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What is the HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Server?
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The HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 is a high-performance, single-socket 1U rack server powered by AMD EPYC processors, designed for virtualization, data analytics, and security-critical workloads.
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What are the key features of the HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10?
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It features up to 1 AMD EPYC CPU with 64 cores, 24 DDR4 SmartMemory slots (3 TB max), up to 8 SFF NVMe/SAS drives, HPE iLO 5 remote management, and HPE Silicon Root of Trust security.
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Which processors are supported in the DL325 Gen10?
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The server supports AMD EPYC 7002 and 7003 series CPUs, offering up to 64 cores, high memory bandwidth, and optimized performance for single-socket deployments.
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What memory capacity does the DL325 Gen10 support?
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It supports up to 24 DDR4 SmartMemory DIMMs, delivering up to 3 TB capacity at speeds up to 3200 MT/s for memory-intensive applications.
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What storage options are available?
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Configurations include up to 8 SFF NVMe/SAS/SATA drives or 4 LFF drives, plus integrated M.2 for OS boot, all managed by HPE Smart Array controllers for flexible deployment.
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What networking features does the DL325 Gen10 offer?
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It provides integrated FlexibleLOM adapters (1 GbE, 10 GbE, 25 GbE, 100 GbE) and multiple PCIe 3.0 slots for additional network interface cards.
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How does HPE iLO 5 management work?
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HPE iLO 5 delivers agent-free remote management with a secure web console, RESTful APIs, automated firmware updates, and 24x7 health monitoring.
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Which security features are included?
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Security is enforced by HPE Silicon Root of Trust, Secure Recovery, Runtime Firmware Validation, and Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) to protect hardware and firmware.
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What are the primary use cases for the DL325 Gen10?
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Typical use cases include server virtualization, VDI, database acceleration, high-performance computing, and secure edge deployments.
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How does DL325 Gen10 compare to DL385 Gen10?
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The DL325 Gen10 is a cost-optimized single-socket server for efficiency and lower TCO, while the DL385 Gen10 supports dual processors for maximum throughput and scalability.
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Which operating systems are supported?
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It is certified for Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi, Ubuntu, and Citrix XenServer.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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HPE Foundation Care provides a 3-year on-site warranty with next-business-day response; optional upgrades include 24x7 coverage, parts replacement, and proactive services.
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What scalability and expansion options exist?
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Expansion includes multiple PCIe Gen3 slots, HPE Smart Array controllers, optional GPU/FPGA cards, and additional storage controllers for future growth.
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How energy efficient is the DL325 Gen10?
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It uses HPE Flexible Slot Power Supplies with up to 94% efficiency, and built-in power discovery services optimize energy use in data centers.
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How are BIOS and firmware updates managed?
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Updates are streamlined via HPE Intelligent Provisioning, Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP), and iLO 5 RESTful API automation for consistent baselines.
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Is the DL325 Gen10 optimized for virtualization?
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Yes. It is certified for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer, delivering high VM density and performance for virtualized environments.
