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Refurbished HP Xeon E5-2609 processor kit in tray

HP Refurbished

HP 662341-L21 SL270S Gen8 Xeon E5-2609 Processor Kit

SKU CH-5V2Z-6RS49 MPN 662341-L21

Refurbished Intel Xeon E5-2609 processor kit for HP SL270S Gen8 servers

  • Designed for compute-intensive embedded workloads
  • Xeon E5-2609 processor delivers demanding performance
  • Optimised for energy efficiency requirements
  • FIO kit integrates with SL270S Gen8 server
  • Supports storage and communications applications

HP SL270S Gen8 Processor Kit

This HP 662341-L21 kit supplies a Xeon E5-2609 processor for the SL270S Gen8 server platform. It is intended for administrators upgrading compute capacity in compatible HP ProLiant systems. The component arrives in refurbished condition ready for installation.

Four-core Xeon capacity for entry workloads

The Xeon E5-2609 provides four cores without Hyper-Threading, giving steady throughput for light virtualization, file serving and embedded storage tasks. Headroom decreases when thread counts rise or when memory bandwidth demands exceed the dual-channel controller. Buyers who need higher core counts or advanced instruction sets should select a different processor.

FIO kit integration for SL270S Gen8

This processor kit is designed as a Factory Integrated Option for the SL270S Gen8 chassis, ensuring socket and firmware alignment without extra configuration. It frees the builder from sourcing a separate cooler or mounting hardware for this specific platform. Builders using other server models or desktop boards cannot use this kit.

How it compares

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Price $91.99
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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size127 × 127 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Will the Xeon E5-2609 in this kit work with the existing SL270S Gen8 motherboard without a BIOS update?

The kit is designed for the SL270S Gen8 platform, so the E5-2609 processor installs directly into the compatible socket on that motherboard.

How can I confirm the processor is recognised and running correctly after installation?

During POST the system will display the E5-2609 model and core count, and the iLO interface will report the CPU status as healthy.

Does the 662341-L21 kit include a heatsink or thermal paste, or must they be purchased separately?

The processor kit contains the E5-2609 CPU only; a compatible heatsink and thermal compound are not included and must be sourced separately.

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