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HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8

The HP Microserver Gen8 is a very nice home server for use as a NAS for instance with the FreeNAS software or as a XEN or KVM server.

The entry level CPU choice (G1610T) provides me with enough power to run almost 10 XEN domU:s with 10GB RAM in the server (1GB RAM for the dom0).

Pros

  • Price
  • Excellent HW-quality for its price
  • Performance
  • ECC memory (a must for a NAS)
  • Easy to replace hard-disks
  • Works fine with non HP branded hard-disks

Cons

  • Disks are not hot-swappable
  • Needs HP branded ECC memory (HP calls this limitation "HP SmartMemory" ;-) )
  • Non standard fan connector

The server has built in LOM (lights out management) via a dedicated network interface. The LOM is called iLO version 4. However please note that you will need to purchase a license to use it for installing and managing the OS via the virtual console function.

Useful Links:

  • The problem with the fan connector can apparently be worked around. I have not tested as the fan only runs at about 12% for me with 2x WD RED in it.

  • The storage controller must be configured in AHCI mode for use with Linux, and if you have an old firmware version you must upgrade.

  • Howto change to AHCI mode (Note: scroll down to "Configure the Controller for SATA Mode and Use the Distribution AHCI Driver")

  • HP Microserver with 2.5″ SSD

  • Change to a XEON E3-1230v2


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Published

Jan 24, 2015

Last Updated

2015-03-01 22:55:18+01:00

Author

henrik

Category

HW

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