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Refurbished HPE Xeon E5-2670 v2 processor, ten core, 2.50 GHz

HPE Refurbished

HPE 709488-B21 Xeon E5-2670 v2 10-core 2.50 GHz switch module

SKU CH-WZNY-D87WF MPN 709488-B21

Refurbished 10-core Xeon processor upgrade 709488-B21 running at 2.50 GHz with 25 MB L3 cache

  • 10 cores handle heavy virtualization workloads
  • 50 GHz base clock delivers steady compute throughput
  • 30 GHz turbo frequency accelerates burst tasks
  • 25 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency
  • 22 nm process technology improves performance per watt

Processor upgrade

This refurbished HPE processor upgrade adds a deca-core Intel Xeon E5-2670 v2 running at 2.50 GHz to a compatible server. It delivers 10 cores and 25 MB of L3 cache for multi-threaded workloads. The 22 nm process and 8 GT/s QuickPath Interconnect support data-centre tasks. It is sold as a component for system integration.

Suitable for Xeon E5-2600 v2 sockets

This part fits servers designed for the Xeon E5-2600 v2 product series and the specific socket used by that family. It is not for systems that require a different socket or a newer processor generation. Buyers who need higher core counts or different thermal limits should look elsewhere. The refurbished condition means it has been previously deployed.

Socket compatibility decides fit

The processor socket type is the single specification that determines whether this upgrade will install and operate correctly. Verify the server documentation for the exact socket designation before purchase. No other specification overrides this requirement. An incompatible socket prevents installation entirely.

How it compares

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Price $309.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

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

Questions about this item

Does the 709488-B21 processor upgrade include a heatsink or thermal paste in the box?

The processor upgrade is supplied as the Xeon E5-2670 v2 chip only; a compatible heatsink and thermal interface material must be sourced separately for installation.

Should I choose the 2.50 GHz base clock or the 3.30 GHz turbo frequency for my workload?

The processor runs at 2.50 GHz across all 10 cores by default and can reach 3.30 GHz on active cores when thermal headroom allows; select based on whether your workload favours sustained multi-thread throughput or burst single-thread speed.

How does the 25 MB L3 cache affect real-world performance in a dual-socket server?

The 25 MB shared L3 cache reduces memory latency for the 10 cores, improving throughput on virtualised and database workloads that fit within the cache footprint when both sockets are populated.

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