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What is the HPE Apollo R2800 server?
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The HPE Apollo R2800 is a 1U rack server designed for high-density, data-intensive workloads, delivering balanced compute, storage and memory for modern enterprises.
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What processors are supported by the HPE Apollo R2800?
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The HPE Apollo R2800 supports dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors (up to Platinum series) with up to 40 cores per socket for maximum parallel performance.
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How much memory can the HPE Apollo R2800 accommodate?
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The server accommodates up to 24 DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting up to 3 TB of memory with RDIMM or LRDIMM modules for in-memory analytics and virtualization.
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What storage configurations are available on the HPE Apollo R2800?
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The Apollo R2800 offers flexible storage: up to eight hot-plug SFF drives or twelve LFF drives, plus optional NVMe and mirrored M.2 boot for high I/O throughput.
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What networking options does the HPE Apollo R2800 provide?
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It features integrated FlexibleLOM for 10/25/100 GbE, plus PCIe Gen4 slots to add adapters for InfiniBand, Fibre Channel or additional Ethernet ports.
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How does the HPE Apollo R2800 handle cooling and thermal management?
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The server uses dynamic cooling with variable-speed fans and a front-to-back airflow design, optimizing fan speeds to reduce power draw and maintain optimal temperatures.
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What management tools are included with the HPE Apollo R2800?
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HPE iLO 5 provides embedded remote management, offering single-pane server monitoring, firmware updates, and automation via RESTful API and HPE OneView integration.
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What scalability features does the HPE Apollo R2800 offer?
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With modular drive bays, flexible I/O slots and dual-socket CPU design, the A2800 scales compute, memory and storage independently to meet growing workload demands.
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Which workloads are best suited for the HPE Apollo R2800?
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The server excels at HPC, hybrid cloud, virtualization, AI inferencing and data analytics, thanks to its balanced compute and high-bandwidth storage paths.
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What security features are built into the HPE Apollo R2800?
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The Apollo R2800 includes silicon root of trust, secure boot, firmware validation, System ROM signing and HPE iLO security features to protect against firmware attacks.
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How energy efficient is the HPE Apollo R2800?
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Designed for efficiency, the server uses 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies, dynamic power capping and intelligent cooling to lower data center PUE and operational costs.
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How does the HPE Apollo R2800 support virtualization?
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With large memory capacity, multi-core CPUs and SR-IOV capable network adapters, the Apollo R2800 delivers high VM density and consistent performance.
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What warranties and support options are available for the HPE Apollo R2800?
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HPE offers a standard three-year parts, labor and on-site warranty, with optional HPE Pointnext Tech Care and Proactive Care for enhanced response and coverage.
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Can the HPE Apollo R2800 be customized for specific use cases?
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Yes, customers can tailor CPU, memory, storage, networking and software bundles via HPE Configure-to-Order to optimize the server for specific workloads.
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How do I deploy the HPE Apollo R2800 in my data center?
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Use HPE Deployment Services or follow the QuickSpecs and setup guides to install rails, rack the server, connect power/network, and configure iLO remote management.
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What software ecosystems are certified on the HPE Apollo R2800?
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It is certified for major OS platforms (Windows Server, RHEL, SUSE), virtualization stacks (VMware, Hyper-V) and HPC/AI frameworks (MPI, TensorFlow).
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How do I order accessories and upgrades for the HPE Apollo R2800?
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Accessories and upgrades are available through HPE part numbers listed in the server QuickSpecs, or via HPE’s online store and authorized resellers.
