Configuration Guide
Setup, optimization, and configuration recommendations for HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9 in home lab environments
HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9 Analysis
Technical analysis of HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9 server capabilities with focus on network boot support
This section contains detailed analysis of the HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9 server platform, including hardware specifications, network boot capabilities, and configuration guidance for home lab deployments.
Overview
The HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9 is a 1U rack-mountable server released by HPE as part of their Generation 9 (Gen9) product line, introduced in 2014. It’s a popular choice for home labs due to its balance of performance, density, and relative power efficiency compared to earlier generations.
Key Features
- Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
- Processor Support: Dual Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 processors (Haswell/Broadwell)
- Memory: Up to 768GB DDR4 RAM (24 DIMM slots)
- Storage: Flexible SFF/LFF drive configurations
- Network: Integrated quad-port 1GbE or 10GbE FlexibleLOM options
- Management: iLO 4 (Integrated Lights-Out) with remote KVM and virtual media
- Boot Options: UEFI and Legacy BIOS support with extensive network boot capabilities
Documentation Sections
- Network Boot Capabilities - Detailed analysis of PXE, iPXE, and UEFI HTTP boot support
- Hardware Specifications - Complete hardware configuration details
- Configuration Guide - Setup and optimization recommendations
Hardware Specifications
Detailed hardware specifications and configuration options for HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9
Network Boot Capabilities
Comprehensive analysis of network boot support on HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9