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Refurbished HPE Xeon E5-2650 v2 processor in Socket R package

HPE Refurbished

HPE 709490-B21 Xeon E5-2650 v2 2.60 GHz processor upgrade

SKU CH-W5XW-W2EZ2 MPN 709490-B21

An octa-core Xeon processor upgrade running at 2.60 GHz with 20 MB L3 cache for server workloads

  • 8-core design handles parallel workloads efficiently
  • 60 GHz base clock delivers steady compute performance
  • Turbo frequency reaches 3.40 GHz for burst demands
  • 20 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency
  • 22 nm process technology improves power efficiency

Processor upgrade for HPE servers

The HPE 709490-B21 is a refurbished Intel Xeon E5-2650 v2 processor upgrade. It delivers eight cores running at a base clock of 2.60 GHz with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.40 GHz. The part uses a 22 nm manufacturing process and fits the Socket R interface.

Suits admins refreshing compatible HPE systems

This module suits administrators upgrading existing HPE servers that already support the E5-2600 v2 product family. It is not for buyers building new platforms, for systems requiring a different socket type, or for workloads needing higher core counts or newer instruction sets.

Socket R compatibility decides fit

The single specification that determines whether this is the right part is the Socket R requirement. The processor will only operate in a motherboard equipped with that specific socket.

How it compares

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Price $263.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Size & build
Shipping weight1.36 kg
Package size393 × 195 × 192 mm

Questions about this item

Does the HPE 709490-B21 include a heatsink or thermal paste, or must they be purchased separately?

The processor upgrade is supplied without a heatsink or thermal compound; both must be sourced separately for installation.

Which socket and core count match the HPE 709490-B21 so I can confirm compatibility with my server board?

This Xeon uses Socket R and provides 8 cores at 2.60 GHz, matching the E5-2650 v2 specification.

What does the 2.60 GHz base clock mean for actual performance once the processor is installed in a server?

The 2.60 GHz base clock runs across all 8 cores under load, with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.40 GHz when thermal headroom allows.

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