ML30 GEN10 E-2124

Hewlett Packard Enterprise ProLiant ML30 Gen10 E-2124

The ProLiant ML30 Gen10 is a compact, high‑density tower server engineered for small to medium‑sized businesses that demand reliable performance without the footprint of larger rack units. At its core sits the Intel® Xeon® E-2124, a 3.3 GHz processor delivering robust single‑threaded and multi‑core workloads with low power consumption.

Processor & Performance

• CPU Model: Intel® Xeon® E-2124
• Cores / Threads: 4 cores, 4 threads
• Base Frequency: 3.30 GHz
• TDP (Thermal Design Power): 35 W
• Cache: 8 MB L3 cache
• Instruction Set Extensions: AVX, SSE4.2, AES-NI, VT-x, VT-d

The E-2124’s balanced architecture makes it ideal for database hosting, virtualization, and general business applications where consistent throughput is essential.

Memory & Storage Capacity

• Supported Memory Type: DDR4‑2400 MHz SDRAM
• Maximum DIMM Slots: 8 (2 per channel)
• Maximum Supported RAM: 128 GB (16 GB per slot)
• Memory Configuration Example: 4 × 4 GB = 16 GB for entry‑level deployments
• Storage Options: Up to 8 x 3.5” or 2 x 2.5” hot‑swappable drives; supports SAS, SATA, and NVMe configurations.

With flexible memory scaling, the ML30 Gen10 can grow from a lightweight file server to a more demanding virtualized environment without hardware replacement.

Power Supply & Efficiency

• Power Unit: 350 W redundant or non‑redundant options available
• Efficiency Rating: 80 PLUS Bronze (or higher with optional upgrades)
• Form Factor: Tower (4U) – compact yet capable of housing multiple drives and expansion cards.

The 350 W power supply balances energy efficiency with the headroom required for high‑density storage or additional PCIe cards.

Management & Security Features

• Embedded Management: HPE iLO (Integrated Lights-Out) – remote console, virtual media, and power control.
• Secure Boot & Firmware Updates: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) support for secure boot processes.
• Hardware Redundancy Options: Dual hot‑swappable power supplies (optional), dual fans per chassis.

These capabilities provide administrators with full visibility and control, ensuring uptime and compliance in regulated environments.

Connectivity & Expansion

• PCIe Slots: 2 x PCIe 3.0 x8 (or x4) – suitable for network cards, RAID controllers, or GPU acceleration.
• Network Interfaces: Integrated dual 1 GbE ports; optional add‑on NICs up to 10 GbE.
• USB & Serial Ports: Multiple USB 3.0 and legacy serial connections for peripheral support.

The ML30 Gen10’s expansion options allow tailoring the server to specific workloads, from high‑performance storage arrays to compute‑intensive virtual machines.

Reliability & Lifecycle Support

• Redundant Components: Optional dual power supplies and fans increase fault tolerance.
• Lifecycle Management: HPE’s ProLiant Lifecycle Controller automates BIOS, firmware, and driver updates.
• Serviceability: Hot‑swappable drives and modular design reduce downtime during maintenance.

The combination of robust hardware and advanced management tools ensures that the ML30 Gen10 remains operational even in demanding production environments.

Typical Use Cases

• Virtualization Host: Run multiple lightweight VMs for development or testing.
• File & Print Server: Centralized storage with high I/O throughput.
• Database Server: Small to medium databases requiring consistent CPU and memory performance.
• Edge Computing Node: Deploy in remote locations where space and power are limited.

Its compact footprint, combined with enterprise‑grade features, makes the ML30 Gen10 a versatile platform for diverse IT workloads.

Conclusion

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise ProLiant ML30 Gen10 E-2124 delivers a balanced blend of performance, scalability, and manageability in a tower form factor. Powered by the reliable Intel® Xeon® E-2124 processor, it supports extensive memory and storage configurations while offering robust remote management through HPE iLO. Whether serving as a virtualized host, file server, or edge node, this model provides the resilience and flexibility required for modern business operations.