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863442-B21 Overview
863442-B21 is a robust rackmount server designed to support Intel Xeon Scalable processors with an LGA 4189 socket, offering 2P scalability that meets the needs of modern data centers. It features ECC DDR4 memory in 16 slots with a maximum capacity of up to 1 TB, ensuring high-speed performance in virtualization, file serving, and application hosting environments.
This server provides 4 PCIe 4.0 expansion slots, 8 hot-swap storage bays supporting 2.5-inch drives with RAID 10 for reliable data protection, and integrated 10GbE network interfaces. Coupled with redundant 1600W power supplies, active cooling, and iDRAC remote management, 863442-B21 is engineered for demanding enterprise applications and critical workloads.
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863442-B21 Specifications
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Weight
- 75 lbs
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- PCIe Version
- PCIe 4.0
- RAID Support
- RAID 10
- CPU Socket
- LGA 4189
- Product Type
- Server
- Rack Units
- 2U
- Processor Brand
- Intel
- Processor Series
- Intel Xeon Scalable
- Scalability
- 2P
- Max Cores per CPU
- 32
- Max Threads per CPU
- 64
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- RAM Slots
- 16
- Storage Bays
- 8
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- PCIe Slots
- 4
- Network Interface
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- Remote Management
- iDRAC
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Cooling
- Active
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- GPU Support
- Yes
- Processor Generation
- Xeon 3rd Gen
- Drive Bay Size
- 2.5-inch
- Operating System
- VMware ESXi
- Rail Kit Included
- Yes
- Max RAM Capacity
- 1 TB
- Storage Type
- NVMe SSD
- Use Case
- Virtualization / File Server / Application Server
- Power Supply Wattage
- 1600W
- Product Name
- 863442-B21 Enterprise Rackmount Server
863442-B21 Use Case
Hybrid Cloud VM Consolidation with HPE BL460c Gen10 10Gb/20Gb FLB CTO Blade
In a large-scale enterprise data center, IT teams deploy the HPE BL460c Gen10 10Gb/20Gb FLB CTO Blade to consolidate hundreds of virtual machines onto a single blade chassis. Leveraging its dual-port 10Gb/20Gb FlexLOM, organizations achieve 2x higher VM density, 30% lower power consumption, and sub-millisecond network latency. The outcome is a simplified hybrid cloud infrastructure with a 40% reduction in rack footprint and a 25% decrease in total cost of ownership (TCO), driving faster service delivery and improved operational efficiency.
Ultra-Low Latency Financial Trading Infrastructure
A tier-1 investment bank integrates the HPE BL460c Gen10 10Gb/20Gb FLB CTO Blade into its market-data pipeline for algorithmic trading. The blade’s hardware-offload capabilities and 20Gb FlexLOM deliver predictable sub-microsecond latency and eliminate network jitter. Traders gain a competitive edge with 15% faster order execution and a 20% improvement in message throughput. As a result, the firm maximizes trade volume, reduces slippage, and increases profitability in high-frequency trading environments.
Scalable Big Data Analytics in High-Performance Computing Clusters
A research institution builds an HPC cluster for real-time genomics analysis using HPE BL460c Gen10 10Gb/20Gb FLB CTO Blades. Each blade’s dual-port 20Gb networking accelerates data ingestion and reduces inter-node latency by 50%, enabling parallel processing of terabyte-scale datasets. The result is a 3x faster turnaround on complex analytics jobs, enhanced throughput for machine learning pipelines, and on-demand scalability for future compute expansions. Researchers benefit from rapid insights and streamlined infrastructure management under a unified management console.
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Product Comparison Table 
| 863442-B21 |  727021-B21 |  868025-S01 |  P02057-S01 |  727029-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 4189 | LGA 4189 | LGA 4189 | LGA 4189 | LGA 4189 |
| Cooling | Active | Active | Active | Active | Active |
| Depth | 28 inches | 27 inches | 28 inches | 30 inches | 29 inches |
| Drive Bay Size | 2.5-inch | Mixed | 3.5-inch | Mixed | 3.5-inch |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| GPU Support | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Max Cores per CPU | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1 TB | 2 TB | 2 TB | 512 GB | 1 TB |
| Max Threads per CPU | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 |
| Network Interface | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| Operating System | VMware ESXi | VMware ESXi | Windows Server | Windows Server | Windows Server |
| PCIe Slots | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 1600W | 1200W | 800W | 800W | 750W |
| Processor Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Generation | Xeon 3rd Gen | Xeon 3rd Gen | Xeon 3rd Gen | Xeon 3rd Gen | Xeon 3rd Gen |
| Processor Series | Intel Xeon Scalable | Intel Xeon Scalable | Intel Xeon Scalable | Intel Xeon Scalable | Intel Xeon Scalable |
| Product Name | 863442-B21 Enterprise Rackmount Server | 727021-B21 Server | 868025-S01 Enterprise Rackmount Server | P02057-S01 High-Performance Rackmount Server | 727029-B21 Official Server |
| Product Type | Server | Server | Server | Server | Server |
| RAID Support | RAID 10 | RAID 10 | RAID 10 | RAID 5 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10 |
| RAM Slots | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Rack Units | 2U | 2U | 2U | 2U | 2U |
| Rail Kit Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Management | iDRAC | iDRAC | iDRAC | iDRAC | iDRAC |
| Scalability | 2P | 2P | 2P | 2P | 2P |
| Storage Bays | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD | SATA HDD | Hybrid | SATA SSD |
| Use Case | Virtualization / File Server / Application Server | Virtualization / Application Server | Virtualization / File Server / Application Server | Virtualization | Virtualization / File Server / Application Server |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 75 lbs | 50 lbs | 65 lbs | 85 lbs | 45 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Areeba Iqbal
4
Smooth integration with existing infrastructure.
J
Jonas Berg
5
Consistent throughput and stability.
S
Saad Ahmed
4
Good enterprise grade blade.
H
Helen Price
4
Performs as advertised.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE BL460c Gen10 10Gb/20Gb FLB CTO Blade (SKU: 863442-B21)?
The HPE BL460c Gen10 10Gb/20Gb FLB CTO Blade is a half-height server blade featuring an Intel Xeon Scalable processor family, FlexibleLOM integrated 10/20 Gb Ethernet, and configure-to-order customization for HPE Synergy and c-Class enclosures.
Which processors does the HPE BL460c Gen10 support?
The BL460c Gen10 supports up to two Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 28 cores per socket, delivering enterprise-class compute performance.
What is the maximum memory capacity of the BL460c Gen10 blade?
It accommodates up to 3 TB of HPE DDR4 SmartMemory across 24 DIMM slots, supporting speeds up to 2933 MT/s.
What networking options are available on the FlexibleLOM module?
The integrated FlexibleLOM provides dual 10 GbE or dual 20 GbE ports, enabling high-speed uplinks to your HPE Virtual Connect or network fabrics.
How is storage handled on the BL460c Gen10 blade?
Local storage is supported via optional M.2 or SD cards, while primary storage is delivered through external SAN, NAS or HPE store virtual arrays connected via the chassis interconnect.
Which operating systems are certified on this blade?
HPE BL460c Gen10 is certified for Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi and other major enterprise operating systems.
Can the BL460c Gen10 blade be used for virtualization workloads?
Yes. With high core counts, large memory capacity and integrated 10/20 GbE networking, it is ideal for VMware, Hyper-V and containerized environments.
How do I install the BL460c Gen10 blade into my chassis?
Simply slide the blade into any HPE Synergy or c-Class enclosure slot and connect to the backplane; the device is hot-plug and managed centrally via HPE OneView or iLO.
What management tools are available for this server blade?
HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO 5) provides embedded remote management, and HPE OneView offers converged infrastructure control and automation.
What power supply and cooling requirements apply?
The blade draws power and cooling from the chassis infrastructure; typical power consumption ranges from 100 W (idle) to 500 W (peak) depending on configuration.
What security features are built into the BL460c Gen10?
It includes Silicon Root of Trust, secure firmware validation, secure erase, TPM 2.0 and role-based access control via iLO to safeguard hardware and data.
What does CTO mean in the product description?
CTO (Configure-To-Order) means you can customize CPU, memory, networking and storage options at purchase to meet specific workload requirements.
How does Gen10 compare to Gen9 for the BL460c family?
Gen10 offers enhanced security, faster memory speeds, higher memory capacity, more PCIe lanes and improved manageability versus Gen9.
What are common use cases for the HPE BL460c Gen10 blade?
It is optimized for virtualization, database servers, high-performance computing clusters, private cloud and software-defined infrastructure.
What warranty and support does HPE offer for this blade?
HPE provides a standard 3-year parts, labor and on-site warranty with optional ProLiant service enhancements for faster response and extended coverage.
Is the BL460c Gen10 compatible with third-party network fabrics?
Yes. The FlexibleLOM module is interoperable with most Ethernet switches and SAN fabrics supporting 10 GbE or 20 GbE connectivity.