HP ProLiant DL20 Gen9 Server E3-1240v6 3.7GHz 16GB DDR4 2x1TB | Wty

HP ProLiant DL20 Gen9 Certified Refurbished 1U Rack Server

This certified refurbished HP ProLiant DL20 Gen9 server features a powerful Intel Xeon E3-1240 v6 quad-core processor running at 3.70 GHz (turbo boost to 4.10 GHz), 16GB DDR4 ECC memory, dual 1TB SATA hard drives (7200 RPM) providing 2TB total storage, and integrated Matrox G200EH graphics in a compact 1U rack-mountable chassis, delivering enterprise-grade performance with exceptional reliability for small to medium-sized businesses. This versatile server solution combines robust processing power with expandable storage capacity, making it an outstanding choice for organisations requiring dependable computing infrastructure at an affordable price point.

Practical Applications

The HP ProLiant DL20 Gen9 excels across diverse business environments, serving as an ideal platform for virtualisation projects running VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or Linux-based hypervisors. It provides reliable performance for file and print services, database hosting with SQL Server or MySQL, web hosting applications, email servers, and development and testing environments. The compact 1U form factor makes it particularly suitable for remote offices, branch locations, edge computing deployments, and businesses with limited rack space requiring maximum efficiency.

Key Features & Benefits

Enterprise-Class Processing Power — The Intel Xeon E3-1240 v6 processor delivers exceptional performance with four cores and eight threads, featuring 8MB Smart Cache and advanced security technologies including Intel vPro, AES-NI encryption, and Trusted Execution Technology.

Reliable ECC Memory — 16GB DDR4-2400 ECC memory ensures data integrity and system stability, with support for expansion up to 64GB across four UDIMM slots for future growth as your business needs evolve.

Flexible Storage Configuration — Dual 1TB SATA hard drives operating at 7200 RPM provide ample capacity with the HPE H240 Smart Host Bus Adapter supporting RAID 0, 1, and 5 configurations for data protection.

Compact Yet Expandable Design — The space-efficient 1U chassis includes two PCIe 3.0 expansion slots for adding specialised cards, plus a FlexibleLOM connector supporting 10 Gigabit networking upgrades when required.

Integrated Server Management — HPE iLO 4 (Integrated Lights-Out) technology enables comprehensive remote server management, monitoring, and troubleshooting, reducing the need for hands-on intervention and improving uptime.

Dual Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity — Built-in HPE Ethernet 1Gb 2-port adapter provides redundant network connections for enhanced reliability and network performance across your infrastructure.

Energy-Efficient Operation — The 290W 80Plus Silver certified power supply delivers up to 92% efficiency, reducing operating costs whilst maintaining reliable power delivery for 24/7 operation.

Enterprise Security Features — Comprehensive security capabilities including UEFI Secure Boot, TPM support, power-on password protection, and administrator controls safeguard your valuable business data and applications.

Essential Technical Specifications

- Processor: Intel Xeon E3-1240 v6 — 4 cores, 8 threads, 3.70 GHz base frequency (4.10 GHz turbo)
- Memory: 16GB DDR4-2400 ECC UDIMM (expandable to 64GB across 4 DIMM slots)
- Storage: 2x 1TB SATA 7200 RPM hard drives with HPE H240 Smart Host Bus Adapter
- Network: Dual 1GbE ports with HPE Ethernet 1Gb 2-port 332i adapter
- Graphics: Integrated Matrox G200EH with VGA output supporting up to 1920x1200 resolution
- Expansion: 2x PCIe 3.0 slots (x8 half-height/half-length, x16 half-height/full-length)
- Ports: 5x USB (2x USB 2.0 front, 2x USB 3.0 rear, 1x USB 3.0 internal), VGA, 2x RJ-45
- Dimensions: 4.32 cm (H) x 43.46 cm (W) x 38.22 cm (D) — 1U rack-mountable form factor
- Weight: 7.88 kg (suitable for standard server racks with included mounting hardware)
- Power Supply: 290W 80Plus Silver certified (100-240VAC input voltage)

Operating System Compatibility

This server supports all major enterprise operating systems including Windows Server editions, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware vSphere, and other industry-standard platforms. Windows Server environments offer excellent compatibility with Microsoft applications like Exchange and SQL Server, featuring intuitive graphical management interfaces and comprehensive enterprise support, though they require licensing costs and regular security updates. Linux distributions provide exceptional stability, security, and cost-effectiveness with no licensing fees, superior multi-user capabilities, and lower resource consumption, making them ideal for web servers, databases, and virtualisation