HPE DL380 Gen10 Processor Upgrade: Intel Xeon Gold 5218 Kit (16-Core, 2.3GHz)

Detailed Features Description

This HPE DL380 Gen10 Xeon-G 5218 Processor Upgrade Kit provides a powerful performance uplift, leveraging the 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Family (Cascade Lake) architecture to transform your DL380 Gen10 server’s capability. Designed specifically for HPE ProLiant systems, this kit ensures seamless compatibility and thermal integrity.

1. Core Performance & Workload Acceleration

The Intel Xeon Gold 5218 boasts 16 cores and 32 threads per processor, running at a 2.3 GHz base frequency with a dynamic boost up to 3.9 GHz. This dramatically increases parallel processing capacity, making it ideal for:

• Virtualization Density: Running a higher number of virtual machines (VMs) with reduced overhead.
• Database Processing: Accelerating OLTP (Online Transaction Processing) and analytics workloads.
• AI/ML: Utilizing advanced instruction sets like AVX-512 (Advanced Vector Extensions) for rapid calculation in high-performance computing (HPC) environments.

2. Enhanced Memory and Interconnect

This processor supports Hexa-channel DDR4 memory running at speeds of 2667 MT/s. This massive memory bandwidth is crucial for data-intensive applications, ensuring the CPU cores are always fed quickly. The processor also features two UPI (Ultra Path Interconnect) links, allowing fast communication between dual-socket configurations (if upgrading to a second CPU) and minimizing latency bottlenecks.

3. Seamless HPE Integration & Management

The upgrade kit is certified for the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server, guaranteeing perfect integration with the HPE iLO 5 management suite.

• Thermal Management: The kit includes the necessary heatsink and, if applicable, additional fans required by HPE to maintain optimal thermal design power (TDP) of 125W, ensuring stable, long-term operation.
• Security: It fully supports the security features of the Gen10 platform, including Silicon Root of Trust and firmware verification, crucial for protected data center operations.

For reliable infrastructure components to complement your server upgrade, please browse our Networking Products.

4. Scalability and Future-Proofing

Installing this kit prepares your server for future growth. The DL380 Gen10 chassis supports dual-processor configurations, enabling you to double your core count and memory capacity by installing a second 5218 kit later, maximizing the server’s lifespan and return on investment. If you are looking to expand your server’s capabilities further, you can find a variety of Networking Products on our site.

Technical Specifications Table

Price Variation Table

This table illustrates typical pricing for the HPE DL380 Gen10 Xeon Gold 5218 Kit based on condition and inclusion of accessories. Note that final pricing is subject to market fluctuation and stock.

We offer competitive rates across our range, including all necessary hardware and Networking Products for immediate deployment.

Highlights (Pros)

✅ Exceptional Value: Provides a significant boost in core count (16C) and clock speed over entry-level processors, offering a great balance of price and performance for mid-to-heavy workloads.

✅ High Density: Maximize the efficiency of your 2U server by enabling high-density virtualization and large data analysis tasks.

✅ Dual Socket Ready: Seamlessly supports expansion to a two-processor (2P) configuration for future-proofing your IT infrastructure.

✅ Integrated Security: Fully compatible with HPE’s advanced silicon-based security features (iLO 5), protecting against unauthorized access and malicious firmware changes.

✅ Optimized I/O: 48 PCIe lanes per socket ensure maximum bandwidth for NVMe SSDs, high-speed network adapters, and dedicated accelerators.

Conclusion

The HPE DL380 Gen10 Xeon-G 5218 Processor Upgrade Kit is the critical component for transforming your Gen10 server into a robust, high-performance workhorse. It delivers the core count and clock speed necessary to handle demanding enterprise applications, significantly improving workload consolidation and operational efficiency. Investing in this certified upgrade ensures stability, maximizes your server’s lifespan, and accelerates your path to digital transformation.