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Redefining the term "entry-level" in the blade market, the BL420c Gen8 provides breakthrough server blade economics for essential enterprise workloads.
Provides breakthrough server blade economics for essential enterprise workloads. The HP ProLiant BL420c Gen8 Server Blade offers better performance, more memory, high availability via hot-plug drives, and superior management over its predecessor, the HP ProLiant BL280c G6. Cost-effective, scalable, and adaptable, this server blade is designed for large cost-sensitive enterprise data centers, mid-sized data centers, as well as small workplaces and branch offices. It spans multiple workloads, whether it is for single applications and small deployments, or web services and IT infrastructure.
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Processor (one of the following depending on model) |
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Cache memory (one of the following depending on model) |
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Chipset 1 |
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Upgradeability | Upgradeable to two (2) processors |
On System Management Chipset | HP iLO (Firmware: HP iLO 4)2 |
Memory protection |
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Memory 3 (one of the following depending on model) |
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Network controller (one of the following depending on model) |
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Expansion slots |
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Maximum internal storage 8 |
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Interfaces 9 |
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Graphics | Integrated Matrox G200 video standard
HP iLO 4 On System Management Memory
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Storage controller(one of the following depending on model) |
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Industry standard compliance |
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Security |
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NOTE: 1. Click here for more information regarding Intel chipsets  .2. Click here for more information regarding HP ProLiant Gen8 and Management Solutions . 3. To realize the performance memory capabilities listed in this document, HP SmartMemory is required. Click here to see QuickSpecs for technical specifications and additional information . HP memory from previous generation servers are not fully compatible with Smart Memory features in Gen8 Servers. 4. Supports FCoE, Flex-10, TCP/IP offload engine, hardware-based accelerated iSCSI, iSCSI boot, and autosensing 10Gb/1Gb Ethernet. Each port is autosensing 1Gb/10Gb, and can interoperate with 1Gb HP BladeSystem c-Class interconnect components. Both ports will operate at the same speed. FlexFabric capabilities require the use of an HP Virtual Connect FlexFabric module. Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) is supported with the HP 10GbE Pass-Thru Module, HP 6120XG Blade Switch with the CEE license installed, HP Cisco B22HP Fabric Extender and HP Cisco B22HP Fabric Extender with 16 FET for BladeSystem c-Class. 5. FlexibleLOMs are not compatible with prior generation c-Class server blades. 6. This expansion slot supports dual-port mezzanine cards: one port is routed to interconnect module bay 3 and the other to bay 4. 7. This expansion slot supports dual-port and quad-port mezzanine cards. For dual-port cards, one port is routed to interconnect module bay 5 and the other to bay 6. For quad-port cards, one port is routed to interconnect module bay 5, one to bay 6, one to bay 7, and one to bay 8. A second processor must be installed (in processor slot 2) to have access to the second expansion slot (expansion slot 2). 8. The ProLiant BL420c Gen8 server includes the new HP hot plug small form factor (SFF) SmartDrive carrier for enhanced management and reduced maintenance errors. HP drives from previous generation servers are not compatible with the ProLiant BL420c Gen8 drive bays. 9. The above options are for integrated hypervisor virtualization environments needing a low cost boot solution with the highest performance and reliability. 10. Upgradeable firmware with recovery ROM. The HP Smart Array P220i supports two (2) small form factor (SFF) hot plug drive bays. 11. HP Dynamic Smart Array B320i supports two (2) small form factor (SFF) hot plug drive bays. The server supports up to a combined total of two (2) FBWC supercap options. | |
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Operating systems and Virtualization software support for ProLiant servers |
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NOTE: For more information on HP's Certified and Supported ProLiant Servers for OS and Virtualization Software and latest listing of software drivers available for your server, please visit our Support Matrix and the driver download page. Click here to access the Support Matrix . Click here to access the driver download page . | |
Specification | Description |
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Dimensions (H x W x D) (with bezel) | 18.07 x 5.54 x 51.76 cm (7.11 x 2.18 x 20.37 in) |
Weight (approximate) | |
Maximum (all processors, 12 DIMMs, hard drives, mezzanine cards, and two flash cache batteries installed) | 6.33 kg (14.00 lb) |
Minimum (one processor and 2 DIMMs installed) | 4.75 kg (10.50 lb) |
Specification | Description |
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Operating temperature | 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) |
Non-operating temperature | -30° to 60°C (-22° to 140°F) |
Operating relative humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Non-operating relative humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Operating altitude | 3050 m (10,000 ft) |
Non-operating altitude | 9144 m (30,000 ft) |
Express Computer Systems can ship to virtually any address in the world and provides you with the best shipping rates possible. Cost of shipping varies depending on what service you require, your destination and size of the shipment. Shipping costs will be calculated separately from your order and billed to you post purchase. In the notes section of your order please provide us with your preferred shipping method and we will get back to you.
Custom configured orders ship within 2 business days after all required products are in stock.
Please allow 3 business days for products that are not in stock to arrive to our facility in Irvine, California.
Domestic Shipments
| Standard Ground | Shipping time: 2-7 business days |
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Order processing time: 0-3 business days |
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| Delivery time after order is placed: 2-10 business days | |
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| 3 Business Days | Shipping time: 3 business days |
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Order processing time: 0-3 business days |
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| Delivery time after order is placed: 3-6 business days | |
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| 2 Business Days | Shipping time: 2 business days |
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Order processing time: 0-3 business days |
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| Delivery time after order is placed: 2-5 business days | |
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| Overnight / Next Business Day | Shipping time: 1 business day |
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Order processing time: 0-3 business days |
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| Delivery time after order is placed: 1-4 business days | |
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International Shipments
| International Economy | Shipping time: 4-6 business days |
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Order processing time: 0-3 business days |
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| Delivery time after order is placed: 5-9 business days | |
| Excludes weekends, holidays or weather delays. |
| International Priority | Shipping time: 1-3 business days |
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Order processing time: 0-3 business days |
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| Delivery time after order is placed: 2-6 business days | |
| Excludes weekends, holidays or weather delays. |
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Express Computer Systems (ECS) provides a 1 year parts warranty against defects in material or workmanship that will affect the products functionality. All refurbished items are tested prior to shipping to guarantee up-time upon arrival. If you are having issues with an item we provided please Contact Us and we will do our best to assist you.
What does our ECS warranty cover?
We offer 1 year warranty as standard and additional years can be added to fit your needs. Please reach out to a sales associate via the Contact Us page or live chat for more information on extended coverage options. During the coverage period if your product fails we will offer a Next Business Day replacement. If we are unable to replace the product we will refund its original selling price. Shipping costs and tax are not refundable. Express Computer Systems retains the right to decide whether the goods will be replaced or refunded.
What is not covered by our warranty?
Our warranty does not cover any problem caused by the following conditions:
Important notes:
Express Computer Systems is committed to transforming our customers’ IT infrastructure with high quality products at affordable costs. Our sales reps and customer support engineers understand our customers rely heavily on advanced technology to run their business but need to do so without breaking the bank.
We specialize in building custom server configurations, custom storage solutions, networking solutions, and components from top manufacturers including HPE, Dell, Cisco, NetApp, Dell EMC, HPE Nimble and many others.
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At Express Computer Systems, we know hardware emergencies can happen at anytime. We also understand that you want to receive the best hardware as quickly as possible. At Express Computer Systems we'll ship the majority of our orders out the same day payment is made. Curious if the item you need will make it out on time? Feel free to contact us directly via the Contact Us link at the bottom, Live Chat feature or (800) 327-0730.
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In-House Configuration and Testing Lab
Every item we sell is tested on-site in our state-of-the-art hardware engineering lab. We use certified technicians to test every piece of equipment as well as updating all necessary firmware. The highest quality of testing and certification is guaranteed. We warranty all of our items we sell. Ask us today about warranty for a specific item.
