If you are looking for a micro server where you can install NAS-oriented operating systems like TrueNAS Core (the old FreeNAS), XigmaNAS or any other server-oriented operating system, the new HPE ProLiant MicroServer Gen10 Plus is an ideal equipment for your home, office, or small business. This new model brings many changes with respect to its predecessors, below, you will be able to know all the technical characteristics and possibilities of this new high-performance server that allows Intel Xeon processors.
Main features of the new HP micro server
This new HPE ProLiant MicroServer Gen10 Plus micro server is sold with two different processor (CPU) configurations, this aspect is essential to achieve the best possible performance, especially if we are going to use some type of virtualization. The processors that we have available for this new processor are the following:
- Intel Xeon E-2224 : this processor is Quad-Core clocked at 3.4GHz with a maximum turbo frequency of 4.6GHz, this CPU does not support hyper threading, therefore we have four cores and four processing threads. It has an 8MB L3 cache memory, is compatible with Dual-Channel DDR4-2666 RAM and supports up to a maximum of 128GB, although this server only supports a maximum of 32GB DDR4 (2 x 16GB). Other important features of this processor are that it has all Intel virtualization technologies and AES-NI hardware encryption acceleration. This processor has a PassMark of 7,500 points, therefore, it is a very good processor to use for full OS virtualization, and also to use Docker or similar technologies.
- Intel Pentium G5420 : this processor is Dual-Core at a speed of 3.8GHz, this CPU does support hyper threading, therefore, we have two cores and four processing threads. It has a 4MB L3 cache memory, is compatible with Dual-Channel DDR4-2400 RAM and supports up to a maximum of 64GB, although this server only supports a maximum of 32GB DDR4 (2 x 16GB). Other important features of this processor are that it has all Intel virtualization technologies and AES-NI hardware encryption acceleration. Finally, this processor integrates an Intel® UHD Graphics 610 GPU. This processor has a PassMark of 3,300 points, therefore, it will be quite limited for the realization of full OS virtualization, but we can use Docker or similar technologies.
Regarding the RAM memory of this new server, we have 2 slots for DDR4 RAM memories, it supports a maximum capacity of 32GB in a 2 x 16GB configuration, the RAM is ECC type, therefore, we will have error correction, ideal if we use an advanced file system like ZFS , where memory with ECC is critical for the best possible data integrity.
As for internal storage, we have a total of four bays to house hard drives or SSDs with SATA3 interface, but they cannot be removed hot.
The Ethernet controller is the Intel i350 AM41Gb, and we have a total of 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for the LAN , this chipset allows us to use link aggregation technologies such as LACP, therefore, we can have a total bandwidth of 4Gbps Full -Duplex. Another very important feature is the incorporation of a PCIe 3.0 x16 port , therefore, we can connect a graphics card to speed up intensive processes such as password cracking, thanks to this port, we can also install a 10G network card with dual ports , to have a speed in the local network of up to 20Gbps Full-Duplex.
Other ports that we have available in this server is the incorporation of an internal USB 2.0 type A port , a total of four rear USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (at 5Gbps) , and we also have a total of two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (at 10Gbps) on its front . This USB port connectivity is ideal for backups, and also for extracting data from the server at blazing speed. Finally, this micro server also has a VGA port and a DisplayPort 1.1a on its back.
One of the most remarkable features of these HP servers is the HP iLO, this allows us to perform a large number of internal configurations without having to start the operating system. We will be able to install any OS through the local network, to be able to view the server as if we were physically present, and even to shut it down or restart it “from behind” in case the main operating system is blocked. In this case we have the HP iLO 5 chipset integrated on the board, but we do not have a specifically dedicated network port for this, but we can buy it separately with the “iLO Enablement” kit, therefore, in this new HP Gen 10 model Plus we will have this interesting technology.
Where can I buy the new HPE ProLiant MicroServer Gen 10 Plus
Right now we can buy it in different online stores, such as PCcomponentes or Amazon, you can access the purchase directly from here. The most important thing to know is that both processor models are sold, but the Intel Pentium model comes with 8GB RAM, while the Xeon comes with 16GB RAM. You should compare prices to see which model is more worth it depending on the use that you are going to give it.
If you want to know all the advanced features of this micro server, you can enter the official website of the HPE ProLiant MicroServer Gen10 Plus where you will find all the details.