HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 Network Choice Rack Server
The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 is a high-performance 2U rack-mountable server engineered for enterprise workloads requiring exceptional processing power and scalability. Built around the AMD EPYC 9015 processor running at 3.6 GHz (turbo up to 4.1 GHz), this rack-mountable server delivers the computational density and reliability demanded by data centers, virtualization environments, and mission-critical applications. With 64 GB of RAM and flexible storage options, the DL385 Gen11 Network Choice configuration provides the foundation for demanding enterprise infrastructure without pre-installed drives, enabling custom storage tailoring to your specific requirements.
Key Features
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AMD EPYC 9015 Processor — Single-socket design with 3.6 GHz base frequency, up to 4.1 GHz boost for maximum performance
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64 GB Memory — Substantial RAM capacity for virtualization, databases, and high-concurrency workloads
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2U Compact Form Factor — Optimized rack density for data center space efficiency
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Hot-Swap Storage Bays — Support for 2.5" SATA, SAS, and NVMe drives with zero-downtime replacement
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Dual Network Connectivity — Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for flexible networking
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Network Choice Configuration — No HDD included; customize storage infrastructure to match workload demands
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Enterprise-Grade Reliability — Redundant power supplies and comprehensive management features
Technical Specifications
| Component |
Specification |
| Manufacturer |
HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) |
| Model |
ProLiant DL385 Gen11 |
| Part Number |
P94957-005 |
| Form Factor |
2U Rack-Mountable |
| Processor |
AMD EPYC 9015 (1x Socket) |
| Processor Speed |
3.6 GHz Base / 4.1 GHz Boost |
| Memory |
64 GB RAM |
| Storage Bays |
Hot-Swap 2.5" (SATA/SAS/NVMe) |
| Storage Configuration |
No HDD Included |
| Network Interfaces |
Gigabit Ethernet + 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Power Supply |
Redundant PSU Configuration |
| Configuration |
Network Choice |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 best used for?
The DL385 Gen11 rack server excels in virtualization, cloud infrastructure, database hosting, and high-performance computing environments where single-socket AMD EPYC processing delivers excellent performance-per-watt efficiency and scalability across enterprise deployments.
Why choose the Network Choice configuration with no HDD?
The Network Choice model without pre-installed drives provides maximum flexibility, allowing you to select and configure storage (SATA, SAS, or NVMe) that precisely matches your performance and capacity requirements, reducing unnecessary costs and enabling custom infrastructure optimization.
How much storage can the DL385 Gen11 support?
The 2U rack-mountable server features multiple hot-swap 2.5" bays supporting SATA, SAS, and NVMe storage options, enabling configurations from modest capacity to high-performance NVMe arrays depending on your workload demands and available bay count.
Is the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen11 suitable for virtualization?
Yes, the EPYC 9015 processor with 64 GB RAM and hot-swap storage capabilities makes this rack-mountable server ideal for VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and KVM virtualization platforms, supporting dense virtual machine deployments with excellent resource efficiency.
