HPE P89239-005 ProLiant DL380 Gen12 2U Rack Server
Overview
The HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen12 configured as P89239-005 is a 2U rack server built around Intel's Xeon 6517P processor — a platform sized for compute-intensive workloads including network video recording, VMS back-end processing, and enterprise infrastructure. This configuration ships with 2x32GB DDR5 RDIMM (64GB total), eight Small Form Factor drive bays, and HPE's NS204i-U v2 boot controller paired with the MR408i-o storage adapter, giving you a defined storage baseline from the factory. The unit weighs 104 lb and measures 39.50 x 24.00 x 11.00 inches — plan your rack space and rail kit accordingly before deployment.
Key Features
- Intel Xeon 6517P Processor: A single-socket P-core Xeon 6 CPU. Purpose-built for throughput-oriented server workloads where consistent core performance matters more than extreme thread count — well-matched to VMS recording engines and analytics inference pipelines.
- 64GB DDR5 (2x32GB RDIMM): Dual-channel DDR5 at the factory baseline. Enough headroom to run a full-featured VMS instance with active analytics channels without swapping. Additional DIMM slots are available if the workload scales.
- 8x Small Form Factor Drive Bays: Eight SFF bays fed through the MR408i-o RAID adapter give you the flexibility to configure RAID 5 or RAID 6 arrays for sustained 24/7 write workloads — the duty cycle that NVR and video archive storage demands.
- NS204i-U v2 Boot Controller: Dedicated M.2-based OS boot device keeps the primary storage array free for data — a clean separation that simplifies OS re-imaging without touching your video archive.
- MR408i-o Storage Adapter: HPE's PCIe-attached RAID controller handles array management off the main CPU, reducing storage I/O overhead on the processor — relevant when the system is simultaneously recording and serving playback.
- 2U Rack Form Factor (39.50 x 24.00 x 11.00 in, 104 lb): Standard 2U height fits most four-post equipment racks. At 104 lb fully configured, verify your rail kit weight rating and get a second person for physical installation.
Integration and Compatibility
The DL380 Gen12 is supported by HPE iLO 6 out-of-band management, enabling remote power, KVM-over-IP, and firmware updates without physical access — practical for distributed or unmanned equipment rooms. This server class is routinely deployed as the VMS server platform for Milestone XProtect, Genetec Security Center, and Avigilon Control Center; verify the specific VMS vendor's hardware compatibility list against the Xeon 6517P before finalizing. For storage planning on a video surveillance load, factor 24/7 sequential write duty on all eight SFF bays and size drives rated for that workload profile (surveillance-class or NAS/enterprise drives, not desktop-grade).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What processor does the P89239-005 include?
A: The P89239-005 ships with a single Intel Xeon 6517P processor.
Q: How much RAM does this configuration include?
A: This configuration includes 2x32GB DDR5 RDIMM modules for 64GB total installed memory at the factory baseline.
Q: How many drive bays does the P89239-005 have?
A: Eight Small Form Factor (SFF) drive bays, managed by the MR408i-o RAID adapter.
Q: What are the physical dimensions and weight?
A: The server measures 39.50 x 24.00 x 11.00 inches (L x W x H) and weighs 104 lb. Standard 2U rack height; verify rail kit weight capacity before installation.
Q: Is the P89239-005 suitable for use as a VMS recording server?
A: The DL380 Gen12 platform is commonly deployed as a VMS back-end — Xeon 6517P compute, 64GB DDR5, and eight SFF bays cover the core requirements. Confirm compatibility with your specific VMS vendor's hardware list and size drives for 24/7 surveillance write workloads.
The P89239-005 is the configuration I'd reach for when a project needs a defined, factory-built DL380 Gen12 baseline — single Xeon 6517P socket, 64GB DDR5, eight SFF bays, and a clean OS-boot separation via the NS204i-U v2. That last detail matters more than people expect on a VMS server: keeping the OS volume off the RAID array means a failed OS drive doesn't touch your video archive, and reimaging is a 20-minute job instead of a rebuild.
Technical Highlights:
- MR408i-o RAID Adapter: PCIe-attached controller offloads array management from the Xeon 6517P — relevant when the CPU is simultaneously handling encoding decode, analytics inference, and serving concurrent VMS playback sessions.
- 8x SFF Bay Capacity: Eight bays give you meaningful RAID 6 headroom — you can sustain two simultaneous drive failures without data loss, which matters on a system running 24/7 unattended.
- 104 lb Chassis (39.50 x 24.00 x 11.00 in): This is a dense 2U. A 4-post rack with proper rail kit is non-negotiable; open-frame or 2-post racks need a weight check before you commit to placement.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify your VMS vendor's hardware compatibility matrix against the Xeon 6517P before finalizing — Gen12 is recent hardware and not every VMS version has published qualification data yet.
- At 104 lb, single-person rack installation is a safety hazard; plan for two people and confirm the rail kit is rated for this weight class.
The P89239-005 fits best as the primary recording and analytics server in a mid-to-large physical security deployment — 32 to 128 camera channels — where a defined HPE factory configuration simplifies procurement, warranty service, and future iLO-managed maintenance.
