Compatibility and Performance of Windows Server on ProLiant ML310E

[adnanshaoun582]

Hi everyone,

I recently got my hands on an HP ProLiant ML310E for a project at work, and I plan to run Windows Server on it. I have a few questions and would appreciate any guidance from those who have experience with this setup:

1. Windows Server Version: Which versions of Windows Server are fully compatible with the ProLiant ML310E, and are there any versions I should avoid?
2. Driver Support: Are there specific drivers I need to download to ensure optimal performance of the server with Windows OS?
3. Performance Tuning: Any tips on how to optimize the performance of Windows Server on this hardware? Are there BIOS settings or tweaks I should be aware of?
4. Storage Configuration: Recommendations for configuring RAID or managing large storage arrays on this server with Windows Server would be helpful.
5. Common Issues: Any common issues or pitfalls to watch out for when running Windows Server on the ProLiant ML310E?

I’m eager to hear your experiences and advice. Thanks in advance for your help!