In the
world of servers, HP’s ProLiant line has earned a spot as one of the world’s
top selling server series. HP grew from a one garage operation into the world’s
leader in computer hardware sales, reflecting a commitment to unparalleled
quality at a great price. These foundational values are exemplified in the
ProLiant line. If you are currently considering a ProLiant server to add to
your existing array, or even if you are considering starting out with your
first server, you may be concerned with the high overhead cost of server
ownership. Though ProLiant servers have a quality which justifies the
investment, many people are wary of apportioning so much of their IT budget
into a single unit. As a cost effective alternative, many people opt instead to
purchase refurbished ProLiant servers. Don’t know which ProLiant server is
right for you? Here are three of the best-selling refurbished ProLiant servers
on today’s market.
The HP ProLiant DL360
The DL360 (in this particular case, the seventh generation)
is an excellent server for mid-range server arrays. The DL360 is a one unit
rack server which makes it ideal for integration into existing server arrays,
or a good first step into building a server array. The DL360 is one of the most
successful ProLiant servers to date, offering a highly powerful configuration.
The DL360 supports up to two quad or hexa core Intel Xeon processors, ensuring
a great deal of processing power for mission critical applications. Memory
configurations allow for a full expansion of up to 384 gigabytes, allowing for
a great deal of multitasking. Up to eight host swappable hard drives mean you
can perform drive maintenance with virtually no downtime, along with the ultra
high capacity of up to four terabytes of data.
The HP ProLiant ML150
The ML150 is an entry level tower server, perfect for small
businesses or even home offices. Tower servers have the added advantage of a
large upgrade/expansion potential. The ProLiant ML150 supports a single Intel
Xeon processor and ECC registered memory. The hard drive support includes both
SAS or SATA, up to eight internal drives, which guarantees a massive storage
potential. Easily managed and including some great ProLiant utilities, the
ML150 is a solid choice for minimal servers.
The HP ProLiant DL380
The DL380 is much like the DL360’s “older brother,” offering increases across the board in performance and power. This unit is a 2U rackmounting server which, like the DL360, supports quad or hexacore Intel Xeon processors, though the DL380’s processors have a slight increase in clock speed. Eight SAS or SATA drive support with a 12 megabyte level 3 cache ensures fast performance in data reads and writes, allowing for up to eighteen terabytes of data. While these three refurbished ProLiant servers are among the best on today’s market, there are a variety of possible solutions and configurations. Consider your demands and, if possible, customize your refurbished server with respect to your needs.
