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70%, and DDR 4 HP SmartMemory, which boosts bandwidth and efficiency up to 50% over previous generation servers. The modular HP Apollo a6000 Chassis accommodates up to 10 single slot XL230a server trays to address various workload needs. Rack scale power efficiency is fueled by an external power shelf, with easy Advanced Power Management for rack, chassis, server...
QuickSpecs HP ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Server Standard Features IO Module View Item Description x16 FlexibleLOM x8 FlexibleLOM Top View Item Description 1. SFF hard drive bays 2. Internal PCI Express x16 slot option 3. Support for 2 Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 series processors 4.
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Maximum DIMMs (per server tray) 512GB (16 x 32GB) NOTE: HP memory from previous generation servers (DDR3) are not compatible with the HP ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Server. NOTE: To realize the performance memory capabilities listed in this document, HP SmartMemory is required.
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NOTE: All PCIe slots are internal HP Server ROM HP ROM (Read Only Memory) is now digitally signed using the HP Corporate Signing Service. This signature is verified before the flash process starts, reducing accidental programming and preventing malicious efforts to corrupt system ROM.
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HP Server Unified HP's ProLiant System BIOS is an EDK2 UEFI solution, and adheres to the latest revisions of UEFI Class 2 Extensible Firmware specifications which supports both legacy boot and UEFI boot operation. The HP ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Interface (UEFI) or defaults to UEFI boot operation and can be factory or field configured for Legacy boot operation.
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PXE Support USB 1.1 and 2.0 Compliant SMBIOS 2.6.1 Power Specifications To review typical system power ratings use the HP Power Advisor which is available via the online tool located at URL: www.hp.com/go/proliant-energy-efficient or www.hp.com/go/hppoweradvisor. NOTE: Power Specification and Technical Content for supported power supplies can be found at: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/14209_na/14209_na.html...
256 MB DDR 3 with ECC (112 MB after ECC and video) Form Factor The ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Server is a single-slot tray for the HP Apollo a6000 Chassis. NOTE: There are various XL230a server trays Embedded Management HP Integrated Lights Out Monitor your servers for ongoing management, service alerting, reporting and remote management with iLO.
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Optimize firmware and driver updates with HP Smart Update solutions. Learn more at www.hp.com/go/smartupdate. HP Systems Insight HP SIM allows you to monitor the health of your HP ProLiant Servers and HP Manager (HP SIM) Integrity Servers, and also provides you with basic support for non-HP servers.
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 1.2 option Warranty This product is covered by a global limited warranty and supported by HP Services and a worldwide network of HP Authorized Channel Partners (may vary by region). Hardware diagnostic support and repair is available for one year from date of purchase. Support for software and initial setup is available for 90 days from date of purchase.
For more information, see: http://www.hp.com/go/insightcontrol. HP Insight Control includes one year of 24 x 7 HP Software Technical Support and Update Service ensuring rapid access to HP support staff and proactive delivery of software updates. For more information about this service, see: http://www.hp.com/services/insight.
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HP Insight Online HP Insight Online is a new addition to the HP Support Center for one stop, secure access to product and HP support information personalized to your IT environment. Insight Online can automatically display devices remotely monitored by HP Insight Remote Support. With Insight Online's easy navigation you can efficiently track your IT support contracts and device status from anywhere and at any time.
Service and Support Service and Support The XL230a tray is part of the HP Apollo a6000 chassis. Support for this tray needs to be purchased at a chassis level. Please refer to HP Apollo a6000 Chassis quick spec documentation for details.
NOTE: FIO indicates that this option is only available as a factory installable option. NOTE: HP Apollo a6000 Chassis and HP Apollo 6000 Power Shelf are required to support the server. Refer to their QuickSpecs for additional information.
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NOTE: LRDIMM and RDIMM are distinct memory technologies and cannot be mixed within a server. NOTE: HP memory from previous generation servers (DDR3) is not compatible with this server. HP SmartMemory is required to realize the memory performance improvements and enhanced functionality listed in this document for Gen9. For additional information, please see the HP SmartMemory QuickSpecs at: http://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetHTML.aspx?docname=c04111535...
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Step 3: Choose Additional Factory Integrated Options NOTE: Some options may not be integrated at the factory. To ensure only valid configurations are ordered, HP recommends the use of an HP approved configurator. Contact your local sales representative for additional information.
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12G SAS Hot Plug SFF (2.5-inch) Mainstream Endurance Enterprise H2 Solid State Drive 3yr Warranty H2 Solid State Drives HP 1.6TB 12G SAS ME 2.5in EM SC H2 SSD 779176-B21 HP 800GB 12G SAS ME 2.5in EM SC H2 SSD 779172-B21 HP 400GB 12G SAS ME 2.5in EM SC H2 SSD...
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HP ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Server Configuration Information – Factory Integrated Models 6G SATA Non-Hot Plug SFF (2.5-inch) Midline Hard Drive 1yr Warranty Hard Drives HP 1TB 6G SATA 7.2k 2.5in TL MDL HDD 751969-B21 HP 500GB 6G SATA 7.2k 2.5in TL MDL HDD 751967-B21 6G SATA Non-Hot Plug SFF (2.5-inch) Mainstream Endurance Enterprise Solid State Drive...
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HP SmartMemory QuickSpecs at: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/14225_na/14225_na.html. For memory population rules and additional memory guidelines, please see the HP ProLiant XL230 Gen9 user guide at http://www.hp.com/support. Supported Memory Bandwidth on Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3 series Processors DIMM Rank...
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QuickSpecs HP ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Server Memory Voltage Std Voltage 1.2V Std Voltage 1.2V Std Voltage 1.2V SLOTS THAT CAN BE POPULATED 16 slots MAXIMUM CAPACITY (GB)* 16 slots POPULATED DIMM SPEED (MT/s) 1 DIMM Per Channel 2133 2133 2133...
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NOTE: HP memory from previous generation servers (DDR3) is not compatible with this server. HP SmartMemory is required to realize the memory performance improvements and enhanced functionality listed in this document for Gen9. For additional information, please see the HP SmartMemory QuickSpecs at: http://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetHTML.aspx?docname=c04111535 NOTE: Depending on the memory configuration and processor model, the memory speed may run at 2133MHz or 1866MHz.
QuickSpecs HP ProLiant XL230a Gen9 Server Technical Specifications System Unit Server Dimensions 1.70 x 8.33 x 27.87 in (4.33 x 21.15 x 70.79 cm) (L x W x D) Shipping Dimensions 37.63 x 15.13 x 9 in (95.5 x 38.4 x 22.8 cm)
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Hewlett Packard web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/green. These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment. c04390759 - DA – 15055 – NorthAmerica— Version 5— April 17, 2015...
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