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What are the key features of the HPE ProLiant XL190R Server?
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The HPE ProLiant XL190R Gen10 is a 1U rack server offering dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors, up to 8 DDR4 DIMM slots for 256 GB memory, flexible storage bays, HPE iLO 5 management and high-efficiency power supplies.
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Which processors are supported by the HPE ProLiant XL190R?
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The XL190R supports 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) with up to 205 W TDP, delivering multi-core performance and advanced security features.
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How much memory can the HPE ProLiant XL190R accommodate?
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The server accommodates up to 8 DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting a maximum of 256 GB of RDIMM memory at speeds up to 2933 MT/s with full error-correction (ECC).
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What storage options are available on the HPE ProLiant XL190R?
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The XL190R offers up to eight hot-plug LFF (3.5″) or SFF (2.5″) SATA/SAS drive bays, supports NVMe SSDs and HPE Smart Array controllers for RAID 0, 1, 5, 6 and 10 configurations.
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What networking interfaces does the HPE ProLiant XL190R include?
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Standard networking includes four 1 GbE LOM ports, plus optional FlexibleLOM or PCIe NICs for 10/25/40/100 GbE to meet diverse bandwidth requirements.
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Is the HPE ProLiant XL190R suitable for virtualization workloads?
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Yes. With dual-socket CPU support, scalable memory, hardware-assisted virtualization and certified drivers for VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V and KVM, it excels in virtualized environments.
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How energy-efficient is the HPE ProLiant XL190R server?
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The XL190R uses HPE 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies, Sea of Sensors thermal management and dynamic power capping to reduce energy consumption and operational costs.
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What management tools are integrated with the HPE ProLiant XL190R?
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It features HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO 5), HPE OneView, RESTful API support and Intelligent Provisioning for automated deployment, monitoring and firmware updates.
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What security features does the HPE ProLiant XL190R offer?
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Built-in security includes Silicon Root of Trust, Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, chassis intrusion detection and one-button secure erase of drives to protect data and firmware integrity.
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What warranty and support options are available for the HPE ProLiant XL190R?
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Standard coverage is a 3-year parts, labor and on-site warranty. Optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care services extend support, response time and predictive analytics.
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Can the HPE ProLiant XL190R be configured for high availability?
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Yes. It supports redundant hot-plug power supplies, ECC memory, hardware RAID controllers and dual-path networking to minimize single points of failure.
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What are common use cases for the HPE ProLiant XL190R Server?
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Typical use cases include high-performance computing (HPC), virtualization clusters, edge and remote office deployments, web serving and database applications.
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How scalable is the HPE ProLiant XL190R Server?
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With modular FlexibleLOM networking, hot-swap storage, dual-socket CPU support and upgrade paths for memory and storage controllers, it scales to growing workloads.
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Which operating systems are compatible with the HPE ProLiant XL190R?
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The server is certified for Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi, Ubuntu and other HPE-qualified OS versions.
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What is the form factor and rack compatibility of the HPE ProLiant XL190R?
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The XL190R is a 1U, 19-inch rack-mount server compatible with standard rack rails, tool-less rails and HPE SmartRack configurations for easy installation.
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How does the HPE ProLiant XL190R compare cost-wise to similar servers?
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The XL190R delivers competitive price/performance with HPE GreenLake and financing options, optimized power efficiency and modular design to lower total cost of ownership.