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HPE Refurbished

HPE 675092-B21 Xeon E5-2630L 2 GHz server accessory

SKU CH-K9R3-CKV2R MPN 675092-B21

A hexa-core Xeon processor upgrade for compatible servers, running at 2 GHz

  • Product typeInterface Processor
  • Product colorGreen
  • Six-core processing handles parallel workloads
  • 2 GHz base frequency delivers steady throughput
  • Intel Xeon E5-2600 architecture supports virtualization
  • Integrated I/O reduces data bottlenecks
  • HPE 675092-B21 ensures server compatibility

Processor upgrade for HPE servers

This refurbished HPE 675092-B21 upgrades compatible servers with an Intel Xeon E5-2630L hexa-core processor running at 2 GHz. It targets administrators who need to add processing capacity to existing E5-2600 platform systems without replacing the entire chassis. The part is a direct processor upgrade kit for qualified HPE server models.

Build quality and daily handling

The processor arrives as a bare green substrate unit without a heatsink or fan, so installers must supply the correct cooling hardware for the target server. Handling follows standard electrostatic precautions; the socket interface dictates careful alignment during installation. Daily operation depends on the host server’s thermal design and power delivery, which remain unchanged by this component swap.

Replaces earlier E5-2600 CPUs

This unit replaces lower-core-count or lower-frequency processors within the same E5-2600 family, adding six cores to workloads such as virtualization or database serving. The jump is worth it when the current CPU limits thread throughput and the server board supports the 2630L model. It does not suit builds needing newer instruction sets, different socket types or higher core counts beyond this generation.

How it compares

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Price $94.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Product typeInterface Processor
Product colorGreen
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size127 × 127 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What interface does the Xeon E5-2630L 2 GHz processor use, and what does it cap in practice?

The Xeon E5-2630L uses the Intel Xeon E5-2600 product family interface with Intel Integrated I/O, which reduces I/O latency and eliminates data bottlenecks for virtualization, cloud computing, and real-time financial transactions.

What physical requirements does the HPE 675092-B21 processor upgrade need for installation?

The processor is a green-coloured hexa-core unit designed as a processor upgrade for compatible HPE servers in the E5-2600 series, requiring a matching socket and thermal solution.

How is the Xeon E5-2630L processor installed, and what step do people often get wrong?

Installation involves seating the processor into the compatible server socket and applying the correct thermal interface material, with the common error being improper alignment or insufficient thermal paste coverage.

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