXeon 4th GenXeon 3rd GenXeon 3rd Gen
Processor SeriesIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon Scalable
Product NameInspur-NF5280M5-8Inspur-NF5280M5-4NF5180M4Inspur-NF8480M5-1NF5288M5 High-Performance Rackmount Server
Product TypeServerServerServerServerServer
RAID SupportRAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10
RAM Slots2416161616
RAM TypeECC DDR4ECC DDR4ECC DDR4ECC DDR4ECC DDR4
Rack Units2U2U2U4U2U
Rail Kit IncludedN/AYesYesN/AN/A
Remote ManagementIPMIIPMIiDRACIPMIIPMI
Scalability2P2P2P2P2P
Storage Bays888108
Storage TypeSATA SSDNVMe SSDNVMe SSDSATA SSDHybrid
Use CaseVirtualization / File Server / Application ServerVirtualization / File Server / Application ServerVirtualizationVirtualization / File Server / Application ServerVirtualization / File Server / Application Server
Virtualization ReadyYesYesYesYesYes
Weight60 lbs60 lbs45 lbs80 lbs60 lbs
Width19 inches17.2 inches19 inches19 inches19 inches

Reviews & Ratings

C
Callum Reeves
4

Excellent performance for virtualized environments. 10GE networking makes a real difference.

S
Sahar Mehmood
5

Very stable under load with fast SAS storage. Ideal for production use.

A
Anthony Briggs
4

Balanced compute and storage. Easy integration into existing infrastructure.

H
Husnain Akram
4

Consistent throughput and reliable RAID behavior. Meets enterprise expectations.

M
Morten Dahl
4

Strong build quality and predictable performance for data center workloads.

Questions & Answers

What are the key hardware specifications of the Inspur NF5280M5-8 server?

The Inspur NF5280M5-8 features dual Intel Xeon Silver 5218 CPUs, 32 GB DDR4 memory, eight 2.5″ drive bays, a 600 GB SAS HDD, hardware RAID, two 10 GbE plus two 1 GbE ports, and a 550 W redundant power supply.

How much storage capacity can I install in the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

The server supports eight 2.5″ drive bays, allowing up to 8 × 4 TB (32 TB) in 2.5″ HDD or SSD and optional NVMe expansions for higher throughput.

Which RAID levels are supported on the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

The onboard LSI/Avago 2 Gb RAID controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, with online capacity expansion and RAID level migration.

What networking options does the Inspur NF5280M5-8 provide?

It includes two 10 GbE SFP+ and two 1 GbE RJ-45 ports onboard, with additional PCIe slots for up to four extra NICs or HBAs.

Is the power supply in the Inspur NF5280M5-8 hot-swappable?

Yes, it features dual 550 W redundant, hot-swappable power supplies for uninterrupted operation and serviceability.

What management tools are available on the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

It includes iBMC for remote monitoring, KVM-over-IP, and integration with leading management platforms like OpenStack and VMware vCenter.

Which operating systems are compatible with the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

It is validated for major Linux distributions (CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat) and Windows Server 2016/2019/2022.

How can I upgrade memory on the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

The server has eight DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting up to 1 TB ECC RDIMM memory; simply power down and install additional modules.

What rack space does the Inspur NF5280M5-8 occupy?

This is a 1U rackmount server designed to fit standard 19″ racks, optimizing data center density.

Can I install GPUs or accelerators in the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

It offers two low-profile PCIe 3.0 x16 slots for GPU or FPGA cards, subject to power and cooling constraints.

What cooling features does the Inspur NF5280M5-8 include?

It uses front-to-back airflow with variable-speed hot-swap fans and intelligent thermal sensors for efficient cooling.

How do I perform firmware updates on the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

Firmware can be updated via the iBMC web interface or USB tools without impacting OS operations.

What warranty and support options are offered for the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

Inspur provides a 3-year limited hardware warranty with next-business-day on-site service, plus optional extended support plans.

How energy efficient is the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

It meets 80 PLUS Platinum standards, delivering high power efficiency across varied load conditions.

Is the Inspur NF5280M5-8 suitable for virtualization workloads?

Yes, with dual Xeon CPUs, large memory capacity, and hardware RAID, it handles VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM environments effectively.

How do I monitor drive health on the Inspur NF5280M5-8?

Drive health metrics are available in the iBMC dashboard, SNMP traps, and email alerts for proactive maintenance.