HP ProLiant BL e-Class System Setup and Installation Guide

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System Features
The HP ProLiant BL e-Class server blade system offers space- and power-efficient
performance and serviceability in a 3U rack-mounted enclosure. This state-of-the-art
modular system supports rapid server configuration and deployment flexibility.
ProLiant BL e-Class System Technology
The ProLiant BL e-Class system offers the following key technological advantages:
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Higher density for space efficiency (up to 280 single-processor ProLiant
BL e-Class server blades in a 42U rack)
Rapid deployment and redeployment
— Snap-in, toolless installation of rack components and server blades
— Reduced number of rack components
— Interconnect tray options to customize network cabling
Power efficiency in an ultra-low voltage processor
Integrated remote management and Web-based systems management, including
headless operation
Support for ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack
— Graphical console for software installation
— Flexibility for imaging and scripted installs
— Simultaneous deployment of many servers with minimal network load
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