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HPE 728546-001 ProLiant DL580 Gen8 System Board / Motherboard

HPE 728546-001 ProLiant DL580 Gen8 System Board / Motherboard

The HPE 728546-001 is the system board assembly associated with the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 enterprise server platform. Designed for high-density, four-socket server configurations, the DL580 Gen8 platform supports Intel Xeon E7 v2 processors, DDR3 memory, PCIe Gen3 expansion, integrated Smart Array storage, and iLO 4 management. This motherboard is suitable for compatible DL580 Gen8 server repair, replacement, refurbishment, and enterprise hardware maintenance.

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Description

The HPE 728546-001 is an enterprise server system board associated with the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 platform. It is designed to serve as the central motherboard assembly for compatible DL580 Gen8 configurations and is suitable for server replacement, repair, refurbishment, and lifecycle maintenance.

HPE’s official documentation identifies 728546-001 as a ProLiant DL580 Gen8 configuration featuring four Intel Xeon E7-4850v2 processors, with each processor providing 12 cores at 2.3GHz. The documented configuration includes DDR3 memory, PCI Express Gen3 expansion, integrated Smart Array storage, iLO 4 management, and a 4U rack-mount chassis.

Key Features

  • HPE Part Number: 728546-001
  • Product: ProLiant DL580 Gen8 system board / motherboard
  • Compatible Platform: HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8
  • Server Class: Enterprise 4U rack server
  • Processor Platform: Intel Xeon E7 v2
  • Maximum Processor Configuration: Up to 4 processors
  • Memory Technology: DDR3
  • Expansion: PCI Express Gen3
  • Storage Architecture: Integrated HPE Smart Array P830i controller platform
  • Management: HPE Integrated Lights-Out 4 (iLO 4)
  • Application: Enterprise Server Infrastructure
  • Primary Use: Replacement, Repair, Refurbishment and Maintenance

DL580 Gen8 Enterprise Platform

The ProLiant DL580 Gen8 is a high-performance 4U rack-mounted enterprise server designed for demanding data-center applications.

HPE’s QuickSpecs describe the platform as supporting two, three, or four processors, with a minimum of two processors required. PCIe expansion availability depends on the number of processors installed.

The motherboard therefore forms the foundation of a scalable multi-processor server architecture suitable for enterprise computing environments.

Intel Xeon E7 v2 Processor Support

The DL580 Gen8 platform supports a range of Intel Xeon E7 v2 processors.

HPE lists processor options including:

  • Intel Xeon E7-4890v2 — 15-core, 2.8GHz
  • Intel Xeon E7-4880v2 — 15-core, 2.5GHz
  • Intel Xeon E7-4870v2 — 15-core, 2.3GHz
  • Intel Xeon E7-4860v2 — 12-core, 2.6GHz
  • Intel Xeon E7-4850v2 — 12-core, 2.3GHz
  • Intel Xeon E7-8857v2 — 12-core, 3.0GHz
  • Intel Xeon E7-8891v2 — 10-core, 3.2GHz
  • Additional 8-core and 6-core E7 v2 processors

HPE specifies that a minimum of two processors are required, while the platform can be configured with up to four processors.

Important: The processor specification above describes the DL580 Gen8 platform and should not be interpreted as confirmation that a particular 728546-001 board is supplied with CPUs. The actual contents of your inventory should be clearly stated in the product listing.

DDR3 Memory Architecture

The DL580 Gen8 uses DDR3 registered memory and supports a high-capacity memory architecture designed for enterprise workloads.

HPE’s documented 728546-001 server configuration includes 128GB of PC3-14900R DDR3 memory, installed through eight memory cartridges.

The platform’s memory architecture allows the DL580 Gen8 to support substantial memory capacity for virtualization, databases, enterprise applications, and other memory-intensive workloads.

Note: A standalone motherboard listing should not claim that memory is included unless the physical product being sold contains the memory modules and cartridges.

PCI Express Gen3 Expansion

The DL580 Gen8 platform provides extensive PCIe expansion capabilities.

HPE specifies nine PCIe Gen3 expansion slots, consisting of:

  • Five x16 slots
  • Four x8 slots

Actual slot availability depends on processor configuration.

This architecture allows compatible DL580 Gen8 systems to accommodate a broad range of enterprise expansion hardware, including network adapters, storage controllers, Fibre Channel adapters, and other PCIe devices.

Integrated Storage Architecture

The DL580 Gen8 platform incorporates an HPE Smart Array P830i storage controller architecture.

HPE’s documented 728546-001 configuration includes the HPE Smart Array P830i/2GB FBWC 12Gb/s SAS controller.

The platform provides support for enterprise SAS/SATA storage configurations and includes SFF drive bays depending on the server configuration.

The motherboard itself should not be represented as including a Smart Array controller, cache module, or storage drives unless those components are physically included with the item being sold.

Integrated iLO 4 Management

The DL580 Gen8 platform includes HPE Integrated Lights-Out 4 (iLO 4) for remote server management.

HPE identifies iLO 4 as standard on the DL580 Gen8 platform and lists associated capabilities including embedded remote-support functionality and HPE Active Health System.

This management architecture helps administrators monitor and maintain compatible enterprise server hardware remotely.

Enterprise Networking

The DL580 Gen8 platform supports a range of network adapters through its expansion architecture.

The 728546-001 preconfigured server configuration listed by HPE includes an HPE FlexFabric 10Gb 2-port 534FLR-SFP+ adapter.

Network adapters are separate components unless specifically included with the motherboard being sold.

4U Rack Server Architecture

The DL580 Gen8 is built as a 4U rack-mount enterprise server.

Its architecture is designed for high-density computing and supports multiple processors, extensive memory, PCIe expansion, enterprise storage, redundant power, and hot-plug cooling.

The motherboard is therefore intended for installation inside the compatible DL580 Gen8 chassis rather than use as a conventional desktop PC motherboard.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Manufacturer HPE / Hewlett-Packard
Part Number 728546-001
Product Type Server System Board / Motherboard
Compatible Server ProLiant DL580 Gen8
Server Form Factor 4U Rack
Processor Family Intel Xeon E7 v2
Processor Sockets Up to 4
Memory Technology DDR3
Expansion Interface PCIe Gen3
PCIe Expansion Up to 9 slots, configuration dependent
Storage Platform HPE Smart Array architecture
Management HPE iLO 4
Primary Application Enterprise Server
Use Replacement / Repair / Refurbishment

The specifications above are based primarily on HPE’s official DL580 Gen8 QuickSpecs.

Replacement and Repair Applications

The 728546-001 motherboard is suitable for organizations maintaining existing DL580 Gen8 infrastructure.

Potential applications include:

  • Failed system-board replacement
  • Enterprise server repair
  • Data-center maintenance
  • Server refurbishment
  • Hardware lifecycle extension
  • Spare-parts inventory
  • Enterprise hardware resale
  • Legacy infrastructure support
  • Replacement of damaged motherboard assemblies

Replacing the system board can be a cost-effective alternative to replacing an entire server when the remaining chassis, processors, memory, storage, and expansion components are serviceable.

Ideal Applications

The HPE 728546-001 is particularly suitable for:

  • Enterprise data centers
  • Server maintenance departments
  • IT hardware refurbishers
  • Enterprise system integrators
  • Data-center spare-parts inventories
  • HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 owners
  • Server repair technicians
  • Legacy enterprise infrastructure projects

Compatibility Considerations

Compatibility should be verified before purchase and installation.

Customers should confirm:

  1. The server model is HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8.
  2. The replacement board’s part number is 728546-001.
  3. Processor generation and configuration are supported.
  4. Required memory technology is compatible.
  5. Existing memory cartridges and DIMMs are supported.
  6. Required PCIe expansion components are compatible.
  7. System firmware requirements are satisfied.
  8. The physical board revision and FRU identifiers match the existing assembly.

HPE notes that the DL580 Gen8 requires a minimum of two processors and two memory cartridges, with PCIe slot availability dependent on the processor configuration.

Important Product Listing Note

The HPE documentation identifies 728546-001 as a complete DL580 Gen8 server configuration/model number, rather than simply documenting it as a standalone motherboard part number. HPE’s QuickSpecs list 728546-001 as the model number for a DL580 Gen8 configured with four E7-4850v2 processors.

Therefore, if your physical item is specifically a motherboard/system board, the store listing should retain the customer’s supplied description but should also include the exact board/FRU number visible on the physical board or its label whenever available.

This helps prevent customers from confusing the 728546-001 server model/configuration identifier with a standalone system-board FRU.

Condition

The condition should be stated according to your actual inventory.

Recommended wording for refurbished inventory:

Condition: Refurbished / Tested
Application: HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8
Testing: Functionally tested prior to shipment, where applicable
Warranty: As specified by the seller

Do not advertise a specific warranty period unless your store provides that warranty.

Product Benefits

Enterprise-Class Architecture

Designed for the high-performance HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 server platform.

Multi-Processor Support

The DL580 Gen8 architecture supports up to four Intel Xeon E7 v2 processors.

Extensive Expansion

Supports up to nine PCIe Gen3 expansion slots in supported configurations.

DDR3 Enterprise Memory

Supports registered DDR3 memory for high-capacity enterprise configurations.

Integrated Management

Supports HPE iLO 4 for enterprise server management and monitoring.

Enterprise Storage Support

The platform incorporates HPE Smart Array storage architecture and 12Gb/s SAS capability in documented configurations.

Product Summary

The HPE 728546-001 ProLiant DL580 Gen8 System Board / Motherboard is intended for the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 enterprise server platform.

The DL580 Gen8 is a powerful 4U, four-socket enterprise server architecture supporting Intel Xeon E7 v2 processors, DDR3 registered memory, PCIe Gen3 expansion, enterprise SAS storage, and HPE iLO 4 management.

The 728546-001 identifier is documented by HPE as a DL580 Gen8 server configuration/model number, so buyers should verify the exact system-board FRU/assembly number on the physical board before ordering.

Part Number: 728546-001
Product: ProLiant DL580 Gen8 System Board / Motherboard
Platform: HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8
Processor Family: Intel Xeon E7 v2
Processor Sockets: Up to 4
Memory: DDR3 Registered
Expansion: PCIe Gen3
Management: HPE iLO 4
Form Factor: 4U Enterprise Rack Server
Application: Enterprise Server Repair & Maintenance