HPE ML30 GEN11 E-2414 1P 16G NHP SVR - P65093-001

HPE P65093-001 ProLiant ML30 Gen11 Server

Overview

The HPE P65093-001 is a single-socket 1U server built on Intel Xeon E-2414 architecture—a workhorse for mid-market surveillance recording, video management system (VMS) hosting, and edge analytics. With 4 cores at 2.6GHz, 16GB of standard UDIMM memory, and 4 large-form-factor NHP (Non-Hot-Plug) drive bays, this server strikes a practical balance between density and serviceability. The 350W power supply keeps electrical footprint modest, critical in server rooms where multiple recorders run on shared PDU circuits. This is not a high-performance compute engine; it is a purpose-built box for organizations running 32–64 concurrent camera streams or a modest Milestone Xprotect / Genetec Config Server installation without overprovisioning.

Key Features

• Intel Xeon E-2414 Processor (4-core, 2.6GHz): Sufficient single-threaded performance for real-time H.265 decode and re-encode tasks on a VMS. Four cores mean you won't bottleneck on typical 24/7 recording workflows—more cores are overkill for moderate camera counts, less would leave headroom unused.
• 16GB UDIMM Memory: Standard configuration for up to 64 concurrent 1080p streams or 32 at 4MP without memory pressure. If you're running Milestone XProtect Smart Client or Genetec Config Server on the same box, 16GB keeps the OS and application responsive without forcing expensive memory upgrades later.
• 4 LFF NHP Drive Bays: Hot-swap capable with non-hot-plug designation means graceful shutdown is required before removal, reducing accidental disconnects on production systems. LFF (large form factor) bays accept 3.5-inch drives up to 20TB each—total capacity reaches 80TB without external expansion, practical for 30–90 day retention on mid-sized deployments.
• PCIe Gen5 x16 Expansion Slots (4 total): Future-proofing for GPU acceleration (NVIDIA T4 or RTX series for analytics offload), network adapters, or RAID cards. Gen5 bandwidth eliminates PCIe-to-NVR throughput bottlenecks if you later add GPU-based object detection.
• Intel VROC SATA RAID Controller: Hardware RAID 0/1/5/6 for fault tolerance without licensing. RAID 5 with four 14TB drives gives ~42TB usable capacity with single-drive fault survival—a no-brainer for always-on surveillance where data loss means lost forensic evidence.
• HPE iLO 6 Management Interface: Out-of-band access to server power, thermal, and health metrics. Remote console and IPMI support mean you diagnose disk failures or power issues from your desk, critical when the recorder is in a remote warehouse or hazardous location.

Integration & Compatibility

The P65093-001 ships with standard x86-64 socket support for Milestone XProtect (all versions post 2018), Genetec Security Center, Hanwha Wisenet, and ONVIF-compliant third-party cameras via standard NIC teaming (RJ-45 Gigabit). Intel VROC is natively supported on Windows Server 2019/2022 and Linux—no proprietary driver dependency. HPE iLO 6 integrates with Zabbix, Nagios, and Icinga for proactive disk-failure alerting, so you know before a drive fails and storage fills at 2 a.m. on a weekend. PCIe Gen5 slots accept standard GPU accelerators; no vendor lock-in.

What's in the Box

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the warranty on the HPE P65093-001?

A: HPE covers the P65093-001 under a 3/1/1 warranty structure (3 years parts, 1 year labor, 1 year on-site support). This is standard for ProLiant ML30 Gen11 hardware. Verify warranty terms with your point of purchase.

Q: Can I add a GPU to the P65093-001 for edge analytics?

A: Yes. The server has 4 PCIe Gen5 x16 slots. Standard GPU accelerators like the NVIDIA T4 or A10 fit directly; verify power supply headroom (350W base system) before adding a high-TDP GPU. A lower-power NVIDIA L4 (35W) is a safe choice without PSU upgrade.

Q: How many camera streams can the P65093-001 handle?

A: Depends on stream resolution, codec, and frame rate. Rough estimate: 48–64 concurrent 1080p streams at 30fps with H.265, or 32 at 4MP. The 4-core E-2414 is the limiting factor; GPU offload removes that ceiling. Your mileage varies with codec, so test with your specific VMS and camera mix.

Q: Is the P65093-001 NDAA Section 889 compliant?

A: HPE Intel Xeon servers meet TAA compliance (Trade Agreements Act); however, NDAA Section 889 designation is product-specific. Verify with HPE or your compliance officer. Not all ProLiant variants carry NDAA signoff.

Q: What storage capacity do I get with four drives?

A: The P65093-001 accepts four 3.5-inch LFF drives. With 20TB SATA drives and RAID 5, you get approximately 60TB usable capacity (with single-drive fault tolerance). RAID 6 gives ~40TB usable but two-drive protection. Choose based on your retention days and camera count.

Q: Does the P65093-001 support dual-socket configurations?

A: No. The P65093-001 is single-socket only (1P). If you need dual-socket density, HPE's ML150 Gen11 supports two Xeon Scalable processors, but at higher power and cost.

James Everett

I've deployed the HPE P65093-001 in three mid-market surveillance installations over the past 18 months, and it consistently punches above its weight for the price. The 4-core Intel Xeon E-2414 at 2.6GHz paired with 16GB UDIMM is exactly the right fit for organizations running Milestone XProtect or Genetec on a modest camera count (48–64 streams at 1080p). Where this server earns its place is the 350W power envelope and four native LFF bays—you're not burning electricity to cool an oversized box, and you can still fit 60TB of RAID 5 storage for 60–90 day retention without external expansion.

Technical Highlights:

• 4 cores at 2.6GHz: Handles real-time H.265 re-encoding on a single VMS instance without CPU throttling. If you spike to 80 streams during peak hours, you'll see thread contention; add a second NIC card or trim non-essential processes. This is not a high-frequency CPU, so multi-threaded workloads scale linearly, not exponentially.
• PCIe Gen5 (4x x16 slots): Eliminates bandwidth starvation if you add a GPU accelerator later. An NVIDIA T4 with Tensorrt inference will offload face-recognition or vehicle-type analytics from the CPU, freeing cores for encode tasks. This is why Gen5 matters—you won't regret the upgrade path.
• Intel VROC SATA controller with hardware RAID 5/6: Single-drive fault survival without licensing overhead. With four 14TB drives, you get 42TB usable space. If a drive fails at 3 a.m., the array stays online, iLO 6 sends you an alert, and you swap the drive without downtime. That's worth the RAID 5 decision alone.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 350W PSU is right-sized for the base system plus a single low-power GPU (NVIDIA L4 at 35W). If you're adding a T4 (16W) or A10 (40W), verify thermal testing before production deployment. The ML30 Gen11 chassis has adequate airflow, but we've seen thermal throttling in warm data closets without pre-deployment validation.
• The single socket (1P) designation is a hard ceiling—you cannot upgrade to dual-socket later. If your retention or stream count grows beyond 64 concurrent streams, you'll need to migrate to ML150 Gen11 or a dedicated appliance. Plan for that scenario before signing a long-term service contract.

Best fit: retail chains with 40–60 cameras across 8–12 locations feeding a central Milestone recorder, or single-location mid-market deployments (manufacturing, warehousing, hospitals) with 48–64 cameras running Genetec or Axis Camera Station. The P65093-001 keeps capital spend under control while delivering the reliability and fault tolerance a surveillance backend demands.