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What is the HPE ProLiant BL920S Server Blade?
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The HPE ProLiant BL920S is a dual-socket, enterprise-class server blade optimized for HPE c-Class enclosures, delivering high-density compute and memory in a scalable chassis.
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Which processors does the BL920S support?
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It supports up to two Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2/v3 series processors, providing up to 24 cores per blade for demanding workloads.
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What is the maximum memory capacity of the BL920S?
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The blade accommodates 16 DDR3 DIMM slots for up to 768 GB of memory, enabling large-scale virtualization and in-memory database applications.
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What networking options are available on the BL920S?
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FlexibleLOM and mezzanine slots support 10 GbE, 40 GbE, and Fibre Channel adapters, allowing tailored network topologies and high-bandwidth connectivity.
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How is storage configured on the BL920S?
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The blade uses external SAN/NAS via Fibre Channel or iSCSI and supports optional HPE Smart Array controllers for direct-attached SAS drives.
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What virtualization capabilities does the BL920S offer?
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It is certified for VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM, with Intel VT and SR-IOV support to maximize virtual machine density and performance.
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How can I manage the BL920S remotely?
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HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) provides secure remote management for firmware updates, power control, and comprehensive health monitoring.
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How does the BL920S integrate with HPE c-Class enclosures?
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It slots into HPE c3000 and c7000 enclosures to share power, cooling, and networking fabrics, delivering high-density compute in a consolidated chassis.
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What power and cooling features does the BL920S include?
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It leverages shared enclosure power supplies, redundant fans, and dynamic power capping to optimize energy efficiency and system availability.
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What security features are supported by the BL920S?
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Embedded TPM 1.2, secure boot, and iLO multifactor authentication ensure platform integrity and protect server data.
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Which operating systems are compatible with the BL920S?
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Supported OSes include Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi, and Citrix XenServer.
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What workloads are best suited for the BL920S?
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It excels at virtualization, high-performance computing, large-scale databases, and enterprise applications requiring dense compute and memory resources.
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How do I scale compute and storage with the BL920S?
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Expand by adding additional BL920S blades or connecting to HPE 3PAR StoreServ SAN arrays for seamless capacity growth within the c-Class framework.
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What warranty and support options are available for the BL920S?
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The BL920S includes a one-year parts, labor, and on-site support warranty, with optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care plans for enhanced coverage.
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How do I update firmware on the BL920S?
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Use HPE Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) or iLO remote management to apply consolidated firmware and driver updates safely and efficiently.
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How can I monitor blade health and performance on the BL920S?
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HPE OneView and iLO provide real-time dashboards, alerting, and historical performance metrics for proactive server management.
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How do I configure the BL920S for optimal performance?
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Follow HPE QuickSpecs guidelines to balance CPU, memory, and storage choices, enable power capping, and apply recommended firmware versions.
