phoenixNAP Accelerates Cloud Services with HPE's Modular Hardware System

In a significant move aimed at enhancing its Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offerings, phoenixNAP, a global IT services provider, has announced the adoption of Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s (HPE) cutting-edge disaggregated computing hardware. This strategic partnership, characterized by the deployment of HPE's ProLiant Gen12 servers equipped with the latest Intel Xeon 6 processors, marks a pivotal advancement in phoenixNAP's capabilities to meet the diverse demands of its clientele across various sectors.

As the first customer of HPE’s Data Center Modular Hardware System (DC-MHS), phoenixNAP is transitioning from traditional monolithic server architectures to a more flexible and scalable modular design. This shift is instrumental in meeting the increasing demands of cloud-native applications, on-premises solutions, and Software as a Service (SaaS) development, particularly within high-growth sectors such as advertising technology (AdTech), financial technology (FinTech), and the state, local, and education (SLED) markets.

The HPE ProLiant Compute DL320 Gen12 servers are engineered to deliver superior security, performance, and efficiency. By leveraging this advanced infrastructure, phoenixNAP is positioned to expedite its product introductions while simultaneously lowering total costs of ownership. The modular nature of the HPE systems allows for reusable building blocks across diverse designs, thereby enhancing interoperability and security from silicon to software.

“Service providers are investing in next-generation infrastructure to address evolving enterprise IT requirements across new workload demands, heightened security concerns, and flexibility needs as businesses scale or change,” stated Peter Groth, Vice President and General Manager, CTO of Service Providers at HPE. He expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating it empowers phoenixNAP to deliver modernized solutions that drive innovation.

As part of its commitment to provide high-performance and reliable infrastructure, phoenixNAP focuses on building solutions that emphasize cybersecurity and compliance. The partnership with HPE not only grants access to state-of-the-art technology but also ensures essential technical support, allowing phoenixNAP's IT team to minimize troubleshooting and optimize service delivery.

William Bell, Executive Vice President of Products at phoenixNAP, highlighted the significance of this transition. “Our customers expect us to enable their businesses to securely scale rapidly and everywhere, which depends upon our ability to easily build, scale, and maintain our platforms,” he noted. The HPE ProLiant Compute DL320 Gen12 servers offer a blend of high performance, low power consumption, and secure modularity, aligning perfectly with evolving customer expectations and the growing importance of energy conservation.

The introduction of the Intel Xeon 6 processors represents a leap forward in server technology, providing a new class of efficient cores (E-cores) designed to deliver higher throughput while optimizing power usage. The HPE ProLiant servers can accommodate up to 144 E-cores per socket, yielding up to one-and-a-half times the performance per watt compared to previous generations. This capability is critical for phoenixNAP as it seeks to enhance operational efficiency across its 18 global data centers.

The collaboration between phoenixNAP and HPE underscores a significant evolution in the cloud services landscape, where modularity, efficiency, and security are paramount. As phoenixNAP continues to execute its strategy of delivering high-performance IaaS solutions, the integration of HPE’s innovative technology is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of cloud infrastructure.

With this partnership, both organizations are poised to cater to the dynamic needs of enterprises, ensuring that they remain at the forefront of technological advancements in a rapidly evolving digital world.