Server appliance HP Enterprise SimpliVity 380 G 2P 7.5TB SW — hyperconverged infrastructure node, 2 processors, 7.5 TB storage (software bundle)

HP Enterprise SimpliVity 380 G 2P 7.5TB SW is a hyperconverged infrastructure node engineered for data center virtualization and consolidated storage. The appliance integrates server-class compute with storage and software to deliver a compact building block for virtualized environments. With two processor sockets and 7.5 TB of usable storage accompanied by a software bundle for data efficiency, backup and virtual machine management, this unit focuses on simplifying infrastructure operations and improving resource utilization in consolidated IT environments.

Advantages

The appliance combines compute and shared storage with built-in software features that provide deduplication, compression and policy-driven backup to reduce storage footprint and operational complexity. Two processor sockets enable support for demanding virtual machine workloads, while the software bundle centralizes VM lifecycle management and data protection workflows. The compact design and integrated functionality reduce the need for separate SAN/NAS arrays and third-party backup tools, streamlining deployment and day-to-day administration.

Suitable for

• Virtualized server consolidation in enterprise and branch data centers
• Remote and branch office infrastructure with centralized management
• Workloads requiring integrated backup, deduplication and efficient storage use
• Environments that need scalable hyperconverged building blocks for growth

Key specifications

• Architecture: hyperconverged infrastructure node with integrated compute, storage and management software
• Processor support: two processor sockets for dual-CPU configurations
• Usable storage capacity: 7.5 TB of usable on-node capacity
• Data services: inline deduplication and compression, policy-based backups and replication
• Form factor: rack-mount server appliance suitable for data center racks
• Connectivity: standard server networking interfaces for cluster and management traffic

How to use

Install the SimpliVity node into a standard data center rack and connect power and network interfaces according to site cabling plans. Use the included software bundle to join the node to an existing SimpliVity cluster or to create a new cluster for hyperconverged operations. Configure storage and VM policies through the management interface, enable data efficiency features such as deduplication and compression, and define backup and replication schedules. Deploy virtual machines onto the node using your hypervisor management tools and monitor performance and capacity through the integrated management console.

Usage recommendations

For predictable performance, plan CPU and memory allocation based on virtual machine profiles and monitor storage utilization to keep usable capacity within recommended thresholds. Use policy-based backups and replication to meet recovery objectives and test restore procedures periodically. When scaling, add additional SimpliVity nodes to the cluster to expand compute and storage resources while maintaining integrated data services.