HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2x Intel Xeon E5-2680V4/2.4GHz 256GB DDR4 SDRAM 2X20 Gigabit Ethernet 2-Way Blade Server 813197-B21

Processor

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server is equipped with a powerful processor - the 2x Intel Xeon 14-Core E5-2680V4/2.4GHz. This feature is an essential component of the server and plays a crucial role in its performance and capabilities.

General Overview

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Part Number: 813197-B21
• Product: ProLiant BL460c Gen9 2-way Blade Server

Processor & Chipset Details

• Processor Type: Intel Xeon E5-2680v4, 2.4 GHz
• Max Turbo Speed: 3.3 GHz
• Number of Cores: 14-core
• 64-bit Computing: Yes
• Installed CPUs: 2
• Maximum CPUs Supported: 2
• Upgradability: Yes, upgradable
• Chipset: Intel C600
• Main Processor Features: Hyper-threading, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2

Cache Memory Specifications

• Cache Type: L3 Cache
• Installed Cache Size: 70 MB
• Cache Per Processor: 35 MB

Memory Configuration

• Installed Memory: 256 GB
• Maximum Memory Supported: 512 GB
• Memory Technology: DDR4 SDRAM
• Memory Speed: 2400 MHz
• Memory Compliance: PC4-19200
• Form Factor: DIMM 288-pin
• Features: Online Spare Memory, Load-Reduced DIMM (LRDIMM), HP SmartMemory
• Configuration: 8 x 32 GB
• Supported RAM Configurations:
  • PC4-19200 - 256 GB - Registered - ECC
  • PC4-19200 - 512 GB - Load-Reduced - ECC

Storage & Controller Information

• Hard Drive: Not included
• Storage Controller Type: 1 x SAS-3 - PCIe 3.0 x8
• Controller Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s / SAS 12 Gb/s
• Storage Controller Model: HP H244br Smart Host Bus Adapter
• RAID Levels Supported: RAID 0, RAID 1

Graphics & Display Controllers

• Graphics Processor: Matrox G200eh

Networking & Communication

• Interface Type: FlexibleLOM
• Ethernet Ports: 2 x 20 Gigabit Ethernet
• Ethernet Controller: HP FlexFabric 650FLB
• Data Link Protocols: Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), 20 Gigabit Ethernet, RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE)
• Remote Management Protocols: SNMP, IPMI 2.0, SMASH CLP
• Remote Management Controller: Integrated Lights-Out 4 (iLO 4)
• Features: Wake-On-LAN (WOL)
• Standards Compliance: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1AB (LLDP), IEEE 802.3ap, IEEE 802.1Qbb, IEEE 802.1Qaz, IEEE 802.1Qbg

Expansion & Connectivity Options

• Expansion Bays: 2 x Hot-Swap - 2.5in SFF (both free)
• Expansion Slots:
  • 2 x Processor (both occupied)
  • 16 x Memory - DIMM 240-pin (8 free)
  • 2 x Expansion Slot (x16 Mode)
  • 1 x MicroSDHC Card (internal, free)
  • 1 x FlexibleLOM (occupied)

Interfaces & Ports

• HP iLO: 1
• USB 3.0 Ports: 1
• LAN Ports: 2 x 20 Gigabit Ethernet

Physical Dimensions & Weight

• Width: 2.2 inches
• Depth: 20.4 inches
• Height: 7.1 inches
• Weight: 10.47 lbs

Enhanced Performance

The 2x Intel Xeon 14-Core E5-2680V4/2.4GHz processor is designed to deliver exceptional performance and efficiency. With 14 cores per processor, it offers a total of 28 cores, allowing for parallel processing and improved multitasking capabilities. This translates into faster data processing, reduced latency, and enhanced overall performance.

Increased Speed

Operating at a clock speed of 2.4GHz, this processor ensures rapid execution of instructions, enabling quick response times for critical applications and workloads. The high clock speed ensures that the server can handle demanding tasks with ease, such as data-intensive applications or resource-intensive virtualization.

Advanced Virtualization Capabilities

The Intel Xeon E5-2680V4 processor supports advanced virtualization technologies, such as Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) and Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d). These features enhance the server's ability to run multiple virtual machines efficiently, optimizing resource allocation and improving overall system performance.

Improved Energy Efficiency

In addition to its impressive performance capabilities, the Intel Xeon E5-2680V4 processor also offers energy-efficient features. The processor incorporates Intel's Turbo Boost Technology, which dynamically adjusts the clock speed based on workload demands. This ensures that power is allocated efficiently, reducing energy consumption and minimizing operating costs.

Increased Scalability

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server's processor is built for scalability, allowing businesses to expand their computing power as their needs grow. The 2-way architecture enables the server to support multiple processors, providing the flexibility to add more processing power when required. This scalability ensures that the server can keep up with evolving business demands without the need for a complete system overhaul.

Cache

The cache is an important component of a server's memory hierarchy, and the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server features a generous 70MB L3 cache. This cache size plays a significant role in improving the server's performance, especially in data-intensive applications and workloads.

Faster Data Access

The L3 cache acts as a buffer between the processor and the main memory, storing frequently accessed data closer to the processor. With a larger cache size, the server can hold more data in the cache, reducing the need to fetch data from the main memory. This results in faster data access times and improved overall system performance.

Reduced Latency

The larger L3 cache on the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server significantly reduces memory latency. Latency refers to the time it takes for the processor to access data from memory. By storing more data in the cache, the server can retrieve information quickly, minimizing latency and ensuring that applications and workloads run smoothly.

Optimized Workload Performance

The generous cache size allows the server to hold a larger portion of frequently accessed data and instructions. This optimization improves workload performance by reducing the time spent on fetching data from memory. Applications that rely heavily on repeated data access, such as databases or virtualization environments, benefit greatly from a larger cache.

Improved Virtual Machine Performance

Virtualization environments often require high-speed data access to support multiple virtual machines running simultaneously. The 70MB L3 cache on the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server ensures that virtual machines can access data quickly, minimizing performance bottlenecks and providing a smooth user experience.

Efficient Resource Utilization

A larger cache size also contributes to efficient resource utilization. By reducing the time spent on fetching data from memory, the processor can focus on executing instructions, resulting in improved overall system efficiency. This efficient resource utilization allows businesses to maximize their server's performance and achieve better productivity.

Memory

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server is equipped with an impressive 256GB DDR4 SDRAM memory. This high-capacity memory module provides significant benefits to users in terms of system performance, scalability, and reliability.

Enhanced System Performance

The large memory capacity of 256GB DDR4 SDRAM ensures that the server can handle demanding workloads and applications effectively. With a substantial amount of memory available, the server can store and process more data simultaneously, resulting in improved response times and faster execution of tasks.

Improved Application Performance

Memory plays a critical role in application performance, as it stores the data and instructions required for program execution. The 256GB DDR4 SDRAM on the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server allows applications to access data quickly, reducing latency and improving overall application performance. This is particularly beneficial for resource-intensive applications such as databases or virtualization environments.

Scalability for Growing Workloads

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server's memory capacity of 256GB DDR4 SDRAM provides businesses with the scalability needed to accommodate growing workloads. As the demands on the server increase, more memory can be added to meet the requirements. This scalability ensures that the server can adapt to changing business needs without compromising performance.

Efficient Virtualization

Virtualization environments rely heavily on memory to support multiple virtual machines running concurrently. The 256GB DDR4 SDRAM on the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server allows for efficient virtual machine deployment, ensuring that each virtual machine has sufficient memory to operate optimally. This results in improved overall virtualization performance and better utilization of server resources.

Reliability and Data Integrity

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server's memory module is built with DDR4 technology, which offers advanced error correction capabilities. ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory detects and corrects single-bit errors, ensuring data integrity and reducing the risk of system crashes or data corruption. This reliability is crucial for business-critical applications that require continuous operation and data accuracy.

Networking

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server is equipped with 2X20 Gigabit Ethernet networking capabilities. This feature provides users with high-speed and reliable connectivity options, enabling seamless communication and data transfer between the server and other network devices.

High-Speed Data Transfer

The 2X20 Gigabit Ethernet networking feature allows for fast data transfer rates, enabling users to transmit large amounts of data quickly. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on real-time data processing or require rapid file transfers between networked devices. The high-speed networking capability ensures that data can be accessed and shared without significant delays, enhancing productivity and efficiency.

Improved Network Performance

The high-speed networking capabilities of the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server contribute to improved network performance. With 20 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the server can handle high network traffic volumes efficiently, reducing bottlenecks and ensuring smooth network operations. This is especially important for businesses that rely on network-intensive applications or require uninterrupted communication between multiple devices.

Enhanced Scalability

The 2X20 Gigabit Ethernet networking feature provides scalability options for businesses as their network needs grow. With multiple ports available, the server can support additional network devices or accommodate increased network traffic without compromising performance. This scalability ensures that the server can adapt to changing business requirements and support future expansion.

Reliable Connectivity

Reliability is a crucial aspect of networking, especially in business environments where uninterrupted communication is essential. The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server's 2X20 Gigabit Ethernet networking feature ensures reliable connectivity, minimizing network downtime and ensuring continuous operation. The server's robust networking capabilities provide businesses with the confidence that their critical applications and data are accessible at all times.

Flexible Network Configuration

The 2X20 Gigabit Ethernet networking feature allows for flexible network configurations, enabling users to adapt the server to their specific networking requirements. With multiple ports available, businesses have the flexibility to create various network topologies, such as link aggregation or virtual LANs (VLANs), to optimize network performance and security.

Part Number

The HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server is identified by its unique part number - 813197-B21. This part number serves as a crucial identifier for businesses and IT professionals when ordering, maintaining, or troubleshooting the server.

Accurate Ordering and Inventory Management

The part number, 813197-B21, ensures accurate ordering and inventory management for businesses. By using the correct part number, organizations can be confident that they are purchasing the specific model and configuration they require. This eliminates the risk of ordering incorrect or incompatible components, saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.

Easy Identification and Tracking

The part number serves as a unique identifier for the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server. This makes it easy to track and identify the server within an organization's IT infrastructure. IT professionals can quickly locate the server and access relevant information, such as specifications or warranty details, by referencing the part number.

Efficient Troubleshooting and Support

In the event of server issues or technical problems, having the correct part number, such as 813197-B21, is crucial for efficient troubleshooting and support. IT professionals can use the part number to identify the exact model and configuration of the server, making it easier to diagnose and resolve issues. Additionally, when seeking support from the manufacturer or third-party vendors, providing the part number ensures accurate assistance and access to relevant documentation or firmware updates.

Compatibility Assurance

The part number also helps ensure compatibility with other server components or accessories. When expanding or upgrading the HPE Proliant BL460C Gen9 2-Way Blade Server, using the correct part number guarantees that new components will be compatible with existing hardware. This compatibility assurance ensures seamless integration and reduces the risk of encountering compatibility issues during installation or upgrades.

Warranty Validation

The part number serves as a validation tool for warranty coverage. By referencing the part number, businesses can verify the server's warranty status and determine whether it is eligible for repair or replacement services. This ensures that the server remains protected and that any potential issues can be addressed in a timely manner, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.