HPE Compute XD690 is a top-performing server designed for the escalating requirements of AI training, tuning, and inference. Featuring carefully integrated AI technologies and services powered by 8xNVIDIA® Blackwell Ultra/B300 HGX GPUs, the HPE Compute XD690 offers a distinct advantage for AI service providers and large model builders, simplifying and accelerating AI.

HPE Compute XD690 is an air-cooled chassis system that contains a single 2x CPU node with 8xNVIDIA® Blackwell Ultra/B300 HGX GPUs. HPE Compute XD690 provides maximum performance for large model AI training and deep learning at rack scale, in a rack-and-roll fashion.

HPE Compute XD690 Server System Key Features

• − 10U Single-node Chassis for air-cooled infrastructure.
• − GPUs: 8x NVIDIA® Blackwell Ultra SXM6 GPUs providing leadership performance for AI training, deep learning and advanced HPC simulations.
• − CPUs: 2x Intel® Xeon® 6 processors with P-cores
• − DRAM: Support for up to 32x DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s DIMMs.
• Notes: A memory configuration of 2DPC (2 DIMMs per channel) enables 5200 MT/s interface speed.
• − High-Speed Fabric: 8x NVIDIA ConnectX-8 enabling InfiniBand XDR or Spectrum-X Ethernet
• − Storage: 8 E1.S and 2 M.2 SSDs (Read-Intensive).
• − Ports: 2x FHHL (DPUs) OR 2x HHHL (NICs); 2x OCP 3.0 (1x M.2, 1x DC-SCM); 1x Display; 1x USB 3.0 (A), 1x USB 2.0 (micro) for debug
• − Power Supplies: 12x 3,200-Watt capacity per server system providing N+N redundancy. 12 Power Cords included.
• − Ports: 2x FHHL (DPUs), 3x OCP 3.0 (1x M.2, 1x DC-SCM), 1x Display, 1x USB 3.0 (A), 1x USB 2.0 (A) for debug
• − Power Cords: 12x power cords included with the server

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Rack Airflow Requirements

HPE Compute XD690 System

The increasing power of new high-performance processor technology requires increased cooling efficiency for rack-mounted servers. For detailed information, please see HPE Compute XD690 System User Guide.

Notes:

− If a third-party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment.

− Always use blanking panels to fill all remaining empty front panel U-spaces in the rack. This arrangement ensures proper airflow. Using a rack without blanking panels will result in improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.

Cooling Options

This optional cooling technology is compatible with air-cooled HPE servers.

HPE Adaptive Rack Cooling System (ARCS)

This cooling solution attaches to the back of a single rack (servers, networking or storage) and neutralizes the hot air existing in the rack by transferring the heat to facility water cooling.

Learn more at www.HPE.com/psnow/doc/a00051240enw

HPE Rear Door Heat Exchanger (RDHX)

This cooling solution attaches to the back of a single rack (servers, networking or storage) and neutralizes the hot air existing in the rack by transferring the heat to facility water cooling. When servers with DLC are added to RDHX, the highest rack density is possible, with 100% heat transfer to facility water.

Learn more at www.HPE.com/psnow/doc/a00039574enw

Customer Installation Capability Requirement

The HPE Compute XD690 server weighs approximately 500 lbs and occupies 10U of rack space. To ensure safe and proper installation, XD690 orders are shipped pre-racked in HPE racks by default.

For unracked shipments, customers must confirm to HPE that their facilities and personnel have the capability to safely install and support this equipment in third-party racks. If additional mechanical support is needed, HPE offers 1U Support Shelves.

Orders without confirmation of installation capability may be subject to configuration restrictions.

Processors (Select two of the following):

Power Supplies – HPE Compute XD690 contains an embedded kit consisting of 12x Titanium 3,200-Watt supplies providing N+N Redundancy. The power supply configuration is fixed and non-selectable during the system configuration process.

Industry Standard Compliance

• – ACPI 6.3 Compliant
• – PCIe 5.0 Compliant
• – WOL Support
• – PXE Support
• – USB 3.0 Compliant (internal); USB 2.0 compliant (external ports via SUV)
• – SMBIOS 3.4
• – UEFI 2.8
• – Redfish API

HPE Compute XD690 Server UEFI

Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) is an industry standard that provides better manageability and more secured configuration than the legacy ROM while interacting with your server at boot time.

The UEFI System Utilities are embedded in the system ROM. Its features enable you to perform a wide range of configuration activities, including:

• – Configuring system devices and installed options.
• – Enabling and disabling system features.
• – Displaying system information.
• – Configuring memory options.
• – Launching other pre-boot environments.

HPE Compute XD690 servers with UEFI can provide:

• − Secure Boot that enables the system firmware, option card firmware, operating systems, and software collaboration to enhance platform security.
• − An Embedded UEFI Shell that provides a preboot environment for running scripts and tools.
• − Boot support for option cards that only support a UEFI option ROM.

UEFI

UEFI provides a higher level of security by protecting against unauthorized operating systems and malware rootkit attacks, validating that only authenticated ROMs, pre-boot applications, and OS boot loaders that have been digitally signed are run. Configure and boot your servers securely with industry standard Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). The HPE Compute XD690 is a UEFI Class 3 solution and does not support the less secure CSM (Compatibility

Support Module) BIOS.

Server Management

HPE Compute XD690 Baseboard Management Controller

Embedded, in-depth server-level monitoring and management technology offering system management, service alerting, reporting and remote management including remote console and virtual media mount.

Industry Standard Redfish

The HPE Compute XD690 supports industry standard DMTF Redfish that provides API conformance and offers simplified server management automation such as configuration and maintenance tasks based on modern industry standards. Learn more at: https://dmtf.org/standards/redfish.

Enabling HPE Services Remote Support

• − Auto-case creation for hardware failures requires HPCM version 1.9 or higher. This feature identifies failures and creates support cases automatically, reducing downtime by starting repairs and parts ordering proactively.
• − Link to the configuration instructions: HPE Performance Cluster Manager Administration Guide

For clustered HPE Compute XD690 system deployments:

HPE Performance Cluster Manager(Supported starting August 2026)

Fully integrated system management solution offering all the functionalities you need to manage your HPE Linux®-based high performance computing (HPC) clusters, all day every day.

HPE Performance Cluster Manager aggregates system metrics.

The software provides:

• − System setup
• − Hardware monitoring and management including GPU management
• − Image management and software updates
• − Power management
• − Integration with ISV & open-source software solutions

HPE Message Passing Interface (MPI) - an MPI development environment designed by HPE to enable optimization of high-performance computing (HPC) applications on HPE Compute XD690 systems. The HPE Performance Software—MPI leverages a scalable MPI library and boosts performance of existing applications without requiring recompilation.

Warranty

This product is covered by a global limited warranty and supported by HPE Services and a worldwide network of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Authorized Channel Partners resellers. Hardware diagnostic support and repair is available for three years from date of purchase. Support for software and initial setup is available for 90 days from date of purchase. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HPE Services operational services or customized service agreements. Hard drives have either a one year or three year warranty; refer to the specific hard drive QuickSpecs for details.

Notes: Server Warranty includes 3-Year Parts, 3-Year Labor, 3-Year Onsite support with next business day response. Warranty repairs may be accomplished using Customer Self Repair (CSR) parts. These parts fall into two categories: 1) Mandatory CSR parts are designed for easy replacement. A travel and labor charge will result when customers decline to replace a Mandatory CSR part; 2) Optional CSR parts are also designed for easy replacement but may involve added complexity. Customers may choose to have Hewlett Packard Enterprise replace Optional CSR parts at no charge. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at: https://support.HPE.com/hpesc/public/docDisplay?docId=sd00004309en_us

For the most up-to-date information on HPE Services, please refer to the HPE Services – Supplemental QuickSpecs, which provides a comprehensive and regularly updated overview of available services.

For the most up-to-date information on HPE Services, please refer to the HPE Services – Supplemental QuickSpecs, which provides a comprehensive and regularly updated overview of available services.

For XD690, availability of a customer provided Server-Lift is required for Break-Fix Support activities on the system.

When a server lift is not available HPE Field Support Engineers may refuse to work on the system due to potential health and safety concerns.

Environmental-friendly Products and Approach – End-of-life Management and Recycling

Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers end-of-lifeproduct return, trade-in, and recycling programs, in many geographic areas, for our products. Products returned to Hewlett Packard Enterprise will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner.

The EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) requires manufacturers to provide treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities. This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise web site

These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as Hewlett Packard Enterprise OEM customers who integrate and re-sell Hewlett Packard Enterprise equipment.

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