Powering the next wave of telco innovation with the HPE ProLiant Compute DL110 Gen12
HPE ProLiant Compute DL110 Gen12 delivers secure, AI-ready telco edge compute for vRAN and Open RAN, using Intel Xeon 6 to boost performance, fronthaul bandwidth, and lower TCO in harsh edge sites.
The telecom industry is entering a new era defined by soaring data demand, the rise of AI-assisted radio intelligence, and the shift toward open, virtualized RAN architectures. To support this evolution, operators need infrastructure that performs reliably at the edge, handles massive bandwidth, and remains secure in increasingly complex, multivendor environments.
The HPE ProLiant Compute DL110 Gen12 was engineered specifically for these realities. Designed from the ground up for telco edge deployments, it brings together high performance Intel Xeon 6 processing, advanced AI acceleration, ruggedized construction, and built-in security—all in a compact, short-depth 1U chassis. It’s a platform built to simplify deployments today while preparing networks for what’s next.
One of the biggest challenges operators face is managing the rapid growth in 5G traffic. The DL110 Gen12 addresses this with significant compute and bandwidth capacity, including support for up to 20 ports and 500 Gbps of total throughput. This allows operators to scale radio density, support Massive MIMO configurations, and prepare for future 6G‑class workloads. With Intel AMX capabilities integrated directly into the processor, the server also gives operators the compute headroom needed to adopt AI‑driven RAN features without requiring additional accelerators.
Equally important is the server’s physical design. Telecom edge environments—cell sites, rooftops, pole-mounted enclosures—aren’t data centers. They’re harsh, space-constrained, and exposed to extreme temperatures. The DL110 Gen12 meets these demands with NEBS Level 3 compliance, a short-depth mechanical design, and front-cabled access that simplifies installation and maintenance. It continues operating reliably in environments up to 55°C, offering carriers the confidence they need to deploy at the far edge.
Security is another critical requirement as distributed RAN architectures expand the network’s attack surface. With HPE iLO 7, the DL110 Gen12 integrates security at the silicon level, helping ensure firmware integrity from the moment the server powers on. It supports advanced protections such as FIPS 140‑3, NIST/CNSA 2.0 quantum-resistant cryptography, and O‑RAN‑aligned security enhancements, helping operators defend against increasingly sophisticated threats targeting edge infrastructure.
Beyond performance and security, the platform also creates opportunities to streamline deployments and reduce costs. By enabling functions such as virtual DU, virtual CU, and cloud‑native routing to run on the same hardware, the DL110 Gen12 helps operators consolidate equipment at the RAN site. This reduces power consumption, lowers CAPEX, and simplifies the operational footprint, a meaningful advantage at scale.
Ultimately, the HPE ProLiant Compute DL110 Gen12 is more than a server; it’s a foundation for modernizing the RAN. With its combination of performance, efficiency, ruggedized design, and built-in security, it gives carriers a platform that supports today’s virtualized RAN needs while preparing them for AI-driven architectures and the long‑term evolution toward 6G.
If your network strategy includes Open RAN, vRAN, or AI-assisted RAN, the DL110 Gen12 helps ensure you can move forward with confidence and with the right compute platform at the edge.
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