HPE Unveils Next-Generation ProLiant Servers: A Leap Forward in Security, AI Automation, and Performance

HPE's new ProLiant Compute Gen12 servers are engineered to tackle complex workloads while incorporating industry-first security features and AI-enhanced management capabilities. According to Krista Satterthwaite, senior vice president and general manager of Compute at HPE, these servers are designed to provide organizations with the necessary horsepower and insights to manage their operations efficiently, all while keeping sustainability goals in mind.

Satterthwaite stated, “Our customers are tackling workloads that are overwhelmingly data-intensive and growing ever-more demanding,” highlighting the essential role these servers will play in the evolving IT landscape.

A standout feature of the Gen12 servers is their advanced security infrastructure. HPE's Integrated Lights Out (iLO) 7 introduces a dedicated security processor, known as the secure enclave, which is built on HPE's proprietary technology. This innovation is poised to protect against emerging threats, boasting capabilities that make it quantum computing-resistant and compliant with the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-3 Level 3 certification.

The secure enclave enables a robust chain of trust, safeguarding server hardware against firmware attacks and providing comprehensive monitoring throughout the server’s lifecycle. In addition, HPE’s Onsite Decommission Services ensure secure recycling and handling of equipment at the end of its lifecycle.

The new servers leverage HPE Compute Ops Management, a cloud-based platform that utilizes AI to enhance operational management. This platform provides predictive insights that help organizations optimize energy usage, control costs, and reduce carbon emissions. HPE’s advancements in automation also promise to decrease downtime significantly—by up to 4.8 hours per server annually—through improved visibility and management integration.

For organizations looking to assess their future investments, HPE has introduced the HPE Power Advisor, a standalone tool that estimates performance metrics related to energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

The HPE ProLiant Compute Gen12 servers are tailored to handle demanding workloads, including AI, data analytics, edge computing, and hybrid cloud applications. Notably, these servers demonstrate an impressive 41% improvement in performance per watt compared to their predecessors, the Gen10 servers. HPE claims that organizations can achieve up to 65% in annual power savings, allowing for significant data center capacity optimization; one Gen12 server can deliver the same compute performance as seven Gen10 units.

As William Bell, executive vice president of Products at phoenixNAP, noted, “By delivering these advanced technologies as a service, phoenixNAP enables organizations of all sizes to tackle challenges related to performance, energy efficiency, data security, and infrastructure management at scale.”

To address the increasing power demands of modern data centers, HPE is also offering optional direct liquid cooling (DLC) for its new servers. This technology, which has been proven to be significantly more efficient than air cooling, is expected to further enhance energy efficiency and performance in data center operations.

The new HPE ProLiant Compute Gen12 servers, featuring upcoming Intel Xeon 6 processors, will be available in the first quarter of 2025, including models such as the DL320, DL340, DL360, DL380, DL380a, and ML350. The HPE Synergy 480 and DL580 Gen12 servers are anticipated to launch in the summer of 2025.

Organizations looking to integrate these advanced servers can purchase them directly or through HPE GreenLake, which offers scalable and cost-effective solutions. HPE Services will also provide a range of support options to maximize the value of the new server portfolio.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise's launch of the ProLiant Compute Gen12 servers signifies a robust response to the evolving needs of enterprise technology. With their advanced security features, AI-driven management tools, and enhanced performance metrics, these servers are set to empower organizations to meet the challenges of a data-centric world while pursuing sustainability and operational excellence. For more information about HPE and its offerings, visit HPE’s official website.