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What is the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10 server?
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The HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10 is a compact, entry-level tower server designed for small and medium businesses, delivering enterprise-class performance, reliability, and scalable expansion.
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Which processors are supported by the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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The ML30 Gen10 supports Intel Xeon E-2100 and E-2200 series processors and 8th/9th Gen Intel Core i3 CPUs, enabling up to 6 cores, 12 threads, and up to 95 W TDP for balanced performance.
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What memory capacity does the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10 offer?
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The server features four DIMM slots supporting up to 64 GB of DDR4 ECC UDIMM memory at 2,666 MT/s, ensuring data integrity and responsiveness for demanding workloads.
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What storage options are available on the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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The ML30 Gen10 supports up to four LFF or eight SFF drives, with hardware RAID 0/1/5/10 via HPE Smart Array controllers, and offers NVMe SSD compatibility for high-performance storage.
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How many expansion slots does the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10 include?
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It includes one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, two PCIe 3.0 x8 slots (one open-ended), and one OCP 3.0 mezzanine slot, providing versatile add-in card and networking options.
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What network connectivity does the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10 support?
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Standard networking consists of two integrated 1 GbE ports via the FlexibleLOM slot, with optional onboard 10 GbE or Fibre Channel mezzanine cards for enhanced bandwidth.
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What power supply configurations are available for the ML30 Gen10?
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The ML30 Gen10 ships with a single hot-plug 350 W or optional 500 W non-hot-plug power supply, offering up to 92 percent efficiency and Active Power Factor Correction.
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Which operating systems are compatible with HPE ProLiant ML30 servers?
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The ML30 Gen10 supports Microsoft Windows Server, various Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu), VMware ESXi, and HPE’s own customized OS solutions for virtualization and container workloads.
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What remote management features does the ML30 Gen10 include?
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It features HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) 5 for agentless remote management, proactive health monitoring, firmware updates, and RESTful API access for seamless data center automation.
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How do I configure RAID on the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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Use the HPE Smart Array S100i SATA controller in HPE Intelligent Provisioning or the optional hardware Smart Array P408i-a to configure RAID levels 0, 1, 5, or 10 during OS installation.
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Is the ML30 Gen10 suitable for virtualization?
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Yes, with support for up to 64 GB ECC memory, multi-core Xeon CPUs, and VMware ESXi certification, the ML30 Gen10 efficiently hosts small-scale virtual machine deployments.
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What are the typical use cases for the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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Ideal use cases include file and print services, web hosting, business applications, remote office/branch office operations, and light virtualization workloads.
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How energy efficient is the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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Featuring 92 percent efficient power supplies, Intelligent Power Discovery, and advanced thermal design, the ML30 Gen10 reduces energy consumption and lowers total cost of ownership.
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What warranty and support options are available for ML30 Gen10 servers?
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HPE ProLiant ML30 servers include a one-year parts, one-year labor, and one-year onsite limited warranty, with optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care service upgrades.
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How does the ML30 Gen10 compare to the HPE ProLiant ML110 Gen10?
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Compared to the ML110 Gen10, the ML30 Gen10 offers a smaller footprint, fewer expansion slots, and lower power options, making it more cost-effective for entry-level workloads.
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How do I update firmware on the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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Use HPE iLO 5 or Smart Update Manager (SUM) via HPE Intelligent Provisioning to automate firmware updates for BIOS, iLO, Smart Array controllers, and other system components.
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Can I upgrade components in the HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10?
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Yes, the ML30 Gen10 supports field upgradeable drives, memory modules, power supplies, network adapters, and PCIe cards, allowing you to scale performance as needs grow.
