HPE HU4B4A4013Q DL380 Gen12 Storage Server for Data Protection

Overview

The HPE HU4B4A4013Q is a ProLiant DL380 Gen12-based storage server configured for data protection supplemental workloads. Manufactured in the United States, this platform is positioned for enterprise environments requiring a purpose-built supplemental storage node within a broader data protection architecture — such as backup target expansion, secondary storage tiering, or DP appliance scale-out.

The DL380 Gen12 platform is HPE's 2U dual-socket workhorse, widely deployed across enterprise data centers for compute and storage-intensive roles. The HU4B4A4013Q SKU targets data protection supplemental capacity specifically, meaning it is typically paired with an existing DP solution rather than deployed as a standalone primary backup appliance. Confirm your DP software compatibility and required drive bay count before ordering — the specific drive configuration for this SKU is not published in available distribution data.

Country of origin is the United States, relevant for federal procurement environments with domestic-origin requirements under TAA or similar frameworks. Verify TAA compliance documentation with your procurement office if this is a requirement for your specific contract vehicle.

Key Features

• DL380 Gen12 Platform: HPE's 2U dual-socket server chassis, a proven foundation for storage-dense DP supplemental roles — provides the scalability headroom needed as backup data volumes grow.
• Data Protection Supplemental Role: Designed as a capacity expansion node within an existing DP ecosystem rather than a primary appliance — deploy it when your current DP target is running out of usable storage but your software and policies are already established.
• US Country of Origin: Manufactured in the United States, which can satisfy domestic-origin requirements on certain federal and state procurement vehicles. Confirm specific compliance requirements for your contract.

Integration and Compatibility

As a supplemental storage server in the DL380 Gen12 family, the HU4B4A4013Q is intended to integrate with an existing HPE or third-party data protection solution. Compatibility with specific DP software platforms — including HPE StoreOnce, Veeam, Commvault, Veritas, or others — depends on the configured OS, storage controller, and network stack. Engage HPE server and storage solutions pre-sales resources to confirm interoperability with your existing storage and backup infrastructure before deployment.

For environments building out a complete data protection stack, review the HPE server catalog for companion compute and storage product lines that pair with this supplemental node. A storage capacity planning guide can help right-size the total deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the HU4B4A4013Q designed for?

A: The HU4B4A4013Q is an HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12-based storage server configured for data protection supplemental workloads — typically used to expand backup target capacity within an existing DP architecture.

Q: Is the HU4B4A4013Q manufactured in the United States?

A: Yes. The country of origin for the HU4B4A4013Q is the United States per distribution data. If TAA or domestic-origin compliance is required for your procurement vehicle, confirm the specific documentation with your procurement office.

Q: Can the HU4B4A4013Q be used as a standalone backup appliance?

A: Based on available information, the HU4B4A4013Q is positioned as a supplemental storage node for data protection environments, meaning it is intended to augment an existing DP solution. Whether it can function standalone depends on the specific configuration — contact pre-sales for details.

Q: What data protection software is compatible with the HU4B4A4013Q?

A: Specific software compatibility depends on the configured OS, storage controller, and network options. HPE DL380 Gen12 platforms broadly support major DP platforms, but confirm interoperability for your specific DP environment before ordering.