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HPE S3M37C | Nokia Cloud RAN SmartNIC PCIe Inline Accelerator for ProLiant

HPE S3M37C | Nokia Cloud RAN SmartNIC PCIe Inline Accelerator for ProLiant

S3M37C

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Description

The Nokia Cloud RAN SmartNIC Accelerator is a PCIe add-in card engineered to offload and accelerate Cloud RAN (C-RAN) processing workloads on HPE ProLiant servers. By shifting intensive RAN compute tasks from the host CPU to dedicated silicon, it delivers measurable gains in network throughput, latency, and processing efficiency — making it an ideal solution for telcos and enterprises deploying virtualised 5G Radio Access Networks on HPE infrastructure.

Manufactured by Nokia Solutions and Networks, this inline accelerator integrates seamlessly with HPE's management ecosystem via iLO and the Redfish API, supporting OEM actions including ColdReset and WarmReset, as well as firmware updates through the HPE iLO UpdateService. Compatible with HPE ProLiant servers equipped with available PCIe slots, it is modelled as a Network Adapter within HPE iLO, ensuring straightforward provisioning and lifecycle management. Contact iptrading.com.au — your local source for enterprise-grade networking solutions.

Features

- Inline hardware acceleration for Cloud RAN (C-RAN) / virtualised 5G RAN workloads
- Offloads RAN processing from host CPU to dedicated accelerator silicon
- Improves network throughput, reduces processing latency on HPE ProLiant platforms
- Seamlessly enhances virtualised network functions without infrastructure redesign
- Fully integrated with HPE iLO and Redfish API (modelled as Network Adapter subsystem)
- Supports OEM Redfish actions: ColdReset and WarmReset for remote lifecycle management
- Firmware manageable via HPE iLO UpdateService and FirmwareInventory URI
- PCIe add-in card form factor for straightforward server installation

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

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FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Form Factor: PCIe Add-in Card (SmartNIC / Inline Accelerator)
- Manufacturer: Nokia Solutions and Networks
- Model Reference: RAN Inline Accelerator (A-RINLINE2-B / AF1791.01)
- Interface: PCIe
- Management Interface: HPE iLO / Redfish API (modelled as Network Adapter subsystem)
- Supported Redfish OEM Actions: ColdReset, WarmReset
- Firmware Management: HPE iLO UpdateService / FirmwareInventory URI
- Compatible Platform: HPE ProLiant servers with available PCIe slots

FAQs

Q: What is the Nokia Cloud RAN SmartNIC Accelerator (S3M37C) used for?
A: It is a PCIe inline hardware accelerator designed to offload and accelerate Cloud RAN (C-RAN) processing workloads on HPE ProLiant servers. By moving intensive RAN compute tasks off the host CPU onto dedicated silicon, it improves network throughput, reduces latency, and supports virtualised 5G Radio Access Network deployments.

Q: Which HPE servers is the S3M37C compatible with?
A: The Nokia Cloud RAN SmartNIC Accelerator is compatible with HPE ProLiant servers that have available PCIe expansion slots. It integrates with HPE iLO and the Redfish management API for streamlined provisioning and lifecycle management.

Q: How is the S3M37C managed and monitored?
A: The card is fully integrated with HPE's iLO management platform and the Redfish API. It appears as a Network Adapter within the iLO/Redfish subsystem and supports OEM Redfish actions including ColdReset and WarmReset. Firmware updates are handled via the HPE iLO UpdateService and FirmwareInventory URI.

Q: Is any additional software or licensing required to use this accelerator?
A: The accelerator operates as a hardware add-in card within the HPE ProLiant ecosystem and uses standard HPE iLO/Redfish management tools. Specific C-RAN software or Nokia RAN stack licences may be required depending on your deployment — please consult your Nokia and HPE account teams for full software requirements.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE S3M37C in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller stocking HPE server accessories and accelerators including the Nokia Cloud RAN SmartNIC (S3M37C). Contact us for pricing, availability, and volume enquiries.

Q: What are the primary benefits of offloading RAN workloads to this SmartNIC?
A: Offloading C-RAN processing to dedicated inline silicon frees host CPU cores for other virtualised network functions, reduces processing latency, and allows HPE ProLiant servers to support higher RAN throughput without requiring additional compute nodes — improving both performance and total cost of ownership in 5G deployments.

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