Where can I find detailed information on the BL685c G6 specifications and supported options?
A1.
The BL685c G6 QuickSpecs include descriptions of all models of the ProLiant BL685c and an extensive list of supported options from HP.
Q2.
What is the difference between the HP ProLiant BL685c G5 and G6 Server Blades?
A2.
The HP ProLiant BL685c G6 Server Blade supports double the memory capacity of the previous generation. Additionally, HP Virtual Connect Flex-10 technology delivers up to 16 Ethernet connections before adding any additional network adapters to the server. This server is ideal for virtualization implementations.
Q3.
What options are available for the BL685c G6 server blade?
A3.
The BL685c includes optional support for:
-Additional AMD Opteron processors -Additional memory -SAS or SATA hard disk drives, or Solid State Disk (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 BL685c G6?
A4.
The BL685c 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 BL685c G6?
A5.
For a complete and up-to-date listing of supported operating systems and versions, please visit our OS Support Matrix. (http://h10018.www1.hp.com/wwsolutions/index.html)
Q6.
What type of ProLiant management ships standard with the BL685c G6?
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 is the standard warranty on the BL685c G6?
A10.
The HP ProLiant BL685c 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
Q11.
What service offerings are recommended?
A11.
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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