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What are the key specifications of the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Server?
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The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 features dual AMD EPYC processors, up to 32 DDR4 DIMM slots (3TB max), eight 2.5″ drive bays, HPE iLO management, and flexible networking options.
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Which AMD EPYC processors are supported by the DL385 Gen10?
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The DL385 Gen10 supports AMD EPYC 7000- and 7002-series CPUs, delivering up to 64 cores per processor, PCIe 3.0 lanes, and advanced security features for demanding workloads.
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How much memory can the DL385 Gen10 server handle?
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It supports up to 3 TB of DDR4 memory across 32 DIMM slots with HPE Persistent Memory 100 Series, optimizing performance for virtualization and in-memory databases.
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What storage configurations are available on the DL385 Gen10?
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Choose from eight 2.5″ or four 3.5″ SAS/SATA drive bays, NVMe options, or HPE Smart Array controllers for RAID up to 12 Gb/s and flexible capacity scaling.
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Which networking options does the DL385 Gen10 support?
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Built with FlexibleLOM connectors, it supports 1/10/25/40/100 GbE NICs, PCIe 3.0 add-in cards, and optional HPE FlexibleLOM adapters for high-throughput, low-latency Ethernet.
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How does HPE iLO enhance server management on the DL385 Gen10?
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HPE iLO provides remote monitoring, firmware updates, Power Management, and automated diagnostics through a secure web interface or RESTful API, boosting uptime and efficiency.
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What virtualization platforms are certified on the DL385 Gen10?
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The server is certified for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization, Citrix Hypervisor, and Nutanix AHV, ensuring wide compatibility and stability.
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How energy-efficient is the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10?
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Featuring HPE Flexible Slot Power Supplies (up to 96% efficiency), intelligent cooling, and Dynamic Power Capping, it reduces data center power draw and operational costs.
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Can the DL385 Gen10 be integrated into HPE Synergy or OneView environments?
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Yes. With HPE OneView and Synergy integration, it supports unified resource pools, automated provisioning, and firmware compliance across physical and composable infrastructures.
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What security features are included on the DL385 Gen10?
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Security features include silicon root of trust, secure recovery, runtime firmware validation, TPM 2.0, and Secure Boot to protect firmware and server integrity.
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How do I upgrade from a Gen9 to a Gen10 DL385?
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Upgrade by migrating to AMD EPYC CPUs, installing new DDR4 DIMMs, updating HPE iLO firmware, and adopting Gen10 drive carriers and optional NVMe modules.
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What warranty and support options are available for the DL385 Gen10?
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HPE offers a one-year parts, labor, and travel warranty, upgradable to 3–5 years with HPE Foundation Care or HPE Proactive Care for enhanced coverage.
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What are typical use cases for the DL385 Gen10 Server?
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Ideal for virtualization, big data analytics, database clustering, high-performance computing, AI inference, and mixed-workload consolidation in enterprise and edge deployments.
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How do I configure RAID on the DL385 Gen10?
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Use the HPE Smart Array S100i or optional HPE Smart Array controllers via HPE Smart Storage Administrator to create RAID 0/1/5/6/10 arrays with online capacity expansion.
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What makes the DL385 Gen10 suitable for AI and GPU workloads?
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It supports up to three double-wide GPUs or four single-wide GPUs with GPU kits, offering power delivery and cooling for NVIDIA and AMD accelerators in a 2U chassis.
