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What is the HPE Apollo 6000 Server?
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The HPE Apollo 6000 Servers are high-density, high-performance computing systems engineered for demanding workloads such as high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI) training, and big data analytics.
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Which processors power HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers support dual 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 40 cores per socket, delivering industry-leading compute performance for parallel workloads.
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How much memory can I install in an HPE Apollo 6000 Server?
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Each HPE Apollo 6000 node accommodates up to 24 DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting up to 6 TB of memory per two-node chassis for in-memory analytics and large dataset processing.
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What storage options are available on HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers offer flexible drive bays for up to 24 SFF NVMe, SAS, or SATA drives per chassis, plus optional high-capacity HDD or NVMe flash modules for tiered storage.
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What are the key features of HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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Key features include ultra-dense compute design, advanced liquid or air cooling, integrated HPE OneView management, flexible storage expansion, and support for GPU-accelerated workloads.
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What are the primary use cases for HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers excel in HPC simulation, AI/ML model training, genomics sequencing, weather forecasting, and oil & gas seismic processing.
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How do HPE Apollo 6000 Servers differ from HPE ProLiant Servers?
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Unlike general-purpose ProLiant servers, HPE Apollo 6000 Servers are optimized for maximum compute density, advanced cooling, and scale-out performance in HPC and big data environments.
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Are HPE Apollo 6000 Servers suitable for high-performance computing?
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Yes, HPE Apollo 6000 Servers are specifically designed for HPC workloads, offering optimized network fabrics, high-core CPUs, GPU support, and efficient cooling for 24/7 operation.
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Can I install GPUs in an HPE Apollo 6000 Server?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers support up to eight single-width or four double-width GPUs per chassis, enabling accelerated AI training and inference at scale.
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What management tools are available for HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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Management is streamlined with HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) for remote management, HPE OneView for infrastructure automation, and optional HPE InfoSight for AI-driven operations.
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What networking options do HPE Apollo 6000 Servers support?
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These servers support onboard 10/25/100 GbE and optional HDR InfiniBand adapters, providing low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity for clustered environments.
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Which operating systems are compatible with HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers support major Linux distributions (RHEL, SLES, Ubuntu) and Windows Server, with validated drivers and firmware for peak performance.
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How reliable are HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers feature redundant power supplies, hot-plug fans, ECC memory, and advanced error-correction to ensure continuous operation and data integrity.
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What are the power and cooling requirements for HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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Designed for up to 9 kW per rack, HPE Apollo 6000 Servers support both air-cooled and direct liquid-cooled configurations to optimize data center efficiency.
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How scalable are HPE Apollo 6000 Server deployments?
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HPE Apollo 6000 Servers scale from a single chassis to multi-rack HPC clusters, with unified management and flexible network expansion for growing computational demands.
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What warranty and support options are available for HPE Apollo 6000 Servers?
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HPE offers a 3-year parts, labor, and travel warranty with 24×7 phone support, plus optional HPE Foundation Care and HPE Proactive Care for accelerated issue resolution.