HPE P72990-005 ProLiant DL325 Gen11 Rack Server
Overview
The HPE P72990-005 is a 1U single-socket rack server built around the AMD EPYC 9354P processor with 64GB of memory and an MR408i-O storage controller — a dense, compute-focused platform suited for workloads that demand high core density in a standard rack unit footprint. The P72990-005 (often searched as P72990 005) ships factory-new from US or Mexico manufacturing origin.
At 88 lb shipping weight and 36 × 23.5 × 10 inches, this is a full-depth 1U chassis. Plan rack space and rail kit requirements accordingly — the depth exceeds shallow-mount cabinets common in telco or edge deployments, so verify your rack's usable depth before ordering.
Key Features
- AMD EPYC 9354P Processor: The 9354P is a high-core-count Zen 4 processor — well-matched to parallel workloads such as video analytics, AI inference, or virtualized security infrastructure where thread count matters as much as single-threaded speed.
- 64GB Factory Memory: 64GB provides a workable baseline for virtualization or VMS server roles, with headroom to expand depending on populated DIMM slots. Verify available slot count against your projected memory ceiling before committing to this configuration.
- MR408i-O Storage Controller: The MR408i-O is HPE's OEM RAID controller for Gen11 platforms, supporting standard RAID levels for local storage protection. Confirm drive bay count and supported drive types with HPE's QuickSpecs for P72990-005 if local storage capacity is a primary factor.
- 1U Rack Form Factor: Maximizes rack density — you can fit more compute nodes per cabinet compared to 2U configurations, which matters in space-constrained data center or IDF deployments.
- Factory-New, Genuine Hardware: Sourced factory-new with no grey-market or parallel-import risk — important for environments with hardware provenance requirements or active HPE support contracts.
Integration & Compatibility
The DL325 Gen11 platform integrates with HPE's iLO management stack for out-of-band administration, and is compatible with HPE's ProLiant server management tools. For security deployments, this platform is suitable as a VMS server, analytics edge node, or infrastructure host — confirm software compatibility (Milestone, Genetec, Axis Camera Station, or your preferred VMS) against the vendor's certified hardware list before deployment.
Rack rail kits are sold separately — confirm compatibility with your specific rack model. HPE's networking and switching line pairs well if you are building out a complete rack solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What processor does the P72990-005 include?
A: The product name identifies an AMD EPYC 9354P processor. Confirm full CPU specifications via HPE's official QuickSpecs document for P72990-005.
Q: How much does the HPE P72990-005 weigh?
A: The P72990-005 has a verified shipping weight of 88 lb. Plan for appropriate lifting assistance and rack installation crew when deploying this unit.
Q: What are the physical dimensions of the P72990-005?
A: Dimensions are 36.00 × 23.50 × 10.00 inches (L × W × H). Verify usable rack depth in your cabinet before ordering — full-depth chassis require adequate clearance front and rear.
Q: Is rack hardware included with the P72990-005?
A: Rail kits and rack hardware are typically sold separately for HPE ProLiant servers. Verify required accessories with HPE's configurator or request a pre-sales quote.
Q: Where is the HPE P72990-005 manufactured?
A: Country of origin is listed as MX and US (Mexico and United States).
The P72990-005 is a 1U single-socket HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen11 — at 88 lb and 36 inches deep, this is a full-depth chassis that demands a proper-depth rack and a two-person install. If you are dropping this into a security operations center or a VMS server rack, measure twice: shallow cabinets common in IDF closets will not accommodate this unit.
Technical Highlights:
- EPYC 9354P Platform: AMD's Zen 4 EPYC architecture delivers high per-core performance and a large core count in a single-socket configuration — relevant for analytics-heavy VMS deployments where video decode and AI inference run concurrently on the same host.
- 88 lb Shipping Weight: This is not a lightweight edge appliance. Factor two-person rack installation and confirm your rack's weight capacity — a full 42U rack of similarly specced 1U servers adds up fast.
- MR408i-O Controller: HPE's Gen11 OEM RAID controller supports standard RAID configurations for local drive protection. For VMS use, RAID 5 or RAID 6 across local NVMe or SAS drives is the typical deployment pattern — verify supported drive types against your storage capacity target.
Deployment Considerations:
- The 36-inch depth requires a minimum 1000mm (39-inch) usable rack depth — measure your cabinet's front-to-rear clearance including cable management before ordering.
- Rail kits are not included in the base configuration; order the appropriate HPE rail kit for your rack type simultaneously to avoid delayed deployment.
Best fit: a purpose-built VMS server rack in a physical security operations center or data center IDF where rack depth is not constrained, single-socket EPYC density is a priority, and HPE's iLO management ecosystem is already in use.
