Where can I find detailed information on the BL495c G6 specifications and supported options?
A1.
The BL495c G6 QuickSpecs include descriptions of all models of the ProLiant BL495c G6 and an extensive list of supported options from HP.
Q2.
What is the difference between the HP ProLiant BL495c G5 and G6 Server Blades?
A2.
The HP ProLiant BL495c G6 Server Blade features AMD Opteron™ 2400 series processors.
Q3.
What options are available for the ProLiant BL495c G6 Server Blade?
A3.
For a complete list of supported options, including product specific options, please review the BL495c G6 QuickSpecs. The BL495c G6 includes optional support for:
-Additional AMD Opteron processors -Additional memory -Solid-state hard drives (SSD) -Mezzanine cards for additional I/O including Ethernet, Fibre Channel, iSCSI, SAS, and InfiniBand -Direct-attach blades for local storage, data protection, or PCI card expansion
Q4.
What infrastructure components are needed to support the ProLiant BL495c G6?
A4.
The BL495c G6 requires the use of the HP BladeSystem c7000 or c3000 Blade Enclosure running the latest version of Onboard Administrator firmware. For details on the server blade enclosures see HP BladeSystem c-Class Enclosures. (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/blades/components/enclosures/c-class/index.html)
Q5.
What operating systems are supported on the ProLiant BL495c G6?
A5.
For a complete and up-to-date listing of supports operating systems and versions, please visit OS Support Matrix. (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/software/index.html)
Q6.
What type of ProLiant management ships standard with the BL495c G5?
A6.
The ProLiant Onboard Administrator powered by iLO 2 ships standard with every c-Class server blade. It is an enhanced, essential remote management software for ProLiant server blades.
Q7.
What functionality is included in the ProLiant Onboard Administrator?
A7.
The ProLiant Onboard Administrator includes HP Virtual KVM, Integrated Remote Console, Terminal Services Pass-through, Virtual Media (browser single server), Blade specific features - setup wizard, rack view, enclosure alerting, static IP bay configuration, Embedded System Health, Remote Serial Console, Virtual Power Button, Unit ID, Event logs, and SIM integration.
Q8.
Is there additional blade-specific management software?
A8.
Yes, iLO Advanced offers Lights-Out upgrades for ProLiant server blades including security, power management, scripted virtual media and more, all with flexible licensing options.
Q9.
I have both virtual and physical resources in my infrastructure, can I manage both through a single interface?
A9.
The HP Insight Dynamics - VSE suite for ProLiant servers is advanced infrastructure management software that allows you to analyze and optimize physical and virtual resources in the same way. It enables you to plan capacity and power continuously, provision infrastructure consistently, and balance across physical and virtual resources. It also allows you to ensure cost-effective high availability for a larger set of applications.
Q10.
What internal storage options are available for the BL495c G6?
A10.
Solid State Drive (SSD) options are available for boot drive configurations. The SB40c Storage Blade is available for hot plug SATA or SAS hard drives.
Q11.
Can the integrated 10Gb Ethernet server adapters operate at 1Gb?
A11.
Yes. The integrated 10Gb Ethernet server adapter is auto-sensing and can interoperate with existing 1Gb interconnects at 1Gb speed.
Q12.
What can be attached to the internal USB port on a BL495c G6?
A12.
The internal USB port is designed for:
-USB disk on key -Multifactor authentication devices for security -Integrated hypervisors
Q13.
What is the standard warranty on the BL495c G6?
A13.
The HP ProLiant BL495c G6 is supported with a worldwide limited warranty featuring 3 years of parts, labor, and on-site service. In addition processors, memory, and hard drives are also covered by an HP prefailure warranty.
For a complete description of the warranty visit (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html)
Q14.
What service offerings are recommended?
A14.
HP recommends customers purchase same day hardware support combined with software technical support. This combination provides ready access to technical expertise, will help minimize any downtime, and enable you to focus on your core business.
For a complete listing of Support Services that are available visit http://www.hp.com/services/bladesystemservices.
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