Hewlett Packard Enterprise has introduced two new models in its line of fault-tolerant computing systems: the HPE NonStop Compute NS5 X5 and the HPE NonStop Compute NS9 X5. These systems are built for organizations that depend on continuous availability, such as those in finance, manufacturing, and logistics.
Designed for high-reliability environments, both models deliver improvements in processing speed, memory, and networking. The HPE NonStop platform is widely used for workloads where system interruptions are not acceptable—examples include payment processing, fraud detection, and industrial operations.
According to Casey Taylor, General Manager of HPE NonStop, the latest systems continue the company’s long-standing focus on performance and reliability. “Many of our customers have relied on NonStop systems for decades without experiencing unplanned outages. These new models build on that legacy,” Taylor said.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s latest compute systems, the HPE NonStop Compute NS5 X5 and NS9 X5, are built around Intel Xeon processors, offering businesses options tailored to performance needs. The NS5 X5 is powered by Intel Xeon Bronze 3400 series processors, suitable for entry-level workloads. In contrast, the NS9 X5 utilizes the more powerful Intel Xeon Gold 6400 series, making it a better fit for high-throughput environments.
Both systems feature a significant upgrade in memory capacity, now supporting up to 8 terabytes—twice the amount offered in prior models. This increased capacity allows organizations to handle more demanding applications and larger datasets. The NS9 X5 also provides a notable improvement in networking, delivering 2.5 times the bandwidth of previous models along with enhanced Fibre Channel connectivity, leading to faster data movement and better performance under heavy loads.
These technical improvements are especially useful for industries that manage complex operations across multiple sites or require real-time data handling, such as manufacturing and financial services. The ability to efficiently process large volumes of transactions or coordinate production across multiple plants can directly impact productivity and reduce delays.
Another key advantage of the NS9 X5 is its compatibility with earlier HPE NonStop systems. This means companies can upgrade or expand their infrastructure without causing downtime or disrupting existing operations. Alongside the hardware enhancements, HPE has also released an operating system update that includes multi-factor authentication (MFA) support, helping organizations comply with data security regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2.
HPE NonStop systems continue to be a core technology in environments where continuous uptime is essential. A global car rental firm, for instance, handles over 80,000 daily reservations on HPE NonStop platforms. Similarly, six of the ten largest retail banks worldwide use these systems to support services such as ATM transactions, card payments, and essential banking functions—demonstrating the platform’s reliability in high-stakes, high-volume sectors.
The NS5 X5 and NS9 X5 systems are available as standalone purchases or through HPE GreenLake, which provides a consumption-based pricing model. HPE offers professional services to support migration and deployment of mission-critical workloads. The new systems will be available starting June 2, backed by HPE’s engineering and support teams.
